Getting Ready to Grow Microgreens
Getting Ready to Grow Microgreens
It is easy to just jump right into growing microgreens and learn as you go. But this can be an expensive approach to trying something you may not actually like very much. Check out some of our articles here to help you make some good decisions in the early part of your journey.
Microgreens as a Side Hustle: Fun Gig or Future Regret?
Introduction “Side hustle” — it’s a phrase that’s been pitched at us from every corner of the internet. Whether it’s flipping sneakers, selling print-on-demand mugs, or renting out your car to strangers, everyone’s looking for a way to make a few extra bucks without quitting their day job. Into that hustle-hungry void walks the humble…
Is a Microgreens Business Right For Me?
Introduction Microgreens have exploded in popularity over the past decade, often touted as the perfect small business. High crop value, minimal space requirements, and fast turnaround times make them seem like a no-brainer for aspiring growers. But is that glossy surface hiding a less glamorous reality? While the benefits are real, not everyone is cut…
Choosing the Right Microgreens Growing Space for Your Operation: A Practical Introduction
Introduction to Microgreens Growing Spaces Starting a microgreens business comes with its fair share of excitement — quick crop cycles, low startup costs, and the ability to grow nutritious food in surprisingly small spaces. But as you dig into the nuts and bolts of production, one of the first and most important questions you’ll face…
Covered Benches: An Accessible, Expandable Outdoor Microgreens Growing Space
Introduction to Microgreens Growing Benches Microgreens growing benches are one of the simplest and most effective ways to begin producing microgreens, particularly in milder climates. They represent a low-barrier, semi-outdoor infrastructure option that provides a surprising amount of flexibility. Originally developed out of necessity for low-cost infrastructure that could be rapidly deployed and adapted, the…
Indoor Home Production: From Basements to Bedrooms to Living Rooms
Introduction For many aspiring growers, the easiest place to begin producing microgreens is indoors at home — especially during colder seasons or in dense urban areas with limited outdoor space. Indoor home production can be as modest as a metal rack with a few lights in your basement, living room, or spare room. Home is…
Garage-Based Microgreens Production: A Practical Intermediate Step
Introduction If you’ve outgrown your living room grow rack but aren’t quite ready for a commercial lease, a garage can be the perfect transitional space. Garages offer more flexibility and capacity than indoor home setups, while still benefiting from the cost-saving advantages of using property you already own or rent. Many successful growers scale up…
Warehouse Microgreens Production: Scaling Up for Commercial Volume
Introduction When demand grows beyond what a garage can handle, many growers consider moving into a commercial warehouse space. This is a major step — both in operational complexity and in cost. A warehouse can support hundreds of trays per week, but it also requires serious investment in infrastructure, utilities, and (often) regulatory compliance. Warehouse…
Greenhouse Microgreens Production: Harnessing the Power of Sunlight
Introduction Greenhouses occupy a unique and powerful middle ground between low-cost outdoor setups and high-investment warehouse systems. They combine the environmental control of indoor production with the natural benefits of sunlight, offering a high-performance space that can scale up or down depending on your needs and climate. Maximizing Light At their core, greenhouses are about…
Essential Work Areas for Microgreens Production: Beyond the Grow Rack
Introduction Growing microgreens may begin with a tray and some seeds, but sustaining a microgreens business requires a lot more than just growing. Behind every thriving tray is a network of supporting workspaces that keep the operation organized, clean, efficient, and scalable. From prepping trays and sanitizing seeds to harvesting, washing, packaging, and storing equipment…
Designing Microgreens Workflow and Layout: Creating Flow, Minimizing Risk
Introduction to Microgreens Workflow When setting up a microgreens production site, one of the most impactful — and often underappreciated — tasks is designing a site layout that supports efficient workflow and reduces the risk of contamination. Whether you’re working in a greenhouse, warehouse, or backyard setup, your layout directly affects how well your system…
How I Introduced a Single Microgreens Crop to Market (and Priced It to Sell)
Introduction Launching a new product in a competitive market is always a challenge. But sometimes, the key to standing out isn’t bringing more — it’s bringing less and doing it better than anyone else. That was the mindset I had when I introduced sunflower shoots — just one product — to the Vancouver farmers market…
Are Microgreens Really Profitable? 15 Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Microgreens Business
Introduction You’ve probably seen bold claims about making thousands of dollars a month growing microgreens. But let’s cut through the hype. The question we hear most often is: “Are microgreens profitable?” The honest answer? It depends. Profitability is not guaranteed just because microgreens grow fast and sell at a high price per pound. It takes…
The Ultimate Cost-Free Microgreens Marketing Strategy: How to Build Your Brand and Win Customers Without Paying for Ads
Introduction One of the biggest challenges for new (and even experienced) microgreens growers is getting their product into people’s hands. With so many options available, how do you stand out? How do you build a client base without spending thousands on advertising? This simple Microgreens Marketing Strategy guide gives you a clear roadmap for marketing…
Why Financial Planning Is Essential for Microgreens Success (And How to Avoid the Profitability Trap)
Financial Planning Overview It’s no secret that microgreens have developed a reputation for being a high-margin crop. A quick Google search or YouTube dive will tell you trays are selling for $25, $30, even $50. And while the numbers can look exciting, the truth is — most of these stories are missing half the equation.…
2.0 Outline: Microgreens Growing Space, Work Areas and Equipment
Let’s dive into the physical components of a typical microgreens system.
Course 2.1: Microgreens Growing Spaces
Here we introduce you to some of the many places you can grow microgreens and some of the pros and cons of each. Downloadable Audio File: Embedded Video:
3.0 Outline: Primary Microgreens Production Components
Overview of Microgreens Course Module 3 focused on primary microgreens production components. Downloadable Audio file: Embedded Video File:
Course 3.1: Microgreens Production Process Overview
Here we take a quick look at the overall microgreens production process to give you a sense of how things look from start to finish. Downloadable Audio: Embedded Video:
Course 5.1: Microgreens Regulations Overview
Here we start with a quick overview of regulations that may or may not apply to your microgreens operation and what you need to consider! Downloadable Audio: Embedded Video:
Course 5.3: US Microgreens Regulations
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