January Advantage | Johnny's Asian Greens — Beyond Salad Mix

10 World-Class Asian Greens to Grow — Plus 5 Easy Recipes [10 World-Class Asian Greens to Grow — Plus 5 Easy Recipes] [Johnny's Selected Seeds Website] Grower's Newsletter | January 2017 [Johnny's Asian Greens] [Local Growers at a Japanese Farmers' Market] [Johnny's Asian Greens] [10 Greens + 5 Recipes] Years ago, we noticed a dearth of seed for Asian vegetables this side of the Pacific and set out traveling throughout Asia to source seed for varieties which to many, at the time, seemed exotic. Over the years our journeys have led us to develop a comprehensive assortment of Asian greens, to provide both home cooks and professional chefs with just about any green he or she may desire. To ensure top-notch seed quality, we established relationships with only the best suppliers, both domestic and Asian. Our palates may have gone global since then, but these greens can still be difficult to find in many areas — despite being prized by elite chefs and home cooks alike for their beauty, culinary adaptability, and above all, unique flavor. Asian greens are also fast-growing, easy to grow, phytonutrient-rich and, for the most part, easy to prepare. All good reasons to grow your own. Here are 10 common and not-so-common Asian greens from our broad assortment, plus 5 simple recipes you can prepare in just minutes... [Learn More] [Premium Asian Greens Mix] [Greens for All Growers] [A 30Tiered Greens Marketing Approach] Greens are relatively quick, easy crops that can be grown year-round to meet increasing demand for fresh, locally-grown produce. With proper variety selection and scheduling, greens can become your foundation crop — bringing in steady income without a lot of fuss. "Greens" include a wide diversity of leafy green crops. Many types are best grown in the cool conditions of spring and fall, and in the winter hoophouse, but others can be planted and harvested throughout the summer. The key to success with greens is to match your production to your capacities and market, then educate customers to increase sales. Here is a three-tiered approach to greens production by level of complexity, with some quick tips for differentiating yourself… [Learn More] [Pac Choi Variety Comparison] [Pac Choi Comparison Chart] The delicate, mustardy grace note of this tender vegetable with Chinese origins lends itself well to a variety of stir-fries, noodle bowls, and soups, as well as myriad other Asian classic and fusion dishes. From mini to full-size, pickled or air-dried, nutrient-rich Pac Choi can be used in countless ways at any stage of development. Use our [Pac Choi Comparison Chart] to choose which varieties to grow, on the basis of their days to maturity, stalk and leaf color, and relative plant size at maturity. [Learn More] Featured This Month [Precision Vacuum Seeder] Save 10%! Precision Vacuum Seeder Accurately seed a whole tray at once. Order now so it's ready when you are! [Shop Now] Culinary Breeding Network Founder Lane Selman Visits Johnny's [Culinary Breeding Network Founder Lane Selman] Opening the Door Behind the Farm to Connect Consumers with Breeders & Growers "...The Johnny's team sees the benefit of including a wider range of stakeholders in the breeding conversation, as it will allow them to create more relevant and desirable varieties for both farmers and eaters. I believe the more these stakeholders understand and feel engaged in the breeding process, the stronger and more resilient our food system will become." [Learn MOre] 'Happy Rich' Mini Broccoli Video [Happy Rich Mini Broccoli] 'Happy Rich' Mini Broccoli is one our Vegetable Product Manager, Lauren Giroux's favorites, and a staple in her home garden. Watch our new video and learn why... [Watch Video] Connect With Us [facebook] [twitter] [youtube] [instagram] [pinterest] You're receiving this email because you subscribed at [JohnnySeeds.com]. We promise to protect your information. For more information see our [Privacy Policy]. © 2017 Johnny’s Selected Seeds 13 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine 1-877-564-6697 [Unsubscribe] | [View in Browser]