How to Grow 4.5 lbs of Pea Microgreens the IHG Method

[@ede2225]

Insane yield! Very inspired. Thanks for the video!

[@wnose]

19:20 if you spread this out on potting soil, will it grow and produce a second batch?

[@kevinsam3]

You sure got a super dense growth on this tray. Awesome bro.

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks Sam. :O)

[@billclyde7805]

I'm a beginner, and missed how much water did you put in the bottom tray? Thanks

[@C3Voyage]

I fill to just about 1/2" below the mesh grow tray.

[@C3Voyage]

This was before IHG, sorry. Just enough before it entered mesh tray.

[@ConnorKenny]

Where do you get this plastic tray combination? Thx

[@C3Voyage]

In the description is a link to my store. It has all the details of all I use. Doesn't mean you have to buy from it, but if you do, doesn't cost you anything extra.

[@allenrolfzen4131]

I am just interested in to why you use to bleach instead of peroxide?

[@C3Voyage]

Sure, no problem. I have bleach, it's cheap, and it's what's used in most water purification (chlorine) running through our household pipes every day. Plants don't take up bleach and it breaks down very quickly back into salt and water. Also found that plants don't mind it even at 9:1. Here's some information on it: www.clorox.com/our-purpose/our-causes/the-truth-about-bleach/. On the flip side, store-bought hydrogen peroxide has something to it that doesn't allow it to be "food-grade". I don't know what that is, but the food-grade is expensive. I'm not against hydrogen peroxide, but being that I rinse the bleach solution many times and it breaks down, I just can't see changing to something else. I absolutely don't mind discussing differing opinions ok so let me have it if you think differently. :O)

[@davisonthomas4697]

I'm just getting into microgreens and want to turn it into a business. I may have to consider your methods. For now I will use soil and Coco Coir.

[@C3Voyage]

You bet and thanks for letting me know. I've got a book coming out withing a month or so. It'll show all the latest changes I'm doing now. I've improved. If you're going to go into business, I really think this may help you. More options for consideration.

[@BobMelsimpleliving.]

Your microgreen growing has improved greatly. I'm sure Marty is glad you're not in Australia competing with him. Well done Brent. Best wishes Bob.

[@C3Voyage]

Marty and Pepe are the Aussie experts on this stuff Mr. Bob. I concede. Lol

[@bonniehoke-scedrov4906]

Terrific video! Thanks. How often do you water them with the hydroponic solution once they reach the vegetative state?

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks again! From Day 1 till harvest.

[@C3Voyage]

Now, anyway.

[@Tanmoy1001]

cant they be planted in soil after harvest for growing into bigger pea producing plant??

[@C3Voyage]

Yes, they can. :O)

[@Tanmoy1001]

Please make a video of it!!! would like to se it. And will the pea plant be sterile or bear fruits?

[@C3Voyage]

Sorry, I have a lot going on and I've got peas planted in the greenhouse now. The MGs are just baby plants. They'll grow to regular adult plants if they're in soil.

[@Tanmoy1001]

ok thank you. :-)

[@solexxx8588]

Plant them individually if you want to grow full size pea plants. You would damage the roots tearing them apart. This method is for microgreens only.

[@AUSTIN12345631]

what temperature do they need I want to grow in an unheated greenhouse in Australia in winter Average day temps are 20 celsius and night about 8 celius Cheers

[@C3Voyage]

I'd say 18N to 24D is ideal for all micros if you can get it there.

[@Richkandoo]

Those were astounding!

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks!

[@333widowmaker]

Greetings from central AR. I wanted to suggest that maybe the chlorophyll is what makes them sweeter so maybe the last 4 days should be in the light? Just a thought.

[@C3Voyage]

Sure, potentially. I've not done brix testing to see. Maybe at some point in the future. :O)

[@ToddLarsen]

Holy smokes those are super dense and zero mold also. Great job with those pea sprouts and thank you for sharing. Who on there flat earth gave the thumbs down, how dare they lol I love it Brent and as always KEEP BUILDING👍

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Todd! Maybe not in this case yet because I can't see stats, but I have a troll that constantly gives a thumbs down. I'm pretty certain who it is and that's ok. It doesn't bother me. Gotta have thick skin and understand that some folks are just in an unhealthy place. I'd prefer it someone, a caring interested someone, would present their differing comments. It's a healthy conversation, but outright trolls I delete. Glad you stopped in again brother.

[@genephipps6421]

It may not be a troll. It could just be somebody hit the wrong button. Easier to do than you think--especially on mobile devices, (phones, tablets, etc.)

[@C3Voyage]

Yeah, could be. As a creator, you can see several statistics including some specifics. For example, the state the person is in, when it was left, the length of time, and if the person is a subscriber or not. Combine them all over many videos and you can see the trend. In my case, the person I believe it could be is consistent making it even easier to follow his trend. He's trolling and I also know why based on previous conversations and me deleting some hateful speech comments. Troll. Otherwise, I certainly see hitting a button on accident or someone just doesn't like it the video. I'd prefer the feedback so improve. I'm not combative. All possibilities don't bother me. Just my take on it. Glad you're here Gene!

[@powaowa1]

WOW, excited to try this. I will give my rabbits the roots too and see if they like em.

[@C3Voyage]

I bet they will love it Daniel. :O)

[@thefaeryman]

I either harvest at 4" or only cut the tops off I will be ordering more seed soon but not much difference between those

[@C3Voyage]

Sounds like a plan to me John.

[@DIYGuitarMods]

Fantastic! I replayed it a few times to catch where you got that tray with the square holes from but I couldnt hear it. Would you mind telling me were I can get my hands on those trays?

[@C3Voyage]

No problem! Mostly everything I do with Microgreens is in this video including the trays! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6O8nYeViL1goa8 I have gone maximum grows with slight changes.

[@DIYGuitarMods]

Thanks so much. I really appreciate your help!!

[@C3Voyage]

You are welcome. I hope you stick around and share Ian.

[@dancedancellamapants]

Watching this in prep for my first grows and you eating the peas at the end had me cracking up! Reminds me of a bunny or guinea pig snacking on greens 😹

[@C3Voyage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulozoo85]

You're literally the best KZbin channel on Microgreens I've watched so far. What solution do you use to control mold? Keep up with the great informative work.

[@C3Voyage]

That's a simple, yet not simple question to answer. What is NOT on KZbin so far are the subtle changes and the tiny secrets I've discovered. This year, I picked up where I left off from a year ago trying to improve no-medium grows. I'm having great success to date. What I wanted to do is absolutely simplify to make it all easy for everyone. I tell you this as background for your answer. I control mold with oxygen. Part of that equation is a spray I use with hydrogen peroxide. The other part I'm going to reveal in my upcoming book. It's the bigger piece. I have to answer you in that way because I want to be honest, yet I'm not ready to reveal the changes. I'm still testing it. My book will cost less than $15. It'll be an elaborate instruction manual with lots of pictures, access to me, and access to detailed videos that support the book. I hope to have it finished in less than 2 months. Currently, the video I made last year is still quite good and it explains where I left off last year and the antifungal (mold). The antifungal described for mold is my "Super Antifungal" and it's in the book. It controls disease and insect pressure such as gnats or white flies. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6O8nYeViL1goa8 I'm not asking you to buy the book, but it's going to be detailed for what I feel is a great price especially with the additional benefits on top of the book. You can always chat with me. My email is in the description. I am very flattered by your comments. Thank you Paulo.

[@henryjdraper]

what was the temp in your green house during this grow?

[@C3Voyage]

I do not monitor specific temps per grow. It varies based on how cold it gets outside and how sunny days are. Generally speaking, my winter greenhouse heaters are set to go on when temps get colder than 65 and an exhaust fan comes on at temps greater than 82. The exhaust fan draws in the colder air from outside and an overhead fan circulates it all. As an example of variance, when temps are in the 20s, the heaters can't keep the temps at 65 like they can when temps are in the upper 30s at night. Another one is when it's bright and sunny, the exhaust fan runs constantly even when temps are near freezing because the sun heats up the greenhouse wonderfully. Temps can reach near 90 in some cases. All said, my round-about temps on average are 60 at night and 80 during day. Hope that helps.

[@Majorme2]

Where did you get you blackout domes

[@C3Voyage]

I painted the exterior of the clear ones.

[@theabriouxs]

Hi Brent, no weight on these like you do for sunflowers, is that right? And I'm guessing you had about a cup of dry peas for each variety to start? Thanks, off to check out your new cilantro video!

[@C3Voyage]

2/3 cup for each variety. 2 cups total if I recall correctly. I'm doing another grow now.

[@theabriouxs]

Thanks, and are you putting any weight on the peas to encourage roots to go down?@@C3Voyage

[@C3Voyage]

Yes I do.

[@theabriouxs]

Thanks. I wonder how much impact your nutrient mix is having? I use an organic solution (1-0.5-1) and mine are maybe half the height (at the most) after the same number of days. It would be neat to grow side by side organic and non to see how the nutrient mixes affect the grow. Maybe I'll triple the strength to see how that goes.@@C3Voyage

[@C3Voyage]

@@theabriouxs One day, I may try different strengths of hydro mix too. I always kind of thought that a minimum amount is all that's needed.

[@domenicosorrentino1972]

Hi, i'd like to use flora series with coco for growin microgreens, how much do you suggest to use for each product? And how many times to spray? Thank you

[@C3Voyage]

Hey D, I don't know anything about flora. I use Masterblend. With spray, once or twice a day IIRC.

[@mccrack77]

Did you add any fertilizer or nutrients to the water? How often did you water?

[@C3Voyage]

I've found I have to be involved with microgreens daily. Once they send roots into lower tray, I rinse them every day or two and add a weak solution of water-soluble fertilizer after that. Of course, you gotta keep your eye on them as they mature because they'll drink a tray in a day easily.

[@manofaria291]

Where did you get your red humidity domes from?

[@C3Voyage]

I spray painted one of the domes. The link to the domes is in the description. It's red because that's all I had at the time. :O)

[@fastteddy6659]

That was an amazing yield!! Did you use your anti-fungal spray on these seeds, or just the bleach? Also, would you mind sharing your source for the red darkness domes. I just ordered two clear domes and didn't see the red ones in my searches. Really enjoy your videos. You have a different perspective than the market oriented growers that is helpful to us personal use gardeners.

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks Teddy. I did a 20:1 bleach soak for 1 hour, rinsed several times, and finished soaking for about 12 hours total or so. I used the AF spray 1x/day afterwards till roots grew into the bottom tray. After that hose garden soaking once a day or so (3 times). Harvest was 10 days so it went fast. I kept looking for fungus since it was so packed and kept in the dark 8 of 10 days. Had to be humid as heck! No fungus. I tend to research something I do until I see a visual of the concept then I incorporate my own experiences and it melds into whatever I'm doing. In this case, I had hydro no-medium grows before so the obvious was to give it a try. Sure appreciate the nice comments. I hope this helps some folks save some money and encourage newbies to give it a go.

[@C3Voyage]

Almost forgot. The red dome is just a painted clear dome I'd bought. It's red because that's the paint I had laying around.

[@fastteddy6659]

LOL Thanks. I'll stop looking and start painting!

[@krakentacos]

What nutrients are you using? What temp? Did you just put the peas in the tray without any mat or anything? That’s cool if so..

[@C3Voyage]

Masterblend. Nutrient temps are right at room temp since it comes out of my hydroponic reservoir. 70-75 likely. Yes, every microgreen grow on my channel, except like the first attempt in paper towels, is no medium/no substrate.

[@krakentacos]

@@C3Voyage Wow...I'm heading straight to your channel to watch some videos...I'm really impressed...I've been using hemp mats, grass mats, coco coir, soil....I've never had anything like this...

[@C3Voyage]

@@krakentacos Cool. Ask any questions you like.

[@GroundhogNight]

Approximately how heavy do you seed the tray for peas? It looks to be about 450-500g? Thanks for all you do.

[@C3Voyage]

I can't find the amount for sure, but I'm fairly certain it's 32 ounces or 2 solo cups full.

[@GroundhogNight]

Thank you sir

[@GroundhogNight]

As always, thank you!

[@JoonPo]

LOL..you got me there with your Pepsi commercial !!!...Pea shoot/Microgreens is my favorite..taste like pea...favorite in my South East Asia community as salad. They are easy to grow....some are sweet and some are bitter....Healthy bitter greens/vegetable is great for your health....in my opinion/fact...some said "The “bitterness” on our taste buds alone is a nutrient, in a sense. The bitterness sends a chemical reaction throughout our bodies and has numerous health benefits. It's also been suggested that consuming bitter greens may also reduce food cravings." You have to grow Asia Bitter Melon next time if you never try it before. Those are the most healthiest..in my opinion!

[@C3Voyage]

Great comments. I can certainly do bitter in some cases, but not I'm not sure I can do bitter melon!

[@JoonPo]

It took me a while to get use to them too.....LOL

[@KODArunner]

Hi Brent, This is the third or fourth time I've watched this video and I'm still learning things from it. BUT, I have a question: After you strip the roots off the bottom of the tray and begin to remove the Pea Sprouts from the tray, if you were to plant a handful in soil, would they grow the same as if they were planted in soil to begin with? Also, if you do plant a handful, say in a five gallon bucket, would they grow and produce pods even if they were planted tight together like they are in the 10x20 tray?

[@C3Voyage]

If I were to try and plant them, I would not cut the roots, but try and pull out with the roots. Yes, they'll grow. I have planted peas in a 5-gallon container and they grow great if properly watered and fertilized. I planted them 2" apart. I have a video or two on it where I wrap a cage around the bucket.

[@KODArunner]

@@C3Voyage Good deal buck-er-roo! NOW, have you thought about trying to grow them to maturity using the Kratky method? Ya know, "NO GROWING MEDIUM!"

[@siouxunit17]

i like how the pepsi says now made with out toxic poison

[@C3Voyage]

👍

[@TheClosedpalm]

Have you ever grown buckwheat sprouts without soil? Everyone tells me it needs soil but i figure if it can be grown without then your the man to ask. cheers.

[@C3Voyage]

I have not grown buckwheat, sorry. I'll bet it can be done.

[@SharkAquarium]

Great Video. Thank you. After your initial bleach spray, which you wash off. Why do you find it necessary to treat with your anti-fungal? And why don't you again also use a diluted bleach solution? THanks.

[@C3Voyage]

Hey George. Simple answer is I was learning. I've just about got all of it nailed down now. I'm creating another .pdf on changes. Antifungal works fantastic to prevent fungus. Still believe that and it's organic if you use a soap other than Dawn. I don't care about that and rinse Dawn, but many do. Bleach could certainly be used, but I never went further with it because bleach can be detrimental to plant growth. It's chlorine and too much chlorine (chlorine is a plant nutrient btw) could cause issues. I decided never to push it. I've gotten much better at most micros now and bleach is used on the really tough ones only although I'm working on something else in the near future.

[@Krsnalila8]

I really like the tray that you grow the peas in. Is it a Yield Lab product? And the red hub is also really great where can I purchase these? Does they each have a product number. I am in Germany so I would need all the details I can get. Thank you very much.

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Krs! This video will answer everything all your questions except red dome and it is simply a painted one I did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6O8nYeViL1goa8

[@JebGardener]

They look great! Why do you think commercial producers haven't gone media-less?

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks Jeb. They're a neat thing to grow. I'm not aware of any commercial MG producers so I can't speak to what they do, but I have seen quite a few home-based entrepreneurs on KZbin. I think they do it just as they see others doing it. I think MGs popularity is likely a fad and will settle down. I have been approached by a few manufacturers to work on platforms, but I just gave my opinions on what they're doing. Pursuing MGs aren't my thing, but I think that a bigger company that's MG-focused just might consider it before long. They should IMO. I'll see what else I can do with MGs this Fall. It's fun.

[@dicres1516]

Thank you for your amazing video. I’m quite time poor and usually will only watch 5min videos yours I’m certainly glad I watched. I’m just a beginner growing for my family and have a couple of questions: Why is it necessary to grow in the dark then green up? ...I’m growing successfully on top of my kitchen cupboards under (beside actually) lights .. When you say home growers will have days supply.. how long will they last just growing..? ..I’ve been trimming off the tops for a couple of weeks and they keep rapidly growing.. (quite exciting)

[@C3Voyage]

There is no need to grow in the dark. This is just what I do. Growing in the dark makes the plant stretch up to find light as if it's still under the soil. This increases more plant, more mass, more weight. The longer the plants are exposed to light, the tougher they get, therefore, a plant not exposed to light is more tender. But, plants without light don't develop many leaves, or with peas, tendrils. This is preferable to me--a tender, less leafy, and more weight product. I don't trim the tops because each time you trim, you have diminishing returns (less product grows back). It's a preference thing. I'd rather just keep starting new because each grow makes a lot and it can be stored in the fridge for a couple weeks. Some folks like trimming peas because they grow back and there's nothing wrong with it.

[@dicres1516]

Hydroponic Gardening & More with Brent Thank you so much for your reply.. and for sharing on you tube

[@C3Voyage]

You bet. :O)

[@elkrivermr]

you mentioned nutrient.... what are you using? Thanks in advance

[@C3Voyage]

My water-soluble fertilizer Masterblend 4-18-38 tomato formula mixed with Calcinit and Epsom Salt. It's what I use on all of my growing for years now. Great stuff.

[@FensterfarmGreenhouse]

That was an amazing reveal my friend. Loved hearing your grand baby in the background! For some reason I have to pea....pee! lol Chuck

[@C3Voyage]

Yeah, I love that little boy. Now, go pee. :O)

[@brownsugar1958ful]

I heard vinegar works for mold

[@C3Voyage]

Can be I guess. Some use it. My experience had me killing off plants and entire grows. It is also used as a herbicide. Pure potassium Bicarbonate would be more effective and safer at the right mix.

[@bullshoalsblues]

Hi Brent, great video! I am curious about how many ounces of seed you started with to get an idea of the returns on investment with a real dense planting like that.

[@C3Voyage]

I failed to explain that well in the beginning of the video. I listened to myself explain it in editing and it didn't register quickly so my bad there. My initial plan was to do two trays each with a standard 300-gram start. 300 grams of peas is normally right at 1 solo cup full pre-soak. Since I was comparing 3 types, each tray would have 100 grams of each. So, doing 2 trays with each at 100 grams equates to 200 grams of each variety for 600 grams. To complicate things a little more, 'cause we're not complicated enough yet (right?), I eyeballed a 2/3 solo cup full of each. Now, post-soak, there wasn't enough peas to do 2 trays so I shorted each pea some when eyeballing the dry peas in the solo cup. Here is my best guess to your question: 500 to 525 grams. I am not sure how dry grams equates to dry ounces as I measure in grams. I'm sorry I can't be more precise.

[@bullshoalsblues]

If I followed you, then, you used about 500 grams (about 17 oz) of seed total and got 4.46 pounds of greens. About 450 percent return. Not too shabby!

[@C3Voyage]

I trust your calculations! Lol. I just can't believe that much made it to harvest. I think if I'd taken them out 2 days earlier and into the light, there'd be even more mass. I was surprised at a 10 day harvest as well. Hey, it's all new to me and I'm having fun. All the best BSB.

[@ChristasGarden]

Wow! They turned out great.

[@C3Voyage]

This grow was a surprise to me. A pleasant one. :O)

[@cambodiaforretirees]

gr8 video. Nutrients?

[@C3Voyage]

In the description, you'll see a link to my Amazon store. Under the microgreens category, you'll see the Masterblend package. It's what I use. You don't have to buy there, but if you do, there's no extra charge.

[@henryjdraper]

Hi Brent how much seed did you use?

[@C3Voyage]

2/3 of a cup for each of the 3 types totaling 2 solo cups for the 1020.

[@chrislyttle7217]

@@C3Voyage How do you avoid mold issues? I use far less and I can't seem to keep from getting mold...

[@C3Voyage]

@@chrislyttle7217 I don't get mold now the way I grow...knock on wood. I try and show all my screens and trays in all of my newest videos. I put all of my findings from experiments and trials into my book. If you want me to comment on what you may be doing that's causing mold, tell me much more detail. What is the micro? Do you grow in medium? Is your grow in a controlled environment? Where is that? What's the humidity level? What are the temps? How are you watering? How often are you watering? Are you soaking the seeds? How long? Is there a disinfectant in the soak? Do you use a blackout dome? Do you spray the micros daily and if so, with what? Pictures are good and video is even better. You can send to my email if you like. It's in the description. Note that if you grow with medium like coco or peat, I'm pretty much going to tell you that it's your biggest issue right there 'cause you created a sanctuary for fungus and you're fighting yourself. Otherwise, hit me with more details.

[@mreightytwenty8709]

Love the video mate. Iam here in Australia growing micro greens to. I know Marty and Pepe...great guys...

[@C3Voyage]

Yes they are great guys! I hope to make it there someday too.

[@DROY2004]

Why can’t an electric knife be used for cutting, I have difficulty using scissors ?

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Dan! I just share what I do. It's my hope that people can take what I do and add to it or take from it. An idea starter. So, yeah, an electric knife would be doable certainly. :O) If not, maybe a regular knife of another sort. All the best!

[@GroundhogNight]

Do you sanitize before or after soaking? Thanks!

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Colin! Let me send you my .pdf file from the "Microgreens Q & A" video. It covers how I do it all. Hit me on Facebook or at my email [e-mail].

[@GroundhogNight]

Thanks I must have missed that part, I see it now. One more question. On Day 2 when you lift the top tray I see there is a lot of water in the bottom tray. Do you bottom feed regular water on the second day? You are the best! Thanks for all your help.

[@C3Voyage]

I can't remember for certain on this grow as I was learning all this stuff over a short period of time, but now, if the roots are into the bottom tray a good bit, I will add nutrient mix on whatever day that may be. I don't let it touch the bottom of the top tray though. Peas and sunnies grow roots down pretty fast. Gotta rinse peas, use AF, and change water daily. If it's hot, you're likely to get mold easier so there's that. Good luck.

[@GroundhogNight]

Thank you!

[@SandyridgeGR]

How much did you water along the way?

[@C3Voyage]

I do not know in the least. It's not a consideration for me because I get so many gallons of water for the minimal bill payment. With all my gardening, I still never go over the water allotment minimum. I think we get 1000 gallons for the minimum bill and over 1000 gallons adds a little per 100 gallons (an example). I can tell you that I recognize the importance of water usage for some so I've modified spraying Microgreens using a 1-gallon sprayer and the water usage is clear now. It was never really that much, but it gave the impression it might have been for some. I will incorporate rinsing this way in future videos as well as addressing plastics. If I've misunderstood the intent of your question, please ask it again.

[@SandyridgeGR]

@@C3Voyage I'm not concerned with the cost of the water. Just a general question about how often you water.

[@C3Voyage]

I believe I rinsed once daily for these and water was added after the rinse. Now, I'm trialing auto-watering which recycles the nutrient/water. It's in the latest video. Still have to trial with peas and sunnies.

[@SandyridgeGR]

@@C3Voyage thank you for the answer. I really appreciate the reply and the video that you posted. Where are you located? I'm in Manitoba Canada.

[@C3Voyage]

I am near Little Rock, Arkansas.

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

What do you put in the water?

[@C3Voyage]

Half strength hydro most times.

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

Thanks for the reply but do I just buy hydro at store. I watched your Q and A video and I am still a little confused

[@C3Voyage]

MGs are new to me. I am a hydro gardener and just used some of it in MGs. My nutrients are Masterblend and Calcium Nitrate from Morgan County Seeds along with Epsom Salt from the Walmart pharmacy area. Mix the 3 according to the Masterblend bag.

[@celtickitc]

Would red field peas work?

[@C3Voyage]

I wasn't aware there were peas other than shell and pod. I imagine so.

[@isaacfrerichs3305]

What was your sanitizing solution?

[@C3Voyage]

20:1 (ish) water:bleach Isaac.

[@marinerules]

I would so give this a go , but I'm afraid of the fertilizers being used. I grow microgreens for Parrots, I don't need to use anything that would harm them.what all is in your fertilizer solution?is there a more organic type solution ?also , Can you provide a link and name of the trays you used.

[@C3Voyage]

Google "Bootstrap Farmer" on Google. I bought them off Amazon, but they have a website. Super easy to find either place. I use Masterblend 4-18-38 from Morgan County seeds along with Calcinit and Epsom. Very common hydroponic solution. You don't want organic liquid growing unless it's aerated constantly. It'll go anerobic quickly.

[@craigglewis]

Very Nice Knowledge to Share :) Thank You!! Subscribed

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks for the sub!

[@gudmilla2]

Did you try chick peas? Just curious, cheers from Denmark

[@C3Voyage]

I have not. I don't see them in the micro seed companies.

[@dianarhyne]

Great video! I read through all comments, to be sure you hadn’t gotten this info before. I heard another MC grower say that the peas get sweeter under a little refrigeration, at the end of the grow, or after harvesting. Loving your videos! Going to head on over to your Travel/RV channel, to meet your bride. No inappropriateness intended, but these videos, I’ve started referring to as, Microgreens Porn. 🌱🌱🌱

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks! Worth trying for sure. MG Porn. I gotta tell Gina that one when she gets home. :O)

[@fadisarsak8435]

Amazing result, i viewed so many of your videos and subscribed, the videos are amazing but i couldn't find a full answer to so many questions i have so i hope you help me out and walk me through the steps and kindly answer these questions: 1- big seeds with need to be rinsed 3-4 times and soaked for a minimum of 12 hours then rinsed again, is that correct? 2- small seeds like watercress should be soaked for 3 hours maximum to avoid fungus, is that correct? 3- what should i use for rinsing and soaking, tap or mineral or reverse osmosis water? 4- whats in your anti fungus solution? 5- should i always germinate my seeds under pressure and with no light? 6- what color should i use after germination happen, some peoples say red and others says purple and others says 2 red and 1 blue and some even said normal white LED pulp will do. i know this sound like i know nothing about this subject but the thing is there is a zillion of methods and almost all channels sound like they just want the views so they will say any thing to us and me and others can't trust them but not in your channel, you show your mistakes and allow others to learn from your mistakes, that why i am sending that huge amount of questions. and i do suggest that you make a dedicated video to cover all the things mentioned above and maybe more from your side :) thanks for your time

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Fadi! I will answer any and all questions you have. Do you mind, however, viewing this video as I think it answers a lot of what you're asking. Then, you can ask what wasn't covered in this video or whatever wasn't clear. I don't mind. In the video, it says you can ask for a .pdf summary which I can send you as well. Thanks buddy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6O8nYeViL1goa8

[@fadisarsak8435]

WOW thanks for the quick respond, i will totally watch that video and by the way, i was planning on producing microgreens to sell them in small quantities and i was working on a creating a multiple pilots to figure out what the best for each but for now i ended up of needing a massively 2520 sample for each plant and i have 26 different plants and that a total of 65520 samples which is impossible for even USDA. any way if you care of checking the still not 100% finished program of the study i can share it with google docs :)

[@C3Voyage]

If you want to share, please send to my email, [e-mail], or on my Facebook page. This link for FB is in the picture above. I hope you manage whatever you're attempting Fadi!

[@yourbeamofsunshine]

Where are you getting your seeds from?

[@C3Voyage]

True Leaf

[@PepeFassos]

High five brother... yes ! You said it and i am glad you did -----> no need to stack 😉. I dont stack anything except sunnies and i only do that to preserve space ! Im nervous to announce that.. but im going too soon..lol. I love the ending mate 😂😂.. hilarious. Your cool as they come 👍

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Pepe! Good to hear from you brother. Sometimes my personality escapes! :O)

[@ickn2005]

Have you considered using 3% peroxide, compared to bleach? I like what you're doing, thank you.

[@C3Voyage]

Hey! Yes, I have considered it and it's been mentioned before. Since you asked, I'm going to explain, but it's not to be argumentative or contrary. Just why I use it and that's all ok. I'm concerned about it's effectiveness as a mold and disease killing agent. And then, what's the cost and amounts to use if it is a viable option? I used to use "food grade" HP so it makes me wonder what is in the non-food-grade HP 3% formula. Bleach is a common disinfectant, very cheap, and it breaks down quickly into non-harmful properties. It's used in drinking water supplies and swimming pools too. For me, the real kicker is that it works and the seeds germinate great. All said, I am open to reasoning to change to something else. What's your thoughts on it all? Thank you for the kind words. Glad to have you here! :O)

[@ickn2005]

I am glad that you've taken the time to share your experience. I am new to microgreens and enjoy learning new ways of doing things. I hope that the only difference is it passed an additional quality check. The main reason I've asked, is out of the few people that show spraying, they've all used hp- that could be due to my narrow searches so far. I personally just want to raise the healthiest stock that I'm able to and strive to learn more efficient techniques. Thank you once again. Cheers brother.

[@C3Voyage]

There may be some confusion. I'm glad you came back. I don't spray with bleach. Check out my antifungal video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpLXlWqVmd6JhNU. I use that for spraying in the beginning then only clean water. No HP or bleach. Bleach is only an initial 1 hour or so soak and that's only certain types of seeds, especially sunflowers. Also, check out my Microgreens Q & A video. It spells out exactly every step. Hope that clears things up.

[@martysgarden]

Got to take my hat off to you Brent. The Grey look like a nice long tender shoot. I would eat all of them,,bring it on hehehe Happy Gardening Marty ps: Love the peas,,always growing them!

[@C3Voyage]

Hey Marty! Appreciate you stopping in. Funny, I just popped in on yours. Did I hear you say you have a blog or website on a previous video?

[@michaelphelps9555]

you have dun wow that was good numbers you have there 👍👍

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks Michael! :O)

[@jamesbailey7785]

Your the Man!!!!!

[@C3Voyage]

Thanks. :O)

[@larva5606]

*Does taste test* “Well....taste like a pea” 🤣

[@C3Voyage]

:O)

[@drew4021]

Just an opinion and not based on any kind of scientific evidence -but I'm thinking if you greened this up a few days sooner and longer -before they stretched so tall they might be more nutritious because less of the seeds energy is being put into stem and more of the growth enzymes and energy into the growing tips -which is consumed

[@C3Voyage]

You should check out some of my nutrient vs water videos Drew. Or, any of my later videos. Without some sort of nutrient, micros don't do well. The seed doesn't provide enough nutrients by a long shot. I give the micros what they need in the form of a complete water-soluble nutrient fertilizer. Now, I'm working on organic fertilizers and I'm hoping my next grow cracks the puzzle. If you see a microgreen that grows to full maturity, and it looks great vs stunted, it's because there's something in the media they're growing in that provides the nutrition. Without media, like I grow, it's very obvious. With peas, there's lots of options to grow. I now, call these types of grows "blackout blondes". They're more tender than those grown in light, but those grown in light have more leaves and tendrils, which some prefer, but they're more fibrous. It's all about options and preference!

[@VarunKumar-hr3dr]

Wow

[@C3Voyage]

:O)

[@abayomithompson2124]

Hello this is thompson from ukraine I love your video alot please I really don't know any thing about hydroponics micro green though I do sunflower micro greens through soul medium at home my question is what kind of nutrient are you using and at what measurement . Please I wouldn't mind if you can send me your tel number to call your for more advice . Thanks in anticipation

[@C3Voyage]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJXQqmiEodpjkNE

[@abayomithompson2124]

Thanks alot

[@EdiblePlants]

👍

[@C3Voyage]

:O)

[@bahaaismail352]

😃😃😃

[@C3Voyage]

:O)

[@MichaelVandeburg]

Do like wine tasters next time. Chew it up a little and spit it out and rinse, then taste the next pea.

[@C3Voyage]

Sounds good to me! What kind of wine do I rinse with? :O)

[@christopherstaples6758]

@ 8:24 dwarf and the tallest ..

[@C3Voyage]

I know, kind of ironic that the variety "Dwarf Grey" is the tallest isn't it? :O)

[@stuwylam342]

I couldn't watch the full video because of the continual ads. Their was more time with the interupted ads than video content. When I was no longer remembering whereIwas At in the video after the final ad interuptionI quit watching. Waste of time - didn't retain anything from the video. Other than that;the video seemed well done and probably informative.

[@C3Voyage]

Stu, I understand where you're coming from. That's the KZbin platform. It has ads similar to TV. Well over 99% of all KZbin creators over 1000 subscribers have it. 1000 is the minimum sub level where creators start earning money. The reason most create videos is $$ in the form of ad revenue. Not all, but the overwhelming majority. It's what funds the videos and helps us bring content to you. Otherwise, what's the incentive to create and share information? And yes, it's annoying! I feel like I should apologize, but it's my gravy train that keeps me going. Full disclosure and one of the few that will tell you the truth.

[@pinoyhappynetwork]

Too much talk for so little results...

[@C3Voyage]

Cool, I don't get too many negative comments. :O)