A High Tunnel System is one of the most commonly-requested conservation practices in Alaska. The outreach materials on this webpage are designed to help growers understand how a high tunnel may fit into their overall conservation plan under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), and consider the technical requirements for installing and operating a high tunnel.

If you're a new customer with NRCS, be sure to check out our Welcome Packet for New Customers for more information about EQIP eligibility and how to apply.

High Tunnel Fact Sheets…

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	High Tunnel FAQ (PDF) Answers to the most frequently asked questions from growers about the NRCS high tunnel conservation practice.
	Planting in a High Tunnel (PDF) Tips for successfully producing tomatoes, cucumbers, corn and peppers in a seasonal high tunnel in Alaska.
	Controlling the High Tunnel Environment (PDF) Tips for managing temperature, shading, irrigation, ventilation and other environmental factors to increase your success in a high tunnel cropping system in Alaska.

Technical Specifications and Supplements…

• NRCS High Tunnel System Conservation Practice Standard
   
• NRCS Implementation Requirements, High Tunnel System - Metal Frame
   
• Agronomy Technical Note 16 - Making Fertilizer Recommendations Based on Soil Test, High Tunnel Vegetable Production (PDF)
   

See technical information for the High Tunnel System and other conservation practices on the NRCS Field Office Technical Guide in Section IV, Conservation Practice Standards and Support Documents.