Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established HYDROPONIC greenhouse business, 2 homes,~30 acres in Wheatland County, strategically located <25 mins east of Calgary's city limits & 10km north of the future DE HAVILLAND FIELD—one of Canada's most ambitious projects. The offering includes ~25,000 sq. ft. of controlled-environment greenhouse production space, the operating business, land, detached home (2 bd, 2 ba ~2014), mobile home trailer (4 bd, 2 ba), several outbuildings, garages & most equipment, subject to exclusions.
Efficient year-round production, the greenhouse operation utilizes an advanced Argus environmental control system. It is currently operating at ~60–70% capacity, providing substantial opportunity to increase production and expand the business. Current crops include basil, various lettuces, kale, mint, microgreens, pea shoots, frisée, celery, pak choi and other specialty greens. The operation has established growing systems, long-standing wholesale vendor & customer relationships, experienced staff, and established production processes. 3.5 employees, plus a handyman, support daily operations & facility maintenance.
The greenhouse structures range in age from 20 to 30 years, with the greenhouse roofs/poly replaced in 2025 following a hail storm. 4 greenhouses, approx. sizes are: 30x96', 32x200', 100x144' and a smaller one 20x40'. Please see disclosure in supplements for additional information.
The property offers considerable potential for a new owner to expand production, diversify crops, explore vertical farming or other controlled-environment agriculture applications, introduce automation, or develop additional revenue opportunities, subject to applicable approvals and servicing requirements. The approximately 30-acre holding also provides room to consider future expansion of the operation. Tree farming, mushroom growers, organic growers, or diversify into other vegetables: tomatoes. cucumbers, herbs -- you have the space to test / diversify.
Located in Wheatland County, the property is well positioned for an agricultural entrepreneur looking to grow an established operation. The surrounding area is experiencing significant development, including The Lakes of Muirfield, approximately 3 minutes away, and the De Havilland Field project, approximately 9 minutes away via RR 264/Hwy 1 has broke ground.
The property is surrounded by the Homesteads of Lyalta Area Structure Plan, adding further strategic interest to this acreage within one of the Calgary region's expanding corridors.
An exceptional opportunity for an existing greenhouse operator, agricultural investor, owner-operator, entrepreneur, or graduate of agriculture, horticulture, greenhouse management, or agri-business programs seeking an established operation with experienced staff, existing markets, infrastructure, and significant room to grow.
Please see disclosure and additional information in supplements. Greenhouse sizes are approximate: 100x144; 20x40', 30x96', 32x200
Shows the side depth of the hydroponic greenhouse -- it varies in other houses: approx sizes: 100x144; 20x40', 30x96', 32x200
Crops growth & cycles invarious stages
MAIN green house, LETTUCES (100x144')
Butter lettuce, red leaf lettuce, frisee, romaine, etc if the customer requests, you can grow
Butter lettuce is a consistent seller--but they also produce MICROGREENS, PEA SHOOTS, etc.
Main detached house -- 2 bd / 2 bath, custom kitchen home
4 Bd / 2 Bath Mobile home trailer on site, was rented for $1600 & was owners original home on site
Butter Lettuce
Basil -- excellent crop for hydroponics, and a best seller
The owner came up with this floating system --
Kale
Swiss Chard -- grow what your vendors request / there are many regular standing orders
Overhead trolley systemto move trays throughout the greenhouses
Fans throughout for air circulation
Argus : The Argus greenhouse system is a fully integrated climate, irrigation, and nutrient management platform designed to optimize plant growth and operational efficiency in greenhouses and indoor horticultural facilities.
Lettuce perfection
Other crops include celery, parsley, cilantro, etc. If your vendor wants something new, you can grow it
~30x96' BASIL house right now. Seedlings are on the right for various crops
Mizuna / red mustard greens -- - crops vary with vendors preferences, though there are regular weekly standing orders
Fans for air circulation
The house on site (custom kitchen)
Tree Shed (Yard tools)
Tree Shed (Yard tools)
Boiler System
Germinator Room & storage
Boiler, this is what keeps the water warm & flowing
Employees Lunch Room, also have bathroom. All items would be part of the sale
Packing room -- existing supplies would be part of the sale
Silo and gas gravity fuel storage tanks stay with the property
Showing structure, open vents for summer
Exterior Hydroponic Greenhouses
Back up generator in Garage / Storage Building
This is the smallest hydroponic greenhouse 800 sqft (~20x40')-- this is mint, and is kept as on going crop in this house. It was also used as a microgreens only house.
High pressure sodium lights in the small greenhouse (this is MINT), makes for a bit of an orange glow
Double wide, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms mobike, can be rented or used as staff housing
DoubkeTrailer on property was the owners first residence, then built the detached home in behind, farther from the road wide mobile /
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