Level Up with our Top Tips for Growing Award-Winning Microgreens.

At Roebuck Farm, we’ve honed our process for growing top-quality microgreens, recently earning another medal at the Outstanding Food Producers Awards, this time for our radish microgreens. Thanks Outstanding Food Producer Awards!

Here are our top tips for achieving excellence in your microgreens production:

1. Perfect Your Greenhouse Design

Ventilation is Key: Ensure your greenhouse has proper ventilation to create an optimal growing environment for microgreens.

2. Pay Attention to the Seed Raising Mix

Quality Matters: Start with a high-quality seed raising mix to give your microgreens the best start.

3. Tray Preparation

Fill with Care: Carefully fill trays to ensure they are evenly packed.
Stack for Germination: Stack seeded trays during the germination phase to ensure even and fast germination through proper contact.

4. Utilize Natural Light

Optimal Lighting: Use natural light in your greenhouse and manage ventilation, irrigation, and harvest timing meticulously.

5. Efficient Harvesting

Quick Cut Greens Harvester: This tool saves time and allows for efficient harvesting.
Paper Pot Trays: These trays help you harvest the complete length of the stem without soil contact.

6. Focus on Varieties

Select Proven Types: After years of experimentation, we now grow three types of radish and one type of daikon. Choose varieties that perform well for you.

7. Understand Growth Cycles

Adjust for Seasons: In summer, microgreens reach maturity in six days, while in winter, it takes about twelve days.

8. Post-Harvest Processing

Efficient Cleaning: Use a bubbler to separate seed hulls, followed by a spin and dry process.
Extend Shelf Life: These steps help increase the shelf life of microgreens to up to two weeks.

By focusing on these key areas, you can achieve consistent, high-quality microgreens that stand out in the market. Dedication to each stage of production is crucial for producing a premium product that delights customers and wins awards.