
businessJan 2, 202421:45pending
Microgreens Sustainability & Greenwashing
About this episode
Explore microgreens sustainability and signs of “greenwashing” in this episode of the podcast as host, Jonah Krochmalnek navigates clamshell choices—pet plastic's affordability, corn-based PLA's compostability, and reusable containers' challenges. Unveil soil options from slow-regenerating peat to eco-friendly coconut coir. Dive into hemp mats and compost/topsoil-based mediums, weighing pros and cons. Jonah sheds light on electricity sustainably, favoring supporting green energy companies over direct solar investments. This episode will help beginners and experts alike navigate the signal over the noise with greenwashing in the industry.
FREE RESOURCES:
Microgreens Mastery Growing Guide https://www.microgreensconsulting.com
Starting A Microgreens Business Easily From Home Jonah.freedomfarmers.com
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@microgreensconsulting/
Follow us on Instagram for daily microgreens tips and tricks: https://www.instagram.com/microgreensconsulting/
Get every episode summarized
Each time Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
Hosts & guests
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits

Is NOW The Best Time To Start A Microgreens Business?
Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits
Sep 30, 202511:16pending

Best Grow Lights for Microgreens in 2025 (Tested & Ranked)
Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits
Sep 23, 202514:47pending

The BEST Homemade Soil Mix for Microgreens, Gardens & Houseplants
Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits
Jun 10, 20255:17pending

How to Grow Amaranth Microgreens Like a Pro (Complete Grow Guide)
Microgreens Mastery: From Seeds to Profits
Jun 3, 202511:07pending