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MC Micro Farm Microgreens

MC Micro Farm Microgreens

Microgreens are a powerhouse of nutrition, easy to grow, and versatile in their culinary applications. Whether you’re looking to enhance your diet with nutrient-dense foods, add some unique flavors to your cooking, microgreens offer a slew of benefits that make them worth the effort. At 

Lots of Microgreens & Mushrooms!

Lots of Microgreens & Mushrooms!

We’ll have lots of microgreens tomorrow at the Birmingham Farmers’ Market. Broccoli, Mustard, Peas, Sunflowers, Fennel, Radish Fenugreek, Red Cabbage, Kale, Cilantro, Basil, Wasabi, Leek, Dill, Cantaloupe and more. We’ll also have Lion’s Mane, Elm, Italian Oyster and Black Pearl mushrooms. We’ll be there under 

Looking for Microgreens?

Looking for Microgreens?

We have them! We’ll be at the Birmingham Farmers’ Market again this Sunday, 9am – 2pm with 14 of our 32+ varieties of microgreens. They are full of nutrients and flavor. We’ll also have 6 of our microgreens mixes available for you to try. Looking for mushrooms? We have Chestnut, Black King and Piopinos mushrooms this Sunday. Stop by, say hello and learn more about microgreens and mushrooms.

Some Info

Some Info

Curious as to where your microgreens are grown? We’re an urban family-owned farm located in the Wyoming/West Chicago area of Detroit. We purchased our 17,000 sq ft building in 2017. The building, a former daycare center, had been vacant for 10 years and hit hard 

Have You Tried Cantaloupe Microgreens?

Have You Tried Cantaloupe Microgreens?

You might be surprised, but there’s a type of tiny green plant called a microgreen that tastes like melon. It’s the cantaloupe microgreen! It’s important to pick these little greens when they are just budding, about 2 and a half inches tall, because if they 

Counting Down The Days

Counting Down The Days

We’re counting down the days until the 2024 Birmingham Farmers’ Market Season kicks off on Sunday, May 5 for its 22nd season. It’s our 5th season at Birmingham and we’re looking forward to seeing our favorite customers and friends along with meeting new ones this year. We’ll have plenty of microgreens, mushrooms and cut flowers(as the season progresses) for you.
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday, May 5th at the Market!

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

Red cabbage microgreens are tiny plants that are packed with more Vitamins C and E than the full-grown red cabbage you usually see. Not only are they super nutritious, but they also add a burst of color to your plate! To add these healthy greens 

Tatsoi Is the New Spinach (Haven’t You Heard?)

Tatsoi Is the New Spinach (Haven’t You Heard?)

Tatsoi. Sometimes we just need to talk about a vegetable because it’s fun to say. So what is it? Tatsoi is a member of the Brassica family—along with mustard greens and Brussel Sprouts. It has a buttery texture and a slightly sweet, mustardy flavor. One of the most popular uses 

Plenty of Protein – Pea Microgreens

Plenty of Protein – Pea Microgreens

If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious way to boost your nutrient intake, I recommend pea microgreens. They’re a great source of vitamins C, K, folate, and potassium, packed with antioxidants. Pea microgreens taste like peas but have a little more earthy flavor. They are called pea shoots, but are considered microgreens and are often bigger than typical microgreens.
Pea microgreens can be u t sed in various dishes, such as salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and stir-fries. You can eat them raw or cooked.
Our pea microgreens are available at Papa Joes – Birmingham, Plum Markets, Zerbos and Westborn Markets and online at Market Wagon.

Try Our Radish Trio Mix!

Try Our Radish Trio Mix!

Our Radish Trio Mix is a combination of 3 different radishes giving it a very robust flavor. The rosy stems and bright floral flavor of Rambo Radish add both a tasty and spicy flair. China Rose Radish is green with an intense radish flavor with