Microgreens Podcast

Here are my thoughts to the best ways to grow microgreens. None of them are novel ideas, but the workflow produces awesome microgreens.
If you have other ideas, or products you would like me to test, please email me at todd@homemicrogreens.com and let's see what we can do.
If you have any feedback, you can also email me.
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There are 3 main reasons I grow microgreens for myself. Of course there is the nutritional & health benefits. Second is the fresh flavor that microgreens add to my meals.
The last reason is they are fun to grow! I enjoy seeing their quick growth.
Even more to the point, I love growing different varieties of microgreens. Sometimes it's a challenge, but everyday something changes.
Try growing different varieties ...

I get kind of ranty in this episode as I discuss why you never need to worry about buying GMO microgreens seeds.
Listen to the podcast for the reasons.
Visit Homemicrogreens.com/47 for links to documentation and downloads about what seed can be GMO.
While you are there, be sure to register for my Free Microgreen Growing Course! There are 12 video lessons covering every aspect of growing microgreens from where to grow...

In Episode 46 of the Microgreens Podcast, I talk with Garrett Corwin, owner of Piedmont Microgreens, and Co-Founder of Microgreen Manager, a crop planning software built specifically for microgreen farms.
I'd like to add, that even though this software is focused on the microgreen grower & seller, the information on how to think about growing microgreens is important for everyone.
If you'd like more informatio...

A listener request topic! How high should microgreens be cut above the grow media?  In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, we discuss how high I cut microgreens above the soil or grow media.
It varies depending on the microgreen and whether that microgreen will regrow or not.
Also, as an added bonus there is a discussion of what growth-stage microgreens should be harvested.
You can visit the show notes for more i...

In episode 44 of the Microgreens Podcast, I discuss how I solved a huge issue I had with my larger trays of microgreens. So much so that I think I will stick to using smaller trays.
I also share a link to my new Free Microgreen Growing Course!

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I also discuss upcoming projects a...

In Episode 43 of the Microgreens Podcast, I discuss my observations of temperature on the growth of microgreens.
We as humans need to get out of the reductionist ways of thinking. For most things in life and nature, one particular thing is not the cause of a problem, issue, or even the good things that happen.
It's a combination of events or factors that is the cause.
Issues of growing microgreens in the heat or ...

In Episode 42 of the Mirogreen Podcast, I talk about where I have been, what is new with the remodeled Home Microgreens website, and why you should be buying into a microgreen system and not looking for a recipe on how to grow microgreens.
 
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How will artificial intelligence change how people grow microgreens? What you should look out for in any article you find on Google.

In Episode 41 of the Microgreens Podcast I go over the results of a test I did using an organic fertilizer with both quick-growing and slow-growing microgreens on two different soils.
The purpose of the test is to see how well this fertilizer improves the growth of microgreens. On microgreens that are harvestable within 14 days and those that take much longer to grow.
You can see the results on the show notes page at Home...

In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, I discuss the soil, growing media, and fertilizer trials or tests I have performed and written about.
I run growing tests of different growing media against each other to see which does the best.
Here are the products I've tested.
Home Microgreens Potting Mix
Coco Loco
Happy Frog
Jute Mat
Coconut coir
Grower's Blend
PittMoss
Espoma Pottin...

In this episode of the microgreens podcast, I discuss the best way to keep seeds. Many people and organizations recommend freezing seeds. I do not think this is a good idea because there are risks.
However, there are many recommendations all seed growers, brokers, retailers, and organizations do agree on.
The best recommendations are mentioned in the podcast and the show notes found at HomeMicrogreens.com/39

Seed ...

I was asked how much microgreens can I expect from a tray? The answer depends on many environmental factors.
Too many unknowns for me to predict what you will harvest.
However, I can give you some average yields from my trays of microgreens so you have some idea.
In this podcast I tell you my average microgreen yield per tray, you can listen to the podcast to find out or go to the show notes on Home Microgreens.
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Here is the equipment I use during the weighted and buried blackout and how I modify the equipment and trays depending on the temperatures in my grow area.

Seed Density Course

Episodes and articles mentioned in the Podcast.
The 4 Methods I Use for Blackout - Episode 31
4 Articles Explaining the Microgreen Blackout
Preventing & Killing Mold
Home Microgreens Store: Blackout Supplies
How to ...

I made a mistake to what Buzzsprout was doing with their support page and well, you will get it when you listen to the episode.
The podcast will discuss the microgreens that you should be growing, but probably aren't based on the seed sales that come across my desk.
I would appreciate it if you would subscribe and support the Microgreens Podcast. Subscriptions will up the priority of the podcast over the 100's o...

Having the right seed density for your microgreen tray is one of the three most important aspects of growing microgreens.
In the past, it was a crap shoot if the seeding density was correct. There was so much conflicting and vague information on the internet.
I have developed two microgreen seed density calculators that work with any size tray for (currently) 40+ varieties (more will be added).
The calculators use sli...

In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast I discuss how to get started with microgreens.
Where to grow microgreens.
What equipment you need to grow microgreens.
How much light you need to grow microgreens.
What microgreen varieties to grow first.
Where to get guides and videos on how to grow microgreens.
You can read the rest of the show notes at Home Microgreens.
Other links referenced in the podcast.<...

In the previous episode of the Microgreens Podcast I discussed the 17 easiest microgreens to grow. In this episode, I want to touch on the 7 microgreens beginners shouldn't try to grow first.
We want beginner microgreen growers to have a quick win and instant success. Chances are if they try to grow the 7 microgreens in this podcast they will run into problems.
Problems are discouraging and might cause the new grower ...

Here is my list and reasoning behind the 17 easiest microgreens to grow. Not all of the easiest microgreens to grow are the first microgreen for a beginner, but all of these varieties can be grown without too many problems if you follow my order.
My order is listed at the end of the episode.
You can find article referenced and the show notes by going to HomeMicrogreens.com/32
Seed for all of the microgreens discussed i...

I use four methods to germinate microgreens. These are:
Weighted Blackout Method
Buried Blackout Method
Domed Blackout Method
Hybrid Blackout Method
The most common method to germinate microgreens is the weighted blackout method.
For most microgreens I use this method.
For larger seeds, or microgreens that have a hard time shedding their hulls I use the buried method. When you grow beets and Swiss chard...