My Top 5 PROUDEST MOMENTS As A Microgreens Farmer - Watch This!!!

[@DonnyGreens]

What is one of your proudest moments?!

[@craciunator99]

Realizing I can make money doing what I love while helping people be healthier!

[@randolphmorgan21]

Thank you Donny I am grateful for your presence here and the time you take to reply to our comments. Only one other person does this that I know of right now. Her name is Amber and she has a KZbin site as well. And she talks about Non-profit and the in's and out's of the operation of a functioning non-profit as I am about to establish as a Not-For-Profit a 501(c)7 - a Garden Club growing our Microgreens of course! 🌱This will be quite a venture while also establishing a team of board members, directors and volunteers. Quite exciting😁 I appreciate how you align yourself with TRUTH above all. Thank you once again for this opportunity!

[@lethal2453]

Starting! I ran a computer retail business for 22 years, at the time my 4 child was born, he had complications in the first 6 weeks, and ongoing cognitive and ASD issues, I had to sell that business 9 years ago, and since then I have craved getting back out there, and Microgreens gave me that opportunity to get started again.

[@drew-shourd]

Proudest moment? So far, finding this channel and joining the FB group. I am a retired chef who has 'sprouted' for years, never had let them grow out though into micro greens. Fast forward, my good friend's brother was a legal caregiver here in SW mi. for years, then the bottom dropped out of that biz, (at least around here, cause so many people 'grow their own'.) Now I am tasked (VERY BLESSED) to run a three room, very close to state of the art grow rooms, ($100,000 build out that has paid for itself many times) we are going to turn one into a microgreens room (YEA!), one into a legal culinary/medicinal mushroom room i.e. lions' mane, turkey tail, shitakes, oysters, etc and the third will be what it was. I am embarking upon an incredible journey, one with amazing twists and turns ahead and I am SO BLESSED to find an amazing channel that will help me in my new endeavor. Thank you Donny.

[@jamesfranklin5476]

My crops this year: 14 tomato, 10 jalepeno, 4 cucumber, 2 bok choy plants (all from seed). And of course my 3 rotating microgreen trays!

[@EmRilee]

I'm proud that I am overcoming my own self doubt... It has ruined a lot of opportunities in the past. I just put on the music, and get to work. Thanks for being such a great resource, DG.

[@flyshacker]

Beautifully said sentiments!! Outstanding. I’m growing just for myself and my family. We switched gradually to a plant-based diet nearly 12 years ago, and the health benefits have been obvious. But I do believe that growing can be a very rewarding business as well. I wish you and everyone who tries it as a business great success. Please remember that you are working to improve the diets and long-term health of so many people! The vast majority of people live on junk food, so even an occasional switch to microgreens is a huge improvement in their nutrition. We really need more people out there pushing real nutrition, and microgreens is a fantastic way to do it.

[@kevinbrown4759]

I’m glad to have the opportunity to change my life by joining this group. 😊

[@GEOsustainable]

'What could be more badass, growing food, and saving lives'. Well said. OK, I want to know what happened with the 'bad' landlord. I am a landlord, but my people love me, and I take pride in my places, so I am so curious. Hope it's coming soon.

[@DonnyGreens]

He led me on, lied, deceived, manipulated. When i finally sold my business, he prevented the sale from going through by not extending the lease only one year meanwhile we were talking about years to come. And then within 4 months he kicked me off property.

[@barbbowers1058]

I am the most proud to have raised wonderful daughters. They in turn are raising there wonderful family's!😊

[@craciunator99]

I WAS JUST SAYING THE OTHER DAY HOW THERES A MARKET FOR HOME DELIVERY SPROUTS AND MICROGREENS AND YOURE DOING IT!!! This is what I want to do!!!!!! I'm already starting with selling to farmers markets and I'm going to work on building a customer base then work thru social media. Thank you for doing this I hope you keep making videos and keep killing it!

[@shannonbillings4238]

I’m most proud of the fact that I’ve always dreamed of working for myself but had always been caught up in the 9-5 cycle while raising a family. I am a master’s prepared nurse and two years ago I boldly walked away from my career because the “behind the scenes truth” about healthcare doesn’t align with my morals and values. I have had an Etsy business since 2018 and have been doing that full time since leaving nursing- but the nurse in my craves more- I am certified in plant based nutrition and I feel that a microgreens business is just what my heart and my community can use.

[@DonnyGreens]

awesome i love to hear that. keep on moving forward and attracting what is right for you. the universe always provides!

[@esquirepert7798]

@Donny Greens I just want to take the time to let you know I'm proud of YOU. I've found an interest in starting microgreen farming for SOME of the same reasons as you. YOU'VE educated me and i've found that much more inspiration in my aspirations. Thank you, Brother! God Bless you man! You're dope as shit for the movement bro

[@RubeyGreens]

I am so happy to have found you. I am already connected with Freedom Farmers and their microgreens growing, but knowledge does make a person a better farmer. Right now, I am most proud of stepping out and grabbing this opportunity. I am 67 and needed a health change in my life. One thing lead to another and hopefully in a month I will be on my way to helping others learn to love and enjoy microgreens. I am all in. May 15th is so for away for my One Tray class.

[@DonnyGreens]

Awesome!! So glad to hear that you made the great decision to get started. That is often the hardest part. The challenge starts May 1st which is around the corner. I hope to have you!! check it out at onetrayaway.com/

[@RubeyGreens]

@@DonnyGreens Already signed up, thanks or the correction.

[@DonnyGreens]

Woop woop!!!

[@kenirenta8568]

Proud that I paid off a failed gym I had 5 years ago. Just paid it off about a week ago. Thank you for your content Donny!

[@Stephenzaffarano]

Thanks, Donny, for your inspiration and clear teachings on microgreens! This is my second year of growing and selling microgreens, and I'm slowly but surely building my delivery customer base. Proud moment right now is making the decision to expand laterally from my home base, instead of centralizing as there are a few competing growers now at the local market. I don't mind the competition at all! In fact, if I were to join that local market, I would focus on the lesser-grown varieties to market like amaranth (challenging but fun!), arugula, cilantro, and popcorn! Your name is the first I mention when someone else wants to learn about microgreens on-line, if I can't teach them myself!

[@DonnyGreens]

Awesome Stephen so glad you hear you are sticking to it and expanding your business the way you see fit. I think its a great idea to expand laterally and I appreciate you turning others on to my content! Much love, keep up the good work!

[@RalphNewton]

I’m sincerely glad I got your course through Curtis Stone and went to work implementing what I learned and I’m still learning from others as well. There a ton to know about this business. Thanks Donny.

[@DonnyGreens]

No problem Ralph, so glad my content is helping!

[@mayalkuwari8060]

How is everything going. I’m always hesitant with business . That’s right donny’s videos were very helpful and short

[@Ohokaydude]

I am most proud of starting and expanding my garden

[@DonnyGreens]

Hell yeah love that! I finally got to do some growing outside starting this season and its so much fun!

[@Ohokaydude]

@@DonnyGreens it totally is. It’s also kind of incredible to sit back and look at the totality of it and think of where I started (just 5 five gallon buckets and a tiny raised bed). Knowing I can help feed my family is the biggest thing about it

[@TheImperfectGardeners]

My proudest moment was when I realized I was where I needed to be. Growing anything and everything. I am passionate when it comes to farming and aspire to be one in the near future. Thank you for sharing everything

[@DonnyGreens]

you are very welcome! keep working consistently towards your dreams and goals and you will get there!!

[@TheImperfectGardeners]

Thank you @@DonnyGreens

[@DonnyGreens]

:)

[@viokosovan322]

I’ve been running a successful business for over 9 years. I’m 27 years old and I started my business when I was 18. I’ve employed dozens of people and ran through millions of dollars in the 9 years. I play piano semi-professionally. I have state trophies in different group singing categories (chamber choir, men’s choir). I have been married for 5 years and have an almost 3 year old boy. I am proud of this Donny Greens. You made me pause the video and do this.😂 But boy it’s hard to be proud sometimes when theres another guy doing it better than you on socials. And there always will be.

[@DonnyGreens]

it sounds like you are absolutely crushign it bro. dont worry about social lol. much love thanks for the comment

[@journeyofjosh]

I’m proud that I’ve grown some consumer microgreens kits and am setting up my first actual farm rack this week!

[@DonnyGreens]

love to hear that thank you for sharing

[@metalgearsolidddd]

I am thankful that I still have the drive to create something that I can call mine, after several failures

[@anthonyponikvar1466]

When I got things together to buy my first home. Thanks for listening, you're powerful.

[@DonnyGreens]

awesomeeee means alot much love

[@robertgalloway5631]

One of my proudest moments was buying into a pizza restaurant business at the age of 22. I am 60 now and super excited about using part of this restaurant to grow a microgreens business out of. Have a Microgreen Salad Bar setup to get public educated about them. I just started about 2 to 3 months ago and have the course through Curtis Stone (Love it). I want to get going on home delivery. I have signed up for the FB group but not approved yet...I have a couple questions to ask you/other growers about packaging. Thanks Donnie !!

[@robertgalloway5631]

Specifically what size clamshell package and where is most economical place to purchase from. I searched videos but didn't find. And sorry, spelled your name wrong.....Thanx Donny. !!

[@joparker7494]

I am proud of also taking this leap! I have never done anything like this before. My journey started with vegetable gardening and now I’m here! Even though I am in the prep phase, I can tell this decision is going to change life!

[@DonnyGreens]

Yesss love thisss!!! So glad to be sailing in the same boat together! farmlifeeee 🌱💚

[@wisconsinfarmer4742]

How is it going now? My startup is this week producing my first trays. sunflower, pea, kale, radish.

[@jonsimas7972]

You should be proud for sure. I've spent years building plans on my 3 ideas and they are starting now after many moons if hard work and investing. I'm proud I haven't quit no matter the set backs and the now at same time. U are a inspiration.

[@thomasgarciajr442]

I am proud, because I too, started a Microgreen Business- I made my first sales at last week's Farmer Market. Thank you.

[@dennissalazar6176]

I've had my own business for 25 year's. It's time for a change and micro greens are a perfect fit. I've always had a passion for gardening.

[@DonnyGreens]

Hell yeah!! Pumped to hear that Dennis, im sure you’re gunna love this industry and the fact that you’re already a business owner is going to put you lightyears ahead 🌱🚀

[@dennissalazar6176]

@@DonnyGreens Thank you Donny. Are you still growing micogreens ?

[@kendallfaulkner1282]

I took the first step in growing sunflower microgreens in the winter. It was my first batch ever and I made some mistakes that I learned from. I came up just show of a half pound. They tasted good and I'm very proud of this. Thank you Donny

[@DonnyGreens]

Awesome, glad my videos are helping!

[@fishinthesea3454]

You are an inspiration.

[@DBOPlug]

I’m proud because I’m a college student aspiring to start a microgreens business. I haven’t started yet but I’m driving DoorDash to save for my startup!

[@nikosgardenreserve3184]

went from growing weed to growing microgreens as im making huge changes in my life. im just proud that i can change.

[@DonnyGreens]

Love to hear that! Ive been struggling with my addiction to weed for years, you’re not alone! Proud of you, its not easy to make changes like that 🌱💚

[@ryanfarran]

Wow Donny you are such a real one for sharing that! My wife and I call you “DG” now for short lol… just started our first few trays and are following your model and advice. Thanks for laying the foundation and for assisting in inspiration!

[@ajm3821]

What a great speaker you are. So genuine and I really enjoyed listening to you.

[@hannahkazza6094]

I’m proud that I’m taking small fails as learning experiences versus dream ending set backs. I have a big problem with this usually

[@DonnyGreens]

Lovee it same here!!

[@wisconsinfarmer4742]

For me it is bringing super healthy food to people who appreciate it. No kidding, standing up for what is right.

[@DonnyGreens]

Yea absolutely!! Love that!

[@michaelbroome6603]

I am proud that I took no notice of all the naysayers, including family. Still struggling to get it to fly down here in east tn, but at least it is kinda hovering. Lots of educating still to go. making about $600 a month from the farmer's market. I'm retired and this is a side hustle and I am enjoying it greatly. Keep up the great work. Siochainn

[@DonnyGreens]

Awesome, keep up the good work and try to ignore the naysayers. You are on your own path now and that intimidates others 😈 Keep on improving, im proud of you. 🌱💚

[@drew-shourd]

Such an amazing channel, I am buckled in and really looking forward to the journey. 🌱Many of your videos are so informative, this video is straight up 'beautiful and inspiring'. @3:06 ❤🌱❤🌱❤🌱 Inner peace (such as success) is a state of mind.

[@WholeHealthConnections]

Proud of you my brotha

[@DonnyGreens]

Thanks homie much love!

[@zakg4389]

Proud of starting a set up !!

[@DonnyGreens]

Hell yeah!! Glad to hear it bro 👍🏻 Getting started is the hardest part. Maybe ill see you in the One Tray Away Challenge soon too!! If you're up to it, you can learn more at OneTrayAway.com

[@GUSGUS1331]

Donny , another great video, what i am most proud of is that I have taken the first steps to starting a microgreen business, thanks in part to your content. I do have a question, I started my Sunflower, radish, Peas and Broccoli all at the same time. I now realized that my peas are ready for harvest now Wed, but the market is not till Sat, I don't want to harvest them now and put them in the fridge for the next 3 days, and advice on how to proceed , Thanks Rich

[@DonnyGreens]

Hey Rich, congrats on getting started, that is a great challenge to overcome! You're going to want to time your crop cycles so they are all ready for harvest on the correct day!

[@Chong760]

I’m thankful I saw one of your KZbin vidz. Now I spent quite a bit starting out my new microgreens business. It’s a thought of “woah I’m actually going to do this…” and it feels exhilarating! Thanks, Don! (Oh and I’m thankful for the automation grow rack from bootstrap farmer I bought and yes it was pricy but I trust it will be worth it!)

[@DonnyGreens]

YES!! Awesome that you are getting started. I had that same feeling when i started and it was the best decision of my life! Pumped for you, keep up the good work!

[@delaverdea]

S-o true ,! Nice to meet YOU

[@BullfrogBackyardFarm]

Starting a couple of trays tomorrow so I can have them fresh and ready for a farmers market coming up! Here a little, there a little! Broccoli is what I’ve started out with as my first ever crop!

[@DonnyGreens]

Awesome!! Best of luck to you, starting is the hardest part so you're over the first big hump!

[@user-tk7jo5sj4v]

First farmers market last weekend😊

[@DonnyGreens]

niceee howd it go!?

[@kenabisan4731]

Im proud of inventing a microgreens harvest machine wich i can attach to the grow framework and harvest every layer in max a minute. A layer has 1 squaremeter. The 4th prototype almost works perfect.

[@Justin_Ex_Factor]

I’m proud of myself because I just took my first three trays out of germination and under lights.🎉

[@DonnyGreens]

goo yah great job!! if you need a community to grow along with check out my challenge: onetrayaway.com/

[@Justin_Ex_Factor]

@@DonnyGreens im signing up soon. I just needed to see how far Id make it with just your free info! Im up for the challenge and you see me soon on the inside of one tray away!

[@DonnyGreens]

awesome Im excited to see you in there bro!

[@cathyratlifffinley2914]

I don't let others determine what my thoughts, vision or energy are being directed toward. My life, my responsibility.

[@Carmen-no7bb]

This is probably gonna sound weird , I had a baby at 12 years old, I did not know we wasn't supposed to make it and we did.. She's a beautiful young woman and is great mother & wife . Later in life my ex husband and I started an business and succeeded for 10 years Commercial and residential painting and Carpentry repairs.. Unfortunately it didn't work out for our marriage. I became merchant marine and worked on my apprenticeship to become Jr .Marine Engineer. After 18 years covid hit, I had an medical exemption due to past reactions to medicines & flu shots. I lost my career. Now I'm trying to figure out what to do because I'm not old enough to retire. I've been thinking about greenhouses because I really enjoy working with plants & I love natural healing of foods.

[@DonnyGreens]

Wow what a story!! Hopefully microgreens can help you fill that role!

[@Snarfimus]

Hey Donny! So been falling in love with the videos and I want to try this for the health, helping others and having a income I can enjoy life. The only thing I cant find is what legal stuff do we need I cant really find it.

[@DonnyGreens]

Were simply farmers, growing produce and selling produce. Reach out to your local dept of ag for their specifics

[@dazie1357]

I’m proud of ignoring negative comments about me over thinking the paper work = I’m designing a crop sheet that tracks everything in order of operations ( order of the task to do ) my crop sheet helps smooth out growing inventory reordering profit & loss resets cleaning along with tax time info always ready for tax season audits inspection = I’m talking everything A to Z that also basically teaches every duty = a well oiled procedure allows everyone to see there are no dumb low man on the pole duties AND helps find rough spots that need smothered out PLUS the owner is always ready for anything cuz all business info is literally in my hand all day LoL no putting off or forgetting = if I ever get employee’s we’re more like partners they just don’t have my passwords & if an inspector or auditors ever shows up anyone in the building would give the same answer CUZ the crop sheet is keeping track of literally Everything therefore it has every answer to any question Yes it’s been hard & long but it’s 3/4 done & as the bugs got worked out over 1/2 is such a smooth easy work day PLUS when a possible employee ask to see my MG operation I grab the crop sheet & as were fallowing it we have feelings of confidence without confusion no memory worries fueling overwhelmed LoL the paper remembers for us people plus ya all see Why is each task done the way it is I’ve only got the last hard accounting parts left to figure out & yea it might take another year to get it figured out in a simple easy format BUT it’s already proved itself totally worth it = not only does it smooth things out if I die in a wreck any family could either run the biz or easily sale it WITH a self teaching crop sheet tracking the full business A to Z in the order of operations 👍

[@Bluebeetle71217]

I’m proud of my family.

[@DonnyGreens]

Love that!

[@SparkyHelper]

Great vid

[@Kevzult]

DONNY! Just came across your videos and love how you have helped me so far. I want to start a micro greens side hustle/ business eventually but I’m from Vancouver, Canada. We are known for one of the greenest cities in the world! I feel the competition could be crazy. Is this something I should try and do anyways? I don’t want to waste my time/money if I can’t get any clients at all, any advice? Should I find something else?

[@Kryptoz]

Donny, ever thought about moving to Colorado and just growing Hemp?🌴

[@DonnyGreens]

Love Colorado, i was just there for vacation! Planning on buying a second property out there eventually for sure. I love it and my best friend lives in loveland

[@keelpeel1296]

Hey Donny, love your content! Had a question about your deliveries, everyone has different schedules, what do you do if the person you’re delivering to isn’t home during your delivery time? Leaving microgreens out in hot summer weather certainly wouldn’t be good for them

[@Kryptoz]

Donny, what do you think about the Big Agri Corps like Amazon Whole foods Market and the way they are moving into Microgreens, are they a threat to the independant growers and will there be room for the small guys?💱

[@DonnyGreens]

Im not worries about it at all. There is tremendous opportunity in this industry. People will support local farmers over Amazon. The quality wont be as good, blah blah blah. Everyone is scared of competition. Its the opposite of what to focus on

[@jatkin13]

I have s question i hope you can answer. I have been struggling to grow peas, corn, and sunflower. Every time i plant them after soaking. They get mold before they sprout. Or some sprout and the rest will mold. Can you give me any tips on this matter?

[@DonnyGreens]

Hmmm make sure your stuff is sanitary and be sure to watch my mold videos

[@jackstraw9728]

I’m proud of our garden, micro greens next!!!

[@DonnyGreens]

Hell yeah!! One step at a time, one plant at a time. Love to hear it 😃

[@Alaskan_Jake]

If my spicy salad mix microgreens (from tru leaf market) start to grow quite a lot of mold during the germination process what should I do?

[@DonnyGreens]

Watch all my mold videos as well as my process for how to grow microgreens

[@rokheng]

hi Donny, may I know the type of lighting we can use to grow micro green?

[@DonnyGreens]

You can find links to all the seeds, supplies and equipment I use in the descriptions of my KZbin videos!

[@mendedkettlefarm]

I’m proud of going outside my comfort zone for a sale

[@DonnyGreens]

Heck yeah!! Thats SUCH a good one. It can be so intimidating. Proud of you 💚

[@delaverdea]

❤️❤️❤️

[@kwwoodworks9426]

Where do you sell your microgreens?

[@DonnyGreens]

Mostly to home consumers, some grocery stores, and a distributor

[@mariettagordon8292]

Do you have any videos on how you manage and do your deliveries? I tried looking but could not find anything. If not would you consider making a video on this topic?

[@DonnyGreens]

Thanks, I will try to make a video on this! I use GetSwift to manage my deliveries and drivers

[@delaverdea]

Exactly ,

[@DonnyGreens]

:)

[@onelove8062]

Donny, why don't you get a labelmaker instead of paying stickermule to make your labels? Peace

[@DonnyGreens]

I love stickermule as a company, ive watched them grow from the beginning. I may switch to a different methods soon though

[@dprvr4617]

Where did you get your shirt ha

[@jimmyjunkmail]

It almost sounds like you are quiting the farm??

[@DonnyGreens]

Definitely not. Watch the recent video, about to build the new farm!

[@randolphmorgan21]

Not only am I proud of becoming vegan I am super grateful I have made the decision to grow microgreens in this volatile environment of inflation, supply and demand and knowing I can supply one of YHWH's top three gifts, being food, shelter and clothing. Edit from 1 month ago: Must include energy to that short list.😇

[@DonnyGreens]

Amazing, love that!!! Im loving hearing what everyone is proud of. It's so great to hear the positive self talk 🌱💚 self-sufficiency 🔑

[@randolphmorgan21]

@@DonnyGreens When I speak or write about YHWH some people will ask who is this acronym? This just happens to be a subject I also cherish next to the smiles that come from the microgreens. Oh yeah! I created I wonderful name for my new found microgreens business and get this I am going to make it also Not-For-Profit if you can imagine that! 🤑😄

[@tarr7016]

How much in weight do you get in microgreens per tray? If you know off the top of your head. Thank you 🤠

[@DonnyGreens]

Depends on variety

[@tarr7016]

@@DonnyGreens sun flowers, peas and broccoli or just an average

[@DillonGSmith]

I am proud of my Bitcoin, and it’s bigger everyday!

[@DonnyGreens]

Yeah? I feel like cryptos have been down for months

[@DillonGSmith]

@@DonnyGreens don't you worry they about to go up up up up up ;)

[@brentcordie4987]

Im proud for seeking discomfort

[@DonnyGreens]

Nice, yeah, i saw a post recently with a graph comparing people who seek comfort vs people who seek pain/discomfort. The latter actually resulted in a more comfortable and happy person! Adversity is real 🌱🚀

[@lathapauline1063]

Nine to five doesn't suit me as well

[@delaverdea]

❤️❤️❤️