Microgreens Production Fundamentals

WEBINAR VIDEO: Microgreens Production Fundamentals

WEBINAR SLIDE DECK: Microgreens Production Fundamentals • PDF

About Our Presenters

Brenna Chase is the Product Manager for microgreens at Johnny's. She also manages other crops, including leafy greens and peppers. She is responsible for managing the product assortment for these crops as well as overseeing the product development targets of Johnny's pepper, Swiss chard, and greens breeding programs.

Rachel Katz has been working on farms for the last 20 years and has held her current position of Trials Technician on the Johnny's Research Farm for the last 9. At Johnny's, she oversees our microgreens trials (as well as large and small leafy greens, peppers, and eggplants) to parse out the subtle differences between varieties and strategies that will help ensure the success of our growers.

Explore this past webinar's recording and slide deck. This webinar occurred on 12/18/2025.

OVERVIEW: Build a solid foundation for successful microgreen growing.

Join us for an in-depth webinar covering the essential principles of microgreen production. Brenna and Rachel will walk us through key growing considerations, beginner-friendly varieties, and strategies for tackling tricky types. Learn how species differ in performance, how to select strains, and why OP vs. F1 matters. Plus, discover how we trial microgreens, evaluate mixes, and maintain quality and consistency.

Whether you’re new to microgreens or refining your approach, this session will give you the knowledge and confidence to grow successfully.

A Q&A will follow the presentation, during which our presenters will respond to audience questions. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward mastering microgreen production!