Why Microgreens Fit the Future of Urban Food

Living in a Dutch or European city often means one thing: limited space, but big ambitions to eat fresher and live more sustainably. Luckily, a wave of new research shows that indoor growing, especially microgreens, is quickly becoming one of the easiest ways to bring fresh food into small homes. Recent studies highlight how urban farming could supply up to 10% of fresh produce in major EU cities. And microgreens? They’re leading the trend.

🌱 Why Urban Farming Is Growing Across Europe

Urban farming is no longer a niche. Cities like Amsterdam, Berlin, and Copenhagen are actively integrating small-scale food production into future food system plans.

• Rooftops and balconies offer huge unused potential
• Indoor setups can run year-round
• Small crops like microgreens have the highest yield per square meter

For many city residents, it’s the first accessible way to participate in sustainable food production.

🌿 Microgreens Are Becoming Europe’s Favorite Home Crop

According to The Guardian, microgreens are now among the fastest-growing home-growing products in Europe.
People love them because:

• They grow in 7–10 days
• They don’t require outdoor space
• They’re packed with flavor and nutrients
• They make kitchens and living rooms feel more alive
  This makes them ideal for Dutch apartments, especially where outdoor space is limited.

🌱 Indoor Growing Fits Modern Urban Life

Indoor growing works incredibly well in the Netherlands and other EU countries with cloudy winters. A small tray near a window or under a cheap LED grow light is enough to produce fresh greens every week. No soil in the hallway, no big balcony setups—just clean, simple growing.

🌿 How This Connects to Growing Microgreens at Home

If you’ve ever thought about producing your own food but felt overwhelmed, microgreens are the perfect starting point.
They require:

• A tray
• A grow medium (hemp mat, soil, or coconut fibre)
• Seeds
• Water

That’s it.
They’re also one of the few crops where beginner results look and taste as good as expert results.
Try your first crop with a simple setup like the [LINK TO MICROGREEN STARTER KIT] and follow the steps in the [LINK TO GROW GUIDE].

🌱 Curious to start growing at home?
Check out our shop for beginner-friendly kits, guides, and tips.
Your first harvest is only a week away.