Latest Microgreens Podcast Episodes
Soil, Grow Mat, & Fertilizer Trials
Microgreens Podcast - March 08, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn 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 Pot...
How to Keep Seeds Fresh: The Best Way to Store Seeds
Microgreens Podcast - March 02, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn 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...
How Much Microgreens Will a Tray Produce? Microgreens Yield Per Tray
Microgreens Podcast - February 21, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsI 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 ...
Journey to Successful Farm Life with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - February 21, 2023 02:34 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsJoin us as we sit down with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm and learn about her journey to successful farm life. From publishing her book, "Tiny But Mighty Farm," to making the transition with her husband, Nate, to build out the market farm of their dreams. She shares advice for those looki...
What I Use During The Microgreen Blackout Period
Microgreens Podcast - February 14, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsHere 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 ...
Microgreens You Probably Should Be Growing
Microgreens Podcast - February 07, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsI 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 yo...
From Beginner Gardener to Creating a Vision of Localized Change: ATL Grow | Milan Turner
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - February 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsMilan Turner was just a beginner gardener, but his journey to inspire others and bring change to his South Atlanta community started with a single basil plant. Now, he's created something amazing - a demonstration garden to provide fresh food access for people living in neighboring food deserts....
Seed Density: How to Find the Right Amount of Seed for Any Size Tray
Microgreens Podcast - January 31, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsHaving 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 see...
Heating Your Hoop House in the Winter & Pricing Your Farm Products | Market Farmer Q&A Podcast
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - January 25, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsAnswering your questions about heating hoop houses, supplies & why Bootstrap Farmer packages items in the quantities we do. For more growing resources, visit: https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/resources Like this podcast? Leave a review to let us know!
Answering Your Questions: Response to "Your seed trays are made in China"
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - January 24, 2023 15:30 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsIn this podcast, you'll learn how to get the most out of your hoop house and low tunnel. Then take a deep dive into the value of visiting other farms to learn more about what your own farm needs. We'll also look at the research and development cycle necessary for creating new products and how lo...
Elements of Hydroponics | with Drew Demler, Big Tex Urban Farms part 1
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - January 09, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsIn this series, Drew Demler of Big Tex Urban Farms will break down the top lessons from thousands of questions he has been asked about hydroponic farming. Big Tex Urban Farms is a demonstration greenhouse at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Drew and his team oversee many systems of hydroponi...
NRCS Approved! Grants for your Homestead
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - January 03, 2023 13:04 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsPart 2 with The Nakid Gardeners Tory & Sidney Holland on their NRCS High Tunnel Grant. Nick discusses other examples of navigating NRCS projects around the country. For move NRCS info and downloadable paperwork to get your grant started, visit: Video Link: https://youtu.be/I0qeGTxIsUE htt...
Getting Started With Microgreens
Microgreens Podcast - January 03, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn 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 mi...
Meet the Nakid Gardeners | Homesteading in Zone 8a | Bootstrap Farmer
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - December 29, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsDo you want to learn about gardening and homesteading but be able to do things your own way? Do you want some solid gardening tips without feeling boxed into a mold in order to fit in? We've got the Podcast for you! We sat down with The Nakid Gardeners to talk about how they started their YouTub...
The 7 Microgreens You'll Be Sorry To Try First
Microgreens Podcast - December 16, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn 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 ...
Easiest Microgreens to Grow
Microgreens Podcast - December 08, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsHere 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. Yo...
Easiest Microgreens to Grow
Microgreens Podcast - December 08, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsHere 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. Yo...
The 4 Methods I Use to Germinate Microgreens
Microgreens Podcast - November 29, 2022 23:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsI 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 micr...
Why I Grow Microgreens on Soil & Which Soil To Use
Microgreens Podcast - November 08, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsI like to grow microgreens on soil or, in reality, a potting mix. I prefer soil or grow mats for several reasons, and I discuss these in the podcast. I also go on a rant with people that steal my images and don't create their content firsthand. I provide ways to find a good soil supplier and wha...
When to Take Microgreens Out of the Blackout Period
Microgreens Podcast - October 31, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsKnowing when to take microgreen trays out of the blackout period often causes confusion and doubt. In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, I provide hints of when and when not to take your trays out of the blackout. Links to pages mentioned in this Episode. Episode 11 Microgreens Podcast: B...
Choosing Microgreen Trays
Microgreens Podcast - October 19, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsWhen choosing a microgreen tray, there are several factors to consider, such as the tray's size, shape, and depth. Some of these dimensions are non-negotiable; for others, a variety is essential. In episode 28 of the Microgreens Podcast, I discuss these factors and outline the must-haves and th...
How to Use Microgreens in Food
Microgreens Podcast - October 10, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, I talk about all the ways you can use microgreens. There are many ways to use microgreens; everyone has seen them as garnishes or salad toppings. But that is only the tip of the iceberg. Not only can microgreens be used raw as toppings, but they can b...
Choosing Lights for Microgreens
Microgreens Podcast - September 27, 2022 22:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsThere are so many light options for growing microgreens you can drive yourself crazy trying to choose the best one. In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, I'll tell you that there is no best one light. Choosing a light depends on what you attend to grow, your budget, and how you want to mou...
Growing in the Heat of the Summer
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - June 29, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsRandy Cummings & Nick are on the road this week and we found some time to discuss growing in the heat of the Summer. We lean on Randy’s many visits to southern farms for tips and tricks to keep plants thriving when the sun is beating everything down. Nick also hits the high points of growing a m...
Farm to Table and Farmers Market Authenticity
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - June 15, 2022 15:07 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsAmanda Vanhoozier & Nick continue their discussion on farmers markets and the farm to table movement. We take a look at the importance of authenticity, telling your own story, and staying true to your clients. Big companies, media, and local people outside of small farming have easy acces...
History of Farmers Markets Competition | with Amanda Vanhoozier
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - June 08, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsFarmers Markets today are ubiquitous parts of our lives. From big cities to small rural towns once a week people and interact with today's growers. But how did we get here? Join us for a front-row seat into what it was like in the early days of the Dallas Farmers Market and how it came to be wha...
What Small Farms are Stealing from Big AG
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - June 01, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsLarge venture backed agriculture is largely backed by experienced CEO’s from outside industries who know how to run large companies. What do large companies put in place to sell for a profit? How can they spin average truths to outpace their competitors? What do different departments do within a...
How Will Farming Change in 2022? | Bootstrap Farmer Predictions and New Product Hints
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - May 25, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsBootstrap Farmer’s Nick Burton and Randy Cummings discuss current and rising market trends in Agriculture. They also bring insights for growers looking into diversifying their operations or branding into new markets. Are you interested in broadening your knowledge about current agricultural tren...
What Are Microgreens And Are They Different Than Sprouts?
Microgreens Podcast - May 14, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsAre microgreens the same as sprouts? If not, what are the differences? These are common questions, and we will provide you with our answers. In this podcast, we dive into this question and give our interpretation of what a microgreen is. Click here to visit the show notes and see the bonu...
Randy Cummings on Farming Best Practices, Seed Supply, & Farm Forecasting
Bootstrap Farmer Radio - May 11, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsEver wonder what the difference is between seeds labeled “microgreens” versus your garden variety? We have answers. Randy Cummings talks all about the seed breeding process and why it is important for the success of your farm to know your supplier and to make sure they offer the resources to bac...
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