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Compared to open field production, the reduction in inputs attributed
to a new generation greenhouse system is significant and is estimated
to be:
- A 70% reduction of water use
- A 80% reduction in insecticides
- A 50% reduction in fertilisers
- A 100% reduction in herbicides
- A 95% reduction in fungicides
- A 6% saving in energy
The overall benefits are also very significant.
- Limited offsite impacts
- Setting the benchmark for protective horticulture
- Reduce OH&S issues and increase safer work places by reducing
pesticide use and reducing the need to replace the plastic greenhouse
on greenhouse roofs.
- Reduction in the cost of inputs such as fertilisers, sprays,
water and labour
- Reduced land area
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- The production of a quality, consistent product 12 months of
the year
- High quality of safe vegetables
- A reduction in greenhouse emissions
- A totally sustainable system
- Reduced resource consumption such as fertilisers and pesticides.
- An increase in the skill levels of horticulture employees -
the industry currently has low skill levels.
- Demonstrate the cost/benefit to others to improve sustainability
and productivity in the industry
- This project will encourage producers in the region to take
up the technology.
- Increase competitiveness of the local industry in world markets
- being able to compete with Israel, Holland and New Zealand.
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Introduction 
Benefits