United  Kingdom
May 2013

There are few multi-million pound projects that reach completion within deadlines and on budget. The new £17m greenhouse at Thanet Earth is a remarkable building; a great example of collaborative design and construction. The first tomatoes from Thanet Growers One (TG1) at Thanet Earth are now being harvested, packed and making their way onto retail shelves nationwide.

TG1 covers approximately 8 hectares, and is dedicated entirely to the sustainable production of the very finest speciality tomatoes. This greenhouse includes all the very latest equipment and
technology available, all designed around the principles of efficiency and sustainability.

The Thanet Earth tomato growing expert, Gert van Straalen explains: “For me, having all the precision controls within this greenhouse is key to realising my goal of maximum productivity alongside the best possible quality and flavour of our fruit. I’m confident that the equipment and system within this greenhouse is the envy of every commercial grower right now. We’ve taken everything we’ve learnt from our previous experience of growing on this site and around the world and we’ve made even further improvements.”

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