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Hybrid R · Strawberry

Growing Strawberry in a
Hybrid R Multi-Tunnel

The #1 berry crop for Hybrid R. The Hybrid R delivers +30 to 45% vs. open field with birdproof ventilation, wide-span oval-tube construction, and Geometet® bolt-grade corrosion resistance.

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Technical Specs

Hybrid R × Strawberry, At a Glance

7.5 to 9.6 m

Ideal Width

60 to 75°F (15 to 24°C)

Temperature

60 to 75%

Humidity

Annual or perennial (day-neutral)

Cycle Length

+30 to 45% vs. open field

Yield Gain

90 km/h (56 mph)

Wind Rating

Geomet® · ASTMB117-11

Bolt Standard

+30% vs. standard

Steel Strength

Structural Fit

Why the Hybrid R is the Right Structure for Strawberry

The Hybrid R's wide span, up to 9.6 m, fits two double rows of tabletop or raised-bed strawberry systems side by side, maximizing density without crowding airflow. Birdproof perimeter vents physically exclude birds and insects from damaging fruit, which is the single largest cause of cosmetic field loss. The poly film diffuses direct sun and moderates temperature swings, extending the flowering and fruiting window by 6 to 10 weeks compared to open-field production.

Yield Gain

+30 to 45% vs. open field

vs. open-field production

Ideal Width

7.5 to 9.6 m

bay width for Strawberry

Cycle

Annual or perennial (day-neutral)

production cycle

FAQ

Strawberry in a Hybrid R, Common Questions

Is a Hybrid R greenhouse good for strawberries?
Yes, the Hybrid R is one of the most widely used structures for commercial strawberry production in North America. Its wide span (7.5 to 9.6 m) accommodates double-row tabletop systems, the birdproof rollup vents protect fruit from bird and insect damage, and the anti-drip poly film prevents water condensation from causing botrytis on developing fruit. Most growers report payback within 2 to 3 seasons.
How many strawberry plants fit in a 9.6 m wide Hybrid R tunnel?
In a 9.6 m wide Hybrid R with a standard 50 m bay length, you can configure four double rows of tabletop gutters at 1.8 m spacing, yielding approximately 4,000 to 4,800 plants per bay. At commercial day-neutral variety densities (7 to 8 plants per linear meter of gutter), a single 50 m × 9.6 m bay produces 3,500 to 4,000 marketable plants.
What strawberry varieties perform best inside a Hybrid R tunnel?
Day-neutral varieties, Albion, Seascape, San Andreas, and Monterey, are the top choices because they flower and fruit based on temperature rather than day length, enabling continuous harvest from April through November. June-bearing varieties like Chandler can also be advanced 4 to 6 weeks with tunnel protection in colder climates.
Can I use drip irrigation inside a Hybrid R strawberry tunnel?
Yes, and it is strongly recommended. Drip tape or inline drip emitters at 6 to 8 inch spacing deliver water directly to the root zone without wetting foliage, which is critical for botrytis prevention in the enclosed environment. Fertigation injection systems pair directly with drip lines so that fertilizer and pH management are automated throughout the crop cycle.

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