by Alex Lafreniere | Feb 9, 2021 | Eating, Microgreens
Never tried microgreens? You’re in for a treat! Microgreens taste great! And there are so many to choose from that you can almost certainly find a microgreen that you like. They’re also one of the most nutrient-dense ways to eat vegetables. So what do microgreens...
by Alex Lafreniere | Jun 4, 2020 | Business, Microgreens
I started growing microgreens in my basement, but I got to a point where I was looking to take things to the next level. It looked like farmer’s markets could be worth it. You can do a bunch of advertising online or locally, but a great alternative is to get setup at...
by Alex Lafreniere | May 23, 2020 | Equipment, Microgreens
In years gone past the ultimate lighting for vertical farming including microgreens used to be 6400k T5 High-Output fluorescents. The small form factor and desirable light spectrum worked great for growing on shelves. But technological innovation is bringing us new...
by Alex Lafreniere | May 19, 2020 | Growing, Microgreens
Growing microgreens outside works great. But you need to get a few things right, and you’ll want to get an idea of the differences between growing indoors and out. Why grow microgreens outdoors? To sum it up: Microgreens grown outdoors take a few days longer,...
by Alex Lafreniere | May 19, 2020 | Eating, Microgreens
Eating microgreens is an easy way to increase your antioxidant, vitamin, and nutrient intake without consuming huge volumes of vegetables. Microgreens are the freshest leafy-green vegetables you can eat, and they’re easier and more affordable to grow than...
by Alex Lafreniere | May 18, 2020 | Growing, Microgreens
Microgreens can be grown on a surprisingly small budget if you play your cards right. These young leafy greens that have taken upscale dining and restaurants by storm can be grown in your own home or apartment, and for surprisingly cheap. There are certain things...
