Caterpillar Tunnel
Everything Grows Better in a Tunnel
The Farmer’s Friend Caterpillar Tunnel kit brings the benefits of greenhouse production to your farm in an easy-to-assemble and affordable package. No bending hoops or shopping for random parts. Quick to build and move. All while providing excellent airflow for proper ventilation and protection from rain and light snow. Plus get free shipping when you order two or more!
*All kits include 6 mil greenhouse plastic.
All-season growing
Year-Round Crop Protection
Caterpillar Tunnels are often viewed primarily as a season extension tool, but that’s really only half of the story. Covered growing space provides year-round protection for your plants from things like rain, pests, frost, heat (when using shade cloth), wind, and even from dirt being splashed onto your plants in heavy downpours. (Image shown with optional Zipper Door End Wall)
Why choose Farmers Friend Caterpillar Tunnels?
Year-round crop protection
Irrigate on YOUR schedule
Quick and easy assembly
Step-by-step instructions with pictures + video
NRCS grant eligible
Cheaper than DIY
Comes with all parts needed!
FREE FREIGHT SHIPPING on orders of 2 or more
New Tunnel Options!
Wider, Stronger Tunnels Now Available!
Max out your farm with the thickest gauge steel Caterpillar Tunnel on the market! We now offer a 16-ft wide tunnel (up from 14 ft) with 40% thicker, 14-gauge steel bows (up from 17 gauge).
With steel strength typically found only in commercial high tunnels, these 14-gauge tunnels are designed to give you greater peace of mind on stormy nights. Plus, being 2 feet wider, you’ll have plenty of room for 18-inch pathways to more easily transport harvest bins/totes, or if desired, shrink your pathways to 10 inches and fit five 30-inch growing beds.
Gothic Tunnels
The Perfect Tunnel for Northern Growers!
Introducing our new Gothic and Gothic Pro Tunnels!
Perfect for northern climates with frequent snowfall, the Gothic (pictured) will allow you to grow longer into the winter than a Classic Tunnel. This new tunnel also includes a solid purlin and wind bracing to add even more rigidity to your structure.
For extreme winter growing, upgrade to the Gothic Pro, which includes a Solid Purlin, Wind Bracing, Cross Bracing, and 16-inch Lift Kit for added strength and height.
Classic Tunnels
…And Southern Growers!
The Classic tunnel is our most cost-effective greenhouse. The Classic tunnels feature a rounded, quonset design that is wind resistant and is also our fastest greenhouse to build with just a 2 – 3 hour assembly time.
Our Classic Pro includes a 16-inch Lift Kit for added height, plus Wind Bracing and a Solid Center Purlin for added strength and rigidity, as well as greater peace of mind.
Caterpillar Tunnel Options
Classic vs Gothic
The Classic tunnel (LEFT) is cost-effective and portable. It’s a great starter tunnel and is excellent for those who frequently move it around their farm. The Gothic tunnel (RIGHT) is an excellent choice for those living in northern climates where snow is a frequent threat.
A Tunnel for Every Farm.
Which Caterpillar Tunnel is right for you?
Profitability
High profitability. Low cost. Free delivery.*
The Farmer’s Friend Caterpillar Tunnel Kit is the most cost-effective option on the market — even when compared to DIY kits. *Plus get FREE shipping right to your door when you order two or more tunnels of any kit size! (Free to continental USA only. Discounted shipping to Canada.) Your plants will thank you.
Versatility
Changing with the seasons.
Our Caterpillar Tunnels work great for starting crops earlier in the spring, and keeping them going longer in the fall. In the heat of summer you can easily push the plastic all over to one side, or take it off completely, and replace it with shade cloth to protect your crops from the summer heat.
Assembly & Mobility
Easy up. Easy down.
With our in-depth installation video and included step-by-step instruction guide, this will be the easiest tunnel you’ve ever built. Two people can fully assemble our 14′ × 100′ Classic Tunnel in as few as two hours. Our Caterpillar Tunnel kits are fast and easy to move around your farm as production needs change throughout the season.
Caterpillar Tunnel Upgrade Kits
ProfessionallyTested & Reviewed
If you’re looking for a fast, cheap and effective tunnel, this is the one! For urban and small scale farmers like myself, we need something that goes up fast, comes down clean and can be moved around easily. This is it.
