ZipPod Container Farm by ZipGrow: Think Outside the Box and Grow in It.
The future of container farming just got better.
A turnkey fully functioning hydroponic vertical farm capable of growing food virtually anywhere on Earth*.
ZipPod is a turnkey vertical hydroponic container farm designed for commercial growers, urban farmers and educational institutions. Grow fresh produce year‑round with minimal space and resources
Why Choose a Container Farm?
The ZipPod System is for extreme conditions or to grow within a small footprint. Developed for placement around the globe to deliver perfect produce year-round. Each farm serves a unique purpose in the diversity and scalability of a farmer’s business.
A single ZipPod is a fully functional and financially viable business. They are designed to eliminate supply chain headaches by delivering produce when and where you need it. They are the most cost-effective option for container farming in the world without sacrificing the quality of yield.
Container Farming: Where It Makes Sense
Education
Your portable classroom just got a whole lot more exciting. The ZipPod serves as the ideal hydroponic lab for students to gain hands-on learning experience in all aspects of plant science and the future of agriculture.
This container farm can comfortably fit 10 students to plant, transplant, and harvest all from the same container.
Social Wellness
Whether you’re in a remote area of the world or simply an area that isn’t completely food secure, the container farm is the perfect solution to grow fresh produce closer to home.
Our R22 insulated panels make it ideal for extreme weather to ensure your food supply is available 365 days a year.
Commercial Farmers
Calling all urban farmers! We know securing a building or warehouse facility isn’t for your business, but with ZipPod, we’re bringing the facility to you!
We recommend container farming for those starting out with vertical farming, or in areas where space may be an issue (like the downtown core, where all your potential restaurant clients are).
Features of the ZipPod Container Farming System
The Container.
Built For Full Climate Control.
Designed to maximize usable space, larger 10’ x 10’ x 40’ containers allow for increased air circulation and quality crop yields. With composite, rust-resistant panels rated at R22, ZipPod can operate anywhere on earth and maintain an optimum controlled environment indoors.
Purpose-built LEDs.
Performance Lighting System.
Real Climate Control.
Replicate Any Growing Climate.
Sustainable Farming.
Vertical Hydroponic Growing Perfection.
Built for Extreme Conditions.
From The Desert to the Arctic.
The ZipPod System is purpose-built for extreme conditions and small spaces. Developed for placement around the globe* to deliver perfect produce year-round. Each farm serves a unique purpose in the diversity and scalability of a farmer’s business. Suitable for use in areas +/- 45C (-50F to 115F).
Let's Talk Financing
Getting your container farm business started has never been easier! Financing is available for both Canadian and US-based customers.
Contact us today to learn more about our rates and to get pre-approved!
ZipPod Pricing: $179,000 USD
Technical specs of our specialty built container farming unit.
Electrical
- 200-amp 120/240 volt single phase
Nursery and Fertigation Table
- Multi function oversized fertigation table at 40” wide x 120” long x 40” high for seeding, transplanting, harvesting and packaging.
- Centrally positioned for better workflow
- Independent lighting system to foster early stage seedling growth
- Built tough from 316 Stainless steel
- Ebb & flow irrigation system provides scheduled watering and nutrient cycles
Climate
- 60,000 BTU A/C for industrial temperature and humidity control
- A truly controlled environment purpose built for Controlled Environment Agriculture results in consistency uniform and productive crop yields.
Lighting
- Patented LED lighting system designed specifically for use with ZipGrow™ Towers to create a vertical farm
- Customizable day / night scheduling
- Maximize production and flavor profile with tailored spectrum for leafy greens and herbs
Plant Sites
- 240 8-foot ZipGrow™ Towers
- Over 3800 plant sites
- Compatible with compostable GrowFoam® plugs or peat plugs
Irrigation
- Overhead drip irrigation
- Automated delivery schedules
- Automated pH and nutrient dosing
Operating Costs of the ZipPod: What is Required to run your container farm?
Power
Supply
Water
Misc. Expenses
Working With Us
Step 1- Let’s Chat : First, we want to learn more about your project or business to see if a container farm is the right option for you or explore some of our other commercial options.
Step 2 – Crunch the Numbers: We’ll go over production numbers and utility calculations with you to help with business planning and project feasibility.
Step 3- Shake Hands & Start Manufacturing: Once you’ve committed to our ZipPod, we’ll beginning working on your container farm with our in-house manufacturing team. In the meantime, we’ll help you plan for electrical hook up pod delivery throughout our 90-day lead time.
Step 4- Delivery & Training: We’ll send your ZipPod out fully assembled to be ready to use upon delivery. Our in-house trainers are ready to go to your location to start training you in your new ZipPod once the unit hits land.
Step 5- Starting Your New Journey: We’ll be here on the sidelines as you start this new journey! We’ll be here to answer any additional questions you may have, and cheer you on throughout this next chapter.
Not included: Electrical and water hookup. Shipping and start-up costs.
Design is subject to change.
*For purchases outside of North America additional fees and lead time on production will apply. Certain conditions may be required and customizations are available.
Your Frequcent Asked Questions
The answer to this question isn’t straight forward. Because our tower uses a channel system, our yields are based off how much room the plant needs to grow efficiently. For example, head lettuce needs more room to grow than spring mix, so you could fit 18 heads of lettuce per tower, but 40 seedlings of spring mix. For more information on yields, contact us at [email protected] and we’ll help plan out your farm yields with you.
Our container farms are manufactured in-house in Cornwall, ON. We have of technicians on staff to ensure control of our manufacturing and our 90-day lead time. With that said, all our electrical is outsourced to certified professionals.
For our US-based customers, we have and will be handling all matters for customs.
Our containers are different because they aren’t containers. We use purpose-built R-22 panels to ensure a true closed environment. By using panels, your container farm will have better insulation and less likely to welcome unwanted pests. Compared to containers with NFT systems, our vertical tower allows farmers to grow a larger variety of plants and a better workflow as all the towers are removable.
Currently, we offer financing though RBC (Canada) and First American (USA). If you’d like to see about getting pre-approved, please contact our sales team at [email protected].
For funding opportunities we recommend using the following platforms: Business Benefit Finder (CAN), AgPal (CAN), and Grants.gov (USA).
For investment opportunities we recommend Farm Credit Canada or Harvest Returns.
For utility information, please contact [email protected] and we’d be happy to share those figures with you.
Our system doesn’t discriminate against consumables, so feel free to use whatever your crops need to flourish. Our online store offers several options for growing media and nutrients. If you’re not sure what to get, feel free to contact our trainers at [email protected]
No, we do not charge a monthly or annual fee to run your environmental controller. Data is stored locally, so you have access to your data for the lifetime of your farm. The environmental controller can be controlled remotely and can be set up to send notifications if something wasn’t right.