Agnirva Space Premier League - Expedition #31570: Microgreens in Microgravity: Young Scientists Explore Space Gardening

What happens when a group of curious young scientists from Hawai‘i sends microgreens to space? You get the NanoRacks-Girl Scouts of Hawai‘i-Microgreen Plant Growth experiment. Microgreens—tiny, edible young plants—are packed with nutrients and perfect for testing space agriculture.

The student researchers aimed to see how microgreens grow in microgravity aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Their work investigated light exposure, watering techniques, and seed germination under space conditions.

Their experiment yielded insights into which microgreens sprouted best, how long it took, and what the plants looked like compared to Earth-grown samples. Microgreens like radish and broccoli were observed closely, with results showing promising growth even in the unique ISS environment.

By taking part in such real-world research, these students showed that space farming isn’t just the job of astronauts and scientists—it’s a field open to anyone with curiosity and a vision for the future.

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