90% Shade Net Cost in Kenya is KES 175 – KES 185 per square meter. A full 200 square meter 90% shade net roll cost KES 36,000. We also have other shade nets of 35%, 55% and 75% which Cost KES 65, KES 95 and KES 130 per square meter respectively.

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Heavy Duty Shade Net for Agriculture

The 90% shade net available at Faulu Irrigation LTD is made of UV resistant polyethylene fabric. It features a knitted fabric which blocks much of sunlight to prevent plant shock and evaporation. It only allows 10% sun for proper growth of delicate herbs, flowers and seedlings.

90% Shade Nets are Best for Hot Regions

Hot climates receives high sunlight radiation and excessive evaporation making agriculture unsustainable. Shade nets reduce heat and evaporation making it possible to grow crops without risk of wilting. 90% percent shade nets are more ideal for hot areas since they have high sunlight reduction effect.

Recommended Shade Net Purposes in Agriculture

• Seedling propagation – protects vegetable, coffee, fruit and tree seedlings.
• Flower farming – can be used to propagate flowers such as cut flowers.
• Greenhouse temperature regulation – also used as a cover to regulate temperature in greenhouse built in hot regions.
• Azolla farming – shade nets are used to cover azolla ponds.
• Vegetable cultivation – used to grow broccoli, kales and spinach.
• Herbs – best for herbs such as mint, basil, cilantro, ferns and other shade loving herbs.

Shade Net Cost in Kenya

• 90% shade net – KES 185
• 75% shade net – KES 130
• 55% shade net – KES 95
• 35% shade net – KES 65

When NOT Use a 90% Shade Net?

Although a 90% shade net offers excellent protection, it is not the best option for every crop. Vegetables that require high levels of sunlight may experience slower growth and lower yields under excessive shading.

A 90% shade net is not ideal for tomato, capsicum, onions, cabbages, maize and beans.

How to Choose the Right Shade Net Percentage

Selecting the correct shade net percentage depends on the crop, location, and farming objective. Below are the recommended use of different shade net percentages.

35% Shade Net

Suitable for:

• Tomatoes
• Capsicum
• Growing transplanted vegetables such as kales, cabbage, spinach among others.

55% Shade Net

Ideal for:

• Tree seedlings
• Coffee and tea seedlings
• Fruit seedlings such as avocado and citrus
• Also used for vegetable production in hot areas

75% Shade Net

Recommended for:

• Flowers
• Vegetable seedlings
• Young horticultural crops
• Mixed nurseries

90% Shade Net

Best suited for:

• Herbs
• Flowers
• Azolla
• Ornamental plants
• Livestock shelters

Comparison of Shade Net Percentages

Every shade net percentage is designed for specific crop growing conditions.

Benefits of UV-Stabilized Shade Nets

• Longer lifespan of 5–8 years
• Optimal temperature regulation
• High crop yields
• Reduced maintenance costs
• Improved return on investment
• Reliable crop protection across multiple seasons

Where to Buy Shade Nets in Kenya

Faulu Irrigation LTD

Frequently Asked Questions

1.     What is the cost of 90% shade net in Kenya?

KES 180 per square meter or KES 36,000 per roll.

2.     What does 90% shade net mean

It means shade net fabric which blocks 90% sunlight.

3.     How to cut shade netting?

Use heavy duty Sciccors

4.     How long does shade netting last?

5 years.

5.     Can shade netting be repaired?

Yes by Overlapping the fabric with a new one.

6.     Which shade percentage is best for coffee seedlings?

55% shade net.

7.     What colour shade cloth is best for vegetables?

Green or black shade net.

8.     What shade net percentage should I buy?

It depends on the crop to grow.

9.     What vegetables grow under shade net?

Spinach, Kales, lettuce and broccoli.

10.Where to Buy Shade Nets?

Faulu Irrigation LTD