Ajay Gopinath, a former Citigroup employee, now earns Rs 5 lakh a month by growing organic microgreens in a compact 80-sq ft room in his home. His entrepreneurial journey began unexpectedly when he noticed a tiny, nutrient-rich garnish on a salad at a restaurant.

Intrigued by the idea of growing microgreens, he discovered that these fast-growing seedlings contain 40 times more nutrients than mature plants.

After dedicating two years to research, Ajay launched his venture, ‘Grow Greens’. He started with just two racks, maintaining a controlled environment with temperatures below 25°C and humidity levels between 40% and 60%. Within seven days, the harvest was ready. Microgreen cultivation involves using trays, seeds, and cocopeat and requires a methodical approach to achieve the best........

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