We all know that microgreens are delicious and nutritious. But, did you know that growing them in your backyard can be profitable too? Microgreen backyard farms are becoming a huge trend recently. A lot of backyard growers can make a living out of small-scale microgreen farming. The good news is that you can also make …
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What’s the best soil for microgreens? Should you go organic and will standard potting soil do? Will leftover Miracle-gro soil work? If you want to know more about the best soil for microgreens, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll provide you with all the information you need to choose the best soil for your …
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Microgreens having been growing in popularity in recent years both for the home gardener and the commercial producer. In fact, growing microgreens at home can pull in a nice $1000-$2000 every other week just ground 50 lbs of microgreens in a small 60 foot space. Some even do it entirely indoors! In this article we’ll …
You’ve started growing microgreens or you’ve begun looking into it. You want perfect, plump sprouts and greens. Grocery stores and restaurants are more likely to buy if everything’s uniform. I wanted to know this as well as I’ve been having issues getting my microgreens uniform. I heard weight was the answer. But which microgreens need …
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What is coco coir? Coco coir is a soil-less growing medium made from coconut husks. It’s a sustainable, natural material that has the ability to make your vegetables and herbs grow up to three times as fast! Coco Coir for Microgreens FAQ will answer all of your questions about this new trend in gardening. Can …
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What is a Coconut Fiber Mat? Coconut fiber or coir fiber mats are literally made from the thread fibers grown on coconut palm trees. These fibers are woven together in much the same way that other carpet fibers are, thus giving them a tufted look that’s also quite durable. While some coconut fiber mats are …
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Coir matting for microgreens is an excellent solution to lower your cost of production while being easy to use and clean up! This blog post shares our top five recommendations for coir matting products (and some important considerations) so be sure to read on if you want to hear our experience on this issue. Note: …
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While the price you can charge for microgreens tends to fluctuate wildly across different areas, the advent of a healthy online market has helped to standardize prices somewhat. The following should be considered at least reasonable per pound or tray depending on the particular circumstances of their sale: Salad Greens: $25-30 Pea Mix: $20-30 Arugula: …
A pound of high-quality microgreens can cost anywhere from around $20-50, thus making it a very profitable business if you’re sure to keep your costs down. Microgreens themselves have a reputation for being rather expensive, so some consumers are willing to pay this much for them. Buying small amounts at first can help to dramatically …
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Where Can I Sell Microgreens? Theoretically, you could sell microgreens anywhere from an online store to a flea market stand. Vegetable booths have traditionally been the most popular place to market these unique organic products. In recent years, the biggest profit margins have been enjoyed by those who focus on direct sales. That’s why so …
