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ReviewFood chemistry: X2024

Emergence of microgreens as a valuable food, current understanding of their market and consumer perception: A review.

Aishvina Singh, Jyoti Singh, Sawinder Kaur, Mahendra Gunjal, Jaspreet Kaur, Vikas Nanda, Riaz Ullah, Sezai Ercisli, Prasad Rasane

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Review in Food chemistry: X, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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9 authors.

Aishvina SinghDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.
Jyoti SinghDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.
Sawinder KaurDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.
Mahendra GunjalDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.
Jaspreet KaurDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.
Vikas NandaSant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Sangrur, Punjab 148106, India.
Riaz UllahMedicinal Aromatic and Poisonous Plants Research Center College of Pharmacy, King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Sezai ErcisliDepartment of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Ataturk University, Erzurum 25240, Türkiye.
Prasad RasaneDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Green leafy vegetables, especially microgreens are gaining popularity due to their high nutritional profiles, rich phytochemical content, and intense flavors. This review explores the growing commercial market for microgreens, especially in upscale dining and premium grocery outlets, highlighting consumer perceptions and their effect on market dynamics. Apart from these, the effect of modern agricultural methods that maximize the growth of microgreens is also examined. The value is anticipated to increase significantly, according to market predictions, from $1.7 billion in 2022 to $2.61 billion by 2029. Positive consumer views on microgreens health benefits drive this growth, although challenges such as varying levels of consumer awareness and income disparities affect sales. The review underscores the need for targeted research and strategic initiatives to enhance consumer understanding and improve cultivation methods to support market expansion in upcoming years.

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Bioactive compoundsFood industryHealth benefitsHistoryMarketingMicrogreensPerception

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PMCPMC11225695

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