1. What is this item?

A semi-permanent, tunnel-shaped structure made by bending GI pipes or flexible frames and covering them with shade nets or plastic film.

Designed mainly for seedlings, leafy greens, herbs, vine crops, and to extend growing seasons.

Super useful for:

• Early sowing or late harvesting

• Protection from mild frost, birds, light rain, and pests

• Supporting plant hardening before field transfer

2. How is the Quantity Estimated?

• Based on number of seedlings, nursery cycles, or specific high-value crops planned

• Typical dimensions:

o Width: 3–4 meters

o Height: 1.5–2 meters (enough to walk if Walk-in type)

o Length: 20–50 meters per unit

👍 Small farms may have 1–2 tunnels.

🏢 Larger farms may line up 5–10 in a row.

3. What are the Cost Components?

• GI / MS / PVC pipe arches (16–25 mm)

• Shade netting (30%–75%) or transparent film

• Ground anchoring pegs

• Basic door frames (zipper or roll-up type)

• Internal mist lines (optional)

• Basic ground leveling (sometimes use a simple weed mat or nothing)

4. What are the Going Rates & Unit Cost?

Type of Tunnel Approx. Cost (per meter) Full Setup (30 m)

Basic (DIY) ₹250–₹350 ₹7,500–₹10,500

Strong framed ₹400–₹550 ₹12,000–₹16,500

🏷️ Budget friendly → ideal for young entrepreneurs, trial plots, R&D areas, or organic kitchen gardens.