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Growing Organic Buckwheat Groats Sprout Seeds

Using a seed sprouting jar, sprouting tray, or hemp sprout bag, add about a quarter of a cup of organic Buckwheat Groats sprout seeds to a container and allow seeds an initial soaking in water for 30 minutes (up to 2 hours). After the initial soak, add to a sprouting jar or bag and rinse the Buckwheat 2-3x per day followed by a quick drain. Do not allow the water to sit on the sprouts. Rinse seeds 2-3x per day for 3 days. This will keep the Buckwheat sprouts fresh, tender, and hydrated without oversaturating them. Keep them away from direct light. A countertop away from a window would be perfect. Begin harvest when they are about ½ to 1 inch long, usually 1-3 days.

If using the tray method, spread onto thin layer in a sprouting tray. Rinse or add water 2x per day, or follow sprouting tray instructions. Harvest in 1-3 days or as desired

Benefits of Organic Buckwheat Groats Sprouts

Buckwheat sprouting seeds grow a fiber-rich sprout fortified with Vitamins B, C, and K, folic acid, and protein. Buckwheat Groats Sprouts also contain enzymes that help us to digest our food better. The fiber they contain is soluble fiber, which is crucial in maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal tract. They also contain antioxidants that can prevent cancer. Sprouting buckwheat before eating it can actually increase the amount of essential amino acids they contain.

Please note that some have expressed concerns about eating large quantities of buckwheat greens. Cases of severe allergic reactions to buckwheat and buckwheat-containing products have been reported. Buckwheat contains fluorescent phototoxic fagopyrins, which can cause fagopyrism in people with diets based on high consumption of buckwheat sprouts, flowers, or fagopyrin-rich buckwheat extracts.

Culinary Tips

Mix these delicious sprouts with roasted vegetables and hearty greens for a well-rounded and incredibly nutrient-dense salad to fuel anybody. Use them as a side dish in place of rice or orzo to boost a meal. Eat them raw as a snack for a quick healthy carbohydrate fix!

Stories From Our Gardeners

"Buckwheat can be a great substitute for those who need to be gluten-free but are wanting something similar to wheat berries. The sprouts have very similar nutritional content but without all the gluten!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

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Seeds per Package:

• 16 oz - Approximately 17,600 Seeds
• 2.5 lb - Approximately 44,000 Seeds
• 4.5 lb - Approximately 79,200 Seeds
• 30 lb - Approximately 528,000 Seeds

Non-GMO Organic Buckwheat Groats sprouting seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.