Penn State research finds ways to boost microgreen nutrition and yield
In short
- Penn State plant scientists published three studies on microgreens.
- The research covers iron enrichment and productive indoor growth.
- A faux lightning technique could improve growth, yield and nutritional quality.
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Microgreens are already prized for their nutrition. These three studies report progress on adding iron, growing them indoors, and boosting growth with a lightning-like technique. The source describes research progress, not a product already on shelves.
From Phys.org
Microgreens are nutritional powerhouses. A team of plant scientists at Penn State conducting research on multiple aspects of microgreens recently published three studies reporting progress on multiple fronts, including iron enrichment, productive indoor growth and a faux lightning technique that could improve microgreens' growth, yield and nutritional quality.
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Tiny plants called microgreens are very healthy to eat. Scientists at Penn State found new ways to help them grow well and carry more iron. They are still testing these ideas. Talk about it: what is your favourite green thing to eat?
