The Mindful Blog — NRCS

High Tunnel, NRCS, Greenhouse: Practical Guide to Selection, Construction, and Funding A reliable protected growing space can transform a small farm or garden. This practical guide walks through the essentials of planning, building, and maintaining a high tunnel, and explains how NRCS cost-share programs can help cover construction costs. Use these steps to choose the right site, avoid common mistakes, and get the most value from your greenhouse investment. Why a high tunnel? A high tunnel lets you extend the season, protect crops from extreme weather, and boost productivity on less land. Compared with field production, a well-built high tunnel...