Mung Bean (Sprouts)

Facts about Mung Bean
The taste
Mild, nutty, fresh 
Germination
1 to 2 days 
Growth until harvest
3 to 4 days
Nitrogen requirements
low - weak eater 
pH range
6.0 - 7.0   suitable plants
Ec - area
1.2 - 1.8   suitable fish
Size
up to 4.5 cm 
Mung bean sprouts
Cultivation
Soaking the seeds
For 8 to 12 hours 
Growth medium
- Stainless steel sprout sieve 
 - Sprouts made of glass or plastic 
 - Trays, perforated, different sizes available 
Light
Not necessary, dark germs 
Germination temperature
24°C - 25°C 
irrigation
- Flood and drain 2 to 3 times a day, spray surface with water spray in the morning and evening if dry
Preferred system
Ebb - flood systems
Nutritional values ​​per 100g
Calories
31 kcal 
Carbohydrates
6.2g 
Proteins
3.2g
Fibers
1.9g
Vitamin C
13.7 mg
Potassium
155 mg
Sodium 
6.2 mg
Calcium
13.5 mg
Iron 
0.9 mg
Fat
0.2g
Steps of cultivation
  1. First wash the seeds briefly and then place them in clear, cool water  
  2. Soak for 8 to 12 hours 
  3. After soaking, transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice 
  4. The sprouts must be soaked with water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate 
  5. After 3 to 4 days they are ready to harvest
  6. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place

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