mexico city based design consultancy, NOS, has created a new way for germinating and growing crops directly on the field. ‘AGRODOME’ is a transparent, breathable, stackable and portable system. the creation of these small micro-environments allow farmers to plant and germinate directly on the ground without needing to transplant the sprouts from a greenhouse to their final destination.

germinating directly on the field

the height of the dome can be regulated depending on the stage of the plants by either raising the central stake or pushing it further into the ground. the central part also works as a funnel to let water flow directly from the dome to underneath the ground, allowing for better absorption and water distribution.

AGRODOME is made from recycled PET, making it a fully recyclable product. the modularity of the domes means they can be mass-produced at an affordable price. they can also be easily stacked for better storage and transportation. the modularity of the design also allows the domes to be moved and rotated around the field depending on farming and harvest cycles.

AGRODOME allows users to plant and germinate directly on the ground without needing to transplant the sprouts

AGRODOME offers flexibility to grow different crops

the upper part of the dome is ventilated to allow oxygen exchange to control humidity and temperature

the central part works as a funnel to let water flow directly underground for better absorption

the height can be changed to follow the growing stages of each crop

single units can be stacked for easy transportation 

stackability also means they take up less storage space

AGRODOME is made from recycled PET

project name: AGRODOME | open field germinating system

design: agustin otegui of NOS design

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edited by: lynne myers | designboom

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