In the fall of 2020, we started a new research project. This research aims to explore the feasibility of growing microgreens through winter in a modified cold storage room (in our barn) and determine if it is economically profitable. Microgreens are a popular crop with both growers and consumers. With low start-up costs, a short growing period (typically between 13-25 days), potential to grow year-round, and high retail value, microgreens are an appealing crop for farmers. For consumers, microgreens are tasty and easy to prepare, with high nutritional value. Given the potential of growing microgreens under lights in the winter, they hold a special appeal to farmers in the Northeast, where the growing season is short and farm income is low over the winter months. 

See the PDF below to read about our findings.