Microgreens Market expected to reach USD 3.805 billion by 2030
Microgreens Market Size & Growth
According to a research study published by Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence (KSI), the microgreens market will expand from USD 2.546 billion in 2025 to USD 3.805 billion in 2030 at a CAGR of 8.37% during the forecast period.
The more advanced varieties of microgreens have many antioxidant qualities and are high in vitamins and minerals. Compared to other green vegetables, it has higher nutrients. They lower the chance of Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, some forms of cancer, and heart-related illnesses.
The market for microgreens is dominated by broccoli because of its many nutritional and healthful attributes. In certain places, it is also referred to as a cruciferous vegetable. Many varieties of broccoli are consumed in large quantities in the United States. This vegetable comes in a variety of colors, from deep sage to dark green, and some varieties have textures that are somewhat purple. In the upcoming years, vertical farming will be essential to the expansion of the microgreens industry. In order to fulfill the demands for food, there is a general need for arable and agricultural land due to the growing global population and increasing urbanization. Conventional methods have contributed to a number of environmental issues, including habitat loss, water scarcity, and deforestation. When compared to conventional agriculture, vertical farms may save up to 98% on water usage.
One important player in vertical farming is China. The nation has the chance to maintain water (and food) security as a world leader in technological production. Compared to conventional agriculture, vertical farming consumes 98% less water and provides a sustainable alternative. Through exports, it facilitates the implementation of mass infrastructure and supports food security in China and other nations with harsh climates.
The global microgreens market includes a wide range of types including Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Peas, Basil, and others. By farming, the market is segmented into Indoor Farming, Commercial Greenhouses, Vertical Farming, and others. The market is further segmented based on end user which include Food & Beverage and Cosmetics.
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Microgreens Market Report Highlights
- It has been found that the average consumer is willing to buy healthier food products, even if the product comes at a substantial cost or price.
- Because it manages the production of high-value crops that offer greater quality and yield than conventional farming, vertical farming has gained popularity and acceptance in recent years. It minimizes the carbon footprint and its impacts by making appropriate use of resources like as water, nutrients, time, and space. To cultivate crops, vertical farming doesn’t require a lot of arable or agricultural area. Since dirt is not needed as a root media, hydroponic vertical farming produces significant growth.
- Due to their early technological adoption and growing awareness of vertical farming, North America and Europe enjoy a significant market share. Furthermore, the demand for microgreens is expected to rise significantly in the upcoming years due to the shrinking amount of agricultural land in many industrialized nations.
Report Coverage:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Microgreens Market Size in 2025 | US$2.546 billion |
| Microgreens Market Size in 2030 | US$3.805 billion |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 8.37% |
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| List of Major Companies in the Microgreens Market |
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Microgreens Market Growth Drivers vs. Challenges
Drivers:
- Growing Interest in Sustainable and Organic Food: As demand for organic, pesticide-free, and sustainably grown food is increasing, microgreens are becoming more popular. Organic microgreens are grown with no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, which seems to catch the attention of eco-conscious consumers. Microgreens require less resources (water, energy, and land) than other crops, which makes them more lucrative sustainable agriculture options.
- Research and Government Initiatives in Support: Numerous governments and agricultural organizations are promoting urban farming, vertical farming, and sustainably grown crops through grants and training. Research studies that show the superior nutritional value of microgreens vs. their mature counterparts have helped increase public confidence and familiarity. Educational campaigns and collaboration with universities, agricultural organizations, and food companies will also help to promote scaling up.
Challenges:
- Limited Shelf Life and Storage Difficulties: Microgreens generally have a shelf life of 4–10 days depending on variety and storage. Microgreens are very fragile and are more likely to spoil, wilt, and lose nutrients when being transported and stored. Furthermore, that fact that many developing regions lack cold chain infrastructure also limits large-scale distribution and opportunities for export.
- Limited Infrastructure for Large-Scale Farming: Microgreens, in contrast to conventional crops, are primarily cultivated indoors or on a small scale. Their capacity to reliably meet the growing global demand is constrained by a lack of mechanization, standardization, and scalability. The market is fragmented and supply is irregular due to reliance on localized production and niche farmers.
Microgreens Market Developments
- Company Initiative: In June 2025, One of the leading players in the high-tech vertical farming industry, AeroFarms, is seeking to make their business successful by cultivating trendy products such as microgreens and berries.
- New Product Launch: In January 2025, AeroFarms, provider of microgreens to the U.S. retail market, and a Certified B Corporation, declared that it has achieved a breakthrough in a patented technology for growing nutrient-dense microgreens on a large scale and has gone beyond the demonstration stage with a vertical farming system that is climate-independent and financially sustainable.
Microgreens Market Segmentation
Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence has segmented the global Microgreens market based on type, farming, end user, and region:
Microgreens Market, By Type
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Cauliflower
- Peas
- Basil
- Others
Microgreens Market, By Farming
- Indoor Farming
- Commercial Greenhouses
- Vertical Farming
- Others
Microgreens Market, By End User
- Food & Beverage
- Cosmetics
- Others
Microgreens Market, By Region
- North America
- USA
- Canada
- Mexico
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Others
- Europe
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Others
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Others
Microgreens Market Key Players
- Madar Farms
- 2BFresh
- Chef’s Garden Inc
- Metro Microgreens
- North Florida Microgreens
- AeroFarms LLC
- Farmbox Greens LLC
- Fresh Origins
- Supple Agro (Microgreens)
- Ibiza Microgreens
About Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence (KSI)
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