MicroGirl, LLC

MicroGirl, LLC was initiated by a conversation with a Chef who stated simply, “If you can grow microgreens, I will buy them.”

Within a month, I was growing my first “crop” of microgreens for the restaurant. Once I figured out the process, it was clear to me that I wanted to share this knowledge with others. Knowing the agriculture industry is incredibly difficult to enter, requiring huge start-up

capital, knowledge, and land, microgreens are a viable option for those with limited space and resources. Now, 3 years and seven restaurants later, I’m proud to say that I can reliably produce gorgeous and tasty greens every week. As my business grows, I want to bring in teens who are looking for an alternative option to traditional careers and build them as entrepreneurs to take advantage of this fresh market in Dubuque. They will learn how to grow, market, and communicate with buyers, allowing them the experience of owning a small business.