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EVEC Microgreens
Category Grow for Business
Turn microgreens into income — production at scale, food safety and EU regulations, pricing, selling strategies and market insight for aspiring microgreens entrepreneurs.
3 amazing growing systems for microgreens: soil, hydroponics, and coconut fiber
The three main growing systems for microgreens — soil, hydroponics and coconut fibre — compared on cost, cleanliness and results, so you can choose the right one.
Preserving microgreens without harming the planet: sustainable packaging
Alternatives to PET and PVC trays: PLA, pressed cellulose, cardboard with bioplastic windows and tray return schemes, and the cost premium of up to 40%.
Extending the shelf life of microgreens
How to extend the shelf life of microgreens: harvesting, drying, temperature and storage methods that keep them fresh for days instead of hours.
Microgreens Skincare Brands: Claims vs Evidence
Brands using microgreen extracts in cosmetics: Eminence Organic Skin Care, FarmHouse Fresh and Microglams, with named products and what customers report.
International sanitary guidelines for the planting and distribution of microgreens and sprouts
Food safety rules for microgreens and sprouts: the US FSMA and Produce Safety Rule, the European ESSA hygiene guide, and Regulations 852/2004 and 208/2013.
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