Small Greens, Big Nutrition: What the Science Says About Microgreens
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Are microgreens really good for you, or just pretty on a plate? It is the question we hear most. The short answer: the research
The Local Farmer · Microgreens
Fresh.
Good things
grow locally.
Fresh microgreens.
Urban grown in Bedfordview.
Urban grown in Bedfordview.
Freshness, a little closer to home.
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popular greens.
Delivery within 15km of Bedfordview · Collection available
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Aragula / Rocket (Round Leaf)
Price range: R16.00 through R151.41 — or subscribe and save up to 8% + This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Radish (Red)
Price range: R15.00 through R81.56 — or subscribe and save up to 8% + This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Garden Cress
Price range: R21.00 through R202.89 — or subscribe and save up to 8% + This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Basil (Green)
Price range: R18.00 through R177.55 — or subscribe and save up to 8% + This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
FRESH, LOCAL & MIGHTY
Certified Fresh
since 2020.
At The Local Farmer, we partner with businesses to build reliable, sustainable urban farming solutions. Since 2020, we’ve been helping restaurants, retailers, and food entrepreneurs access consistent, high-quality fresh produce while supporting a greener, locally driven supply chain.
We bring urban farming closer to your operations—providing the systems, expertise, and produce needed to grow, supply, and sell fresh microgreens at scale. Our Mighty Microgreens are cultivated for flavour, nutrition, and consistency, making them ideal for commercial kitchens and retail environments.
Whether you’re sourcing premium microgreens or looking to integrate urban farming into your business model, we work alongside you to create a solution that fits your volume, standards, and growth plans.
Mighty Mushrooms are launching soon, expanding our offering for businesses seeking diverse, high-value produce.
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