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Designing the Future of Farming: Student Models of Polyhouse Structures

October 22

The Farm Machinery Club of the School of Agriculture of MBU, organized a hands-on event titled “Modelling of Various Polyhouse Designs” on 22nd October 2025. The activity was held offline in Room 2302, Horticultural Lab, Civil Block, and brought together enthusiastic students for a full day of experiential learning. The main aim of the event was to help students understand the practical aspects of polyhouse structures used in protected cultivation. It focused on giving them real-time exposure to the design, construction, and functionality of different polyhouse models. The session encouraged students to think critically about ventilation, light control, pest management, and crop suitability while designing their models.

Dr. Gorla Gayathri, Assistant Professor in the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, coordinated the event. A total of 40 students participated with great enthusiasm. They worked in teams, shared ideas, and showed remarkable creativity and commitment throughout the activity. Their presentations reflected a strong grasp of the concepts and a genuine interest in sustainable farming practices.

During the session, students built scaled-down models of various polyhouse types such as curved roof, quonset, low tunnel, walk-in tunnel, lean-to, shaded net house, insect net house, attached polyhouses, and hi-tech polyhouses. Using simple materials, they demonstrated how structure and design influence crop productivity and resource efficiency. Each team explained their model’s features, material choices, and practical applications, making the session both informative and interactive.

By the end of the day, students had gained hands-on experience in polyhouse construction and design. They learned how to analyze structural elements, choose appropriate materials, and consider environmental factors in protected cultivation. The activity also helped them develop teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a deeper appreciation for sustainable agricultural technologies.

The organizers thanked all the participants for their active involvement and thoughtful contributions. Their energy and curiosity made the event a meaningful learning experience, and the club looks forward to hosting more such practical sessions in the future.

Young innovators are presenting their uniquely crafted poly houses, highlighting how these structures support sustainable and protected farming practices.

 

The exhibition features student-designed poly houses, accompanied by insightful explanations of their role in advancing protected cultivation techniques.

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  • Date: October 22