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How to wash microgreens

3/28/2017

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The delicate and tiny nature of washing microgreen leaves can cause a soggy mess and create a dilemma in making a decision whether or not to wash them before use. Any fresh food produce that ages in the refrigerator is subject to additional bacteria that occurs during the natural aging process. Therefore modern food hygiene guidelines warn consumers to wash fresh produce before consumption even if the manufacturer makes claims the produce has been pre-washed. In this blog I will share some of the ideas I have received from market customers and my own experimentation to show how microgreens can be washed before serving by following a few simple tips.

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Pre-Soaking Microgreen Seed before Planting

3/23/2017

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Certain varieties of microgreen seed will sprout easier when the hard shell that surrounds the seed has been softened with moisture. There are some microgreen seeds that need a jump start to begin the sprouting process and soaking overnight in water is an easy solution.  Growing microgreens is easy and fun and taking this extra step can ensure a bountiful harvest.

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What are Microgreens and how do they differ from sprouts?

3/22/2017

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Learn how microgreens are different from what is commonly known as "sprouts".
Many people are familiar with the term sprouts, which have traditionally been available in supermarkets, such as bean or clover sprouts. Growing concern for food safety has led to a greater interest in growing sprouts into a microgreen stage. Discover how these tiny plants called Microgreens have become a farm market favorite.

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Instructions for Growing Microgreens: Starting Seeds in Soil

3/21/2017

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In a fresh cut form, microgreens can offer 50 times more nutrition at the first leaf stage when compared to the mature vegetable. Maintaining a year round supply is easy and fun using minimal light and room temperatures. Learn how to measure seeds for your container size, prepare the microgreen soil, and maintain seedlings for the 7 to 10 day growing cycle.

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    Hello gardeners and foodie fans. We are James LeValley and Cathy LeValley, owners of New Earth Micro Farm llc and our Good Carb Foods brand.

    We are both passionate gardeners of fast and easy growing using small spaces and preparing quick and easy snacks and meals.

    Waiting 3 or 4 months for a vegetable to grow - not for us. Growing micro and mini vegetables in 10 to 60 days provides a quick turnaround to support organic growing methods for greater nutrition.

    Eating on the go doesn't mean you can't eat healthy and mindful. This is one of our favorite topics and led us to become hyper creative in the kitchen.

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