Berks Ag Event Calendar
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Microgreens: Systems, Nutrients, and Water
June 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
Unlock the potential of your microgreens business in this grower-focused webinar led by Francesco Di Gioia, Associate Professor of Vegetable Crop Science at Penn State. Participants will explore alternative production systems—including greenhouse and vertical indoor setups, with and without substrate—while examining their advantages, limitations, and overall efficiency. The session will also address key considerations for selecting growing media and managing water and nutrients in both organic and conventional systems. With growing interest in micro- to large-scale indoor farming, especially in urban and peri-urban areas, this webinar offers timely guidance to help producers make informed decisions and optimize their operations. This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
WHEN
June 24, 2025
(12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET)
Register By: June 24, 2025
This event is free of charge.
Who is this for?
Microgreens producers looking to improve product quality and marketability
Agricultural entrepreneurs exploring opportunities in the expanding microgreens market
Individuals interested in microgreens production and its commercial and nutritional benefits
What will you learn?
Advantages and disadvantages of various microgreens production systems
How to evaluate and select appropriate growing media
Water and nutrient management strategies for both organic and conventional systems
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
Register By
June 24, 2025
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