Frequently Asked Questions
Greens
Microgreens are young vegetable greens that are harvested just a few days after germination when the plant’s first leaves, called cotyledons, have fully developed. There are many different ways to grow microgreens, but at AeroFarms we use proprietary aeroponic technology in our indoor vertical farm that allows us to create the perfect conditions for microgreens to thrive. Each plant is given a growing algorithm of lights, nutrients, temperature, and other unique stressors allowing us to grow for flavor first, so we can deliver the highest quality produce to our customers.
Sprouts and microgreens are both young and nutrient-dense plant forms, but there are distinct differences between them in terms of growth, cultivation, and food safety.
SPROUTS:
- Sprouts are germinated seeds that are typically grown in water or a moist environment.
- They are harvested just as the seed begins to develop shoots and roots, within 2-7 days.
- Sprouts are usually consumed whole, including the seed, root, and shoot.
MICROGREENS:
- Microgreens are young vegetable or herb greens that are harvested after the first true
leaves have developed. - They are grown in soil or a growing medium, receiving natural or artificial light.
- Microgreens are harvested when they are about 1-3 inches tall, within 7-21 days.
- Usually only the stems and leaves of microgreens are consumed.
Our greens are third-party, Non GMO Project Verified and never genetically modified. Find out more about our other certifications here: https://www.aerofarms.com/certifications/
No, while our greens are not registered as an organic product, our greens share many of the benefits of why people purchase organic. Because of the unique way we grow indoors, our greens are never sprayed with any esticides, herbicides or pesticides (not even organic!) and ready-to-eat straight out of the container, no washing needed.
Learn more about the benefits of microgreens here: https://www.aerofarms.com/why-youshould-incorporate-microgreens-in-your-daily-routine/
- Bursting with flavor
- Nutrient-rich powerhouses
- Versatility and use cases
Our microgreens are never sprayed with herbicides, fungicides or pesticides.
Yes! The bottom tray of our package is fully recyclable. As our top film is made of postconsumer recycled plastic and with 40% less plastic than traditional clamshells, it is not accepted as recyclable by most waste haulers. We recommended tearing off the top film and back label prior to recycling the bottom tray.
One of the many benefits of AeroFarms microgreens is that there is no need to wash our microgreens as they are not sprayed with any herbicides, fungicides or pesticides.
Our microgreens are available nationwide! See the full list here:
https://www.aerofarms.com/store-locator/
Reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more and start a conversation with our sales team.
Farms
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is indoor growing. It is comprised of vertical farms and greenhouse producers growing fruits and vegetables in a highly controlled indoor production environment.
While hydroponic growing is a popular form of indoor agriculture that involves submerging the roots in water, we use our own unique aeroponic method providing water to the roots in a mist, using 40% less water than ydroponic farms. We call this our AeroponicAdvantage™ as we have even less water use than hydroponic growing and up to 90% less water usage than field farming.
We are not offering public tours right now in order to protect our carefully controlled growing environment.
Plants don’t need sun, they need particular combinations of the sunlight’s spectrum – certain frequencies of light. By providing just the frequencies they need, using LED lights, the plant grows more efficiently. We also use spectrum to adjust aspects like color, flavor, and texture.
Plants need water and nutrients – which are traditionally stored and provided by soil. As commercial
agriculture has strained to produce enough food for our growing population, and pesticide-use has
increased, the soil has been taxed beyond what it can naturally reverse. Much of our arable land
lacks essential nutrients and contains toxic substances. We grow our greens in a BPA-free natural
fiber growing medium. Below the medium, we create a mist environment, containing the exact
amounts of water and nutrients the plants need, when they need it. Then we filter and recirculate the
water and nutrient solution. Above the medium, the plants stay completely clean. Our plants receive
all the benefits of soil, with none of the risks.
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Careers
Every AeroFarms team member is essential to our mission. We need people who run
toward problems without hesitation and find creative solutions. We’re changing the world.
Our work is for the bold. If that’s you, join us. All open roles listed here:
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information. Please be weary of potential impersonators. For additional questions or to
verify you are corresponding with a legitimate member of the AeroFarms recruitment team,
please email [email protected]. Thank you.