Discover the world of microgreens and learn how to grow incredibly healthy, tasty and nutritious greens right at home. This book will be your reliable guide - from choosing seeds and substrates to harvesting and storing microgreens. You will learn: - Growing basics: what microgreens are, how they differ from sprouts and adult plants, the life cycle of crops. - Equipment and materials: containers, soil and soilless substrates, lighting, irrigation systems and harvesting tools. - Seed selection and sowing: popular and exotic crops, seed requirements, uniform sowing and soaking techniques. - Microgreen care: lighting, watering, ventilation, protection from mold and pests. - Harvesting and storage: how to harvest correctly, whether to wash or not to wash greens, packaging and extending freshness. - Soilless Growing: Hydroponics and Aquaponics for Home Experiments and Small Businesses. - Nutritional Value and Health Benefits: Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, Sample Diets for Different Needs. - Common Problems and Solutions: Mold, Poor Germination, Weak or Yellow Sprouts, Excess or Lack of Moisture. - Microgreens as a Business Opportunity: Market Demand, Sales, Costing, Certification, Scaling. In the appendices, you will find a handy table of growing seasons for various crops, which will help you plan your crops and get a stable harvest. This book is suitable for both beginners and those who want to develop their own home or mini-farm. It combines practical advice, scientific data and proven techniques, allowing you to get the most out of microgreens and enjoy a fresh, healthy product every day.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest
everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We
deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15.
ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.