Year-Round Fresh Food for Northern Climates
A resilient controlled-environment layout with hydroponics, insulated pole barns, and hybrid power—designed to deliver fresh produce through winter.
What we build—and why it works
Five purpose-built barns tuned for seedling, hydroponic production, processing/pack, cold storage, and farmgate retail/CSA pickup. Short cold-chain = fresher food.
Facilities & Flow
A clean, efficient path from germination to delivery with minimal handling and maximum freshness.
What We Grow
High-demand staples plus specialty herbs for restaurants, groceries, and CSA members—selected for strong yields in cold climates.
Smart Power = Stable Prices
Hybrid energy (solar, wind, backup generators) keeps production steady through winter—and stabilizes unit economics.
Startup Costs (Detailed)
| Land (10–50 acres) | $100,000 |
| Pole barns ×5 (shells + insulation) | $100,000 |
| Hydroponic systems, racks, shelving | $25,000 |
| Energy (solar/wind assist) + generators | $15,000 |
| Cold storage & packing line | $5,000 |
| Refrigerated van (used) | $20,000 |
| Seeds, slurries, nutrients | $6,000 |
| Utilities & fuel (after renewables) | $9,000 |
| Packaging & labels | $3,000 |
| Insurance, licenses, permits | $4,000 |
| Payroll buffer | $8,000 |
Total Capital Ask: $250,000 • Owner/Grant: $70,000+
Distribution Solutions
Cold-chain integrity and short routes keep product quality high and waste low, with wholesale + retail + CSA to stabilize cash flow.
Financials & Profit/Loss Analytics
Conservative top-line growth with improving margins as energy efficiency, labor learning curves, and yield density increase.
| Year 1 Revenue | $150,000 |
| COGS — 42% | $63,000 |
| Gross Margin | $87,000 (58%) |
| Operating Expenses | $70,000 |
| Net Operating Income | $17,000 |
| Year 2 Revenue | $250,000 |
| COGS — 40% | $100,000 |
| Gross Margin | $150,000 (60%) |
| Operating Expenses | $95,000 |
| Net Operating Income | $55,000 |
| Year 3 Revenue | $400,000 |
| COGS — 38% | $152,000 |
| Gross Margin | $248,000 (62%) |
| Operating Expenses | $140,000 |
| Net Operating Income | $108,000 |
| Average box price (CSA) | $28 |
| Contribution margin per box | ~$16–$18 |
| Monthly fixed costs | $7,500–$8,500 |
| Monthly break-even boxes | ~430–530 |
Notes: NOI excludes debt service & taxes; refine with lender terms.
Build & Launch Timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
Why pole barns?
They’re fast to build, affordable, and with proper insulation they maintain stable conditions for controlled growing—year-round.
How do you deliver?
Cold storage sits adjacent to packing, with short runs to a refrigerated van for local groceries, co-ops, restaurants, and CSA pickups.
How resilient is power?
Solar + wind reduce grid dependency; auto-start generators ensure uninterrupted operations during storms and outages.
What about jobs?
We employ 5–10 seasonal staff plus managers across operations, sales, and logistics—prioritizing local hiring.
Let’s talk
Partner, supply, invest, or carry our produce? We’re ready to connect.