Listing Details:

• Business Category:       Agricultural 
• Location:                        Iowa
  
• Support & training:       12 weeks
• Reason for Selling:       Retirement         
  
  

Business Description

Ready to Grow?  This Turnkey Greenhouse Operation Could Be the Perfect Fit!

This long-established wholesale greenhouse business boasts a reputation built on decades of quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service. With a loyal customer base and a track record of proven performance, this is a rare opportunity to acquire modern infrastructure, real estate, and equipment—all in a prime, growth-ready location.

Highlights:

• 70,000+ square feet of greenhouse space across multiple structures
• Modern facilities – primary greenhouse structures built within the last 6–8 years
  Estimated replacement cost for the 35,000 sq ft main greenhouse: >$1.5M
• Turnkey-ready – includes real estate, equipment, and established operational systems
• Scalable opportunity – ideal for regional expansion, overflow production, contract growing, or diversification

Who should consider this?    

The ideal buyer is either a strategic buyer looking for growth through acquisition, or an owner-operator looking to become their own boss.

• Strategic buyers:  If you're facing capacity limits or planning your next phase of growth, this facility offers immediate expansion potential—without the delays or costs of new construction!
• Owner-Operators:  If you’re looking for a lifestyle change and have a green thumb, take control of your future and become your own boss!  Smooth transition is possible with current systems and support in place, so you can step into this role with confidence and clarity.  

Business History

Multi-decade business with a long-standing reputation for quality.

Competitive Analysis

Known for their quality products, flexibility in-season, and focus on customer service. They value the relationships they have built with their customers.

Growth Potential

The existing infrastructure supports multiple growth avenues, including expansion into new markets and the addition of complementary products and services. With minimal marketing currently in place, there’s significant opportunity to increase visibility and drive sales through social media, digital marketing, and other strategic campaigns.

Facilities

 Includes over 70,000 square feet of greenhouse space, approximately 15,000 square feet of shade area, warehouses, office space, and additional support features. The main greenhouse structures are relatively new, offering a turnkey setup ready for continued operation or expansion. 

Operating Hours

Operating hours fluctuate due to seasonality of industry.

Owner Weekly Hours

Seasonal variability: During the busiest 6 weeks of the year there are long hours required. During slower times of season owner is able to go on multiple week+ long vacations.