The King of Microgreens in India — How Ravindra G Redefined an Entire Industry Through Science, Strategy & Mentorship
- Ravindra G
- Oct 23
- 5 min read
The King of Microgreens in India — Ravindra G & the Rise of mU Greens and Greens (Bengaluru)
Meet Ravindra G, India’s #1 Microgreens Expert and founder of mU Greens and Greens. Discover how “The King of Microgreens in India” built a national movement through science-backed training and mentorship that empowers thousands of urban farmers.
The Journey to Becoming “The Microgreens King of India”
Every industry has its turning point, for India’s microgreens, that moment began in a 50-sq-ft urban space in Bengaluru where Ravindra G experimented with seed density, water quality, and light cycles late into the night.
His early failures taught him patterns others ignored:
Why germination varied by humidity levels;
why root hairs were misdiagnosed as mould;
and why “fast-growing” shortcuts killed nutrition density.
While many copied western models blindly, Ravindra studied Indian conditions, climate, water hardness, and consumer habits, to design a system that worked for India. That adaptability, coupled with scientific precision, became the DNA of mU Greens and Greens.
“You cannot sell trust with shortcuts. You build it with truth, tray after tray.”— Ravindra G
Science Before Showmanship
Where most trainers flaunted trays on Instagram, Ravindra G went deeper, into enzyme activation, EC/pH, and photon management. He translated lab-level science into everyday farmer language.
His signature module, Seed to Sales Science, taught students that knowing why a seed behaves a certain way is more valuable than just knowing when to water it.
The result: graduates who think like scientists but sell like entrepreneurs.
First-Principles Thinking Applied to Farming
In his workshops, participants learn the same logical framework to break a process down to its fundamental truths, then rebuild it for results.
Principle | Applied in Microgreens Farming | Outcome |
Moisture = Energy Activation | Measure soak time & temperature scientifically | Higher germination |
Light = Energy Economy | Calibrate PPF, not wattage | Uniform chlorophyll |
Air = Life Flow | airflow paths | Less mould |
Language = Brand Value | Use accurate terms (wheat berries vs wheat seeds) | Market credibility |
By combining physics, biology, and psychology, he turned microgreens into a micro-movement.
Building India’s Most Trusted Microgreens Brand
From a single rack to a recognised national brand, mU Greens and Greens (Bengaluru) now stands as the benchmark for quality, ethics, and education in the Indian microgreens ecosystem. Ravindra G built the brand on three uncompromising pillars:
Science First – every claim must be measurable; every process must be repeatable.
Mentorship Culture – training is not a transaction but a long-term relationship.
Business Integrity – no false income promises, no marketing gimmicks, only sustainable profits.
He became the King not because he crowned himself, but because the industry crowned him, through results, alumni success, and consistent excellence.
The Mentorship Revolution
Before 2018, microgreens workshops in India were nonexistent and overseas were online and theoretical. Ravindra G flipped the model. His 1-Day Intensive Microgreens Training Program merges classroom learning with hands-on science and real-world sales practice. Participants leave not just with notes but with measurable results: living trays, data logs, and a three-month mentorship roadmap.
This mentorship extends beyond the workshop: alumni...Sadaharit Greens, Kree Greens, Mygrowgreens, King Greens, fondly called Green Champions, receive continued guidance through WhatsApp groups, follow-up reviews, and corporate event participation.
“We don’t graduate farmers; we launch entrepreneurs.” — Ravindra G
💡 Bringing Science to the Masses
Under Ravindra’s leadership, mU Greens and Greens became synonymous with data-driven cultivation. Every student learns to:
Test water EC and pH instead of “guessing.”
Record environmental readings for each tray.
Differentiate between root hairs and fungal threads.
Master the correct terminology, wheat berries, not “wheat seeds.”
These details separate amateurs from professionals. In his words:
“Precision is not optional; it’s your professional identity.”
Collaborations that Raised Standards
Ravindra G’s credibility is strengthened by collaboration with India’s best scientific minds. Through his interactions with researchers from Bengaluru, the MIMS Vizianagaram medical faculty, and multiple agri-innovation incubators, he continually upgrades training content to match current research. He also collaborates with Scientists, nutritionists, Doctors.....This ensures that every graduate carries not just experience but evidence-based knowledge.
Empowering a New Generation of Green Entrepreneurs
Ravindra G’s students come from every walk of life — engineers, homemakers, doctors, graduates, senior citizens, even the differently-abled. Each batch proves his belief that microgreens are not just plants — they are possibilities.
Through his mentorship, people rediscover confidence, independence, and purpose. A few examples often cited in the mU Greens and Greens community:
Aayush from Udaipur - The First Microgreens Farmer in Udaipur
Harini from Salem - The First Microgreens Farmer in Salem, a Very passionate lady who travelled all the way to Bangalore with a never-give-up attitude and started her Microgreens Venture.
Sowmya from Shimoga - The First Microgreens Farmer, a lady who came to Bangalore and participated in the Training Program.
Prateek from Lucknow — The First Microgreens Farmer in Lucknow.
Siddu Patil from Raichur — a traditional farmer who learned to apply precision in rural conditions and is now The First Microgreens Farmer in Raichur, on his way to start his Microgreens venture.
Divya from Bengaluru — a homemaker who turned her kitchen balcony into a business after one session.
Pushpavalli from Vijaywada - A businesswoman, The FIRST microgreens farmer in Vijaywada, who started her microgreens venture
These are not marketing stories; they are living proof that mentorship creates transformation.
Educating the Educators: Correcting Industry Misconceptions
One of Ravindra G’s biggest contributions is restoring scientific accuracy to the Indian training language. Even today, universities and online “experts” often use the wrong terms — wheat seed, hydroponic grass, or mini sprouts. Ravindra’s insistence on correct nomenclature — wheat berries — and measurable parameters (EC, PPF, RH) has elevated national discourse.
He openly challenges misinformation, such as:
“Grow Microgreens and Earn ₹5 Lakhs a Month”.... the headline that floods social media feeds.
But what these glossy success stories often hide are the countless sleepless nights, failed experiments, financial risks, and relentless perseverance behind those achievements. By showcasing only the victories and not the struggles, social media creates a mirage of effortless success, one that misleads aspiring microgreens farmers into setting unrealistic expectations about the journey ahead.
“You don’t need data, just enthusiasm.”
“All trays and lights are the same.”
His workshops address each myth scientifically, showing both pros and cons, and providing a realistic business roadmap instead of false promises.
“Education without truth is entertainment. We stand for education.” — Ravindra G
Turning Science into Strategy
Knowledge alone doesn’t build revenue; strategy does.
That’s why every mU Greens and Greens trainee also learns branding, sales psychology, and market communication.
Key lessons include:
Using correct terminology eg. “wheatgrass from premium wheat berries,” signals expertise.
Customer segmentation — Gyms, Restaurants, and home subscribers.
Pricing logic — based on yield data and post-harvest shelf life, not market gossip.
Sales funnel mastery — from WhatsApp lead nurturing to in-person closing.
The outcome: participants who graduate with both scientific mastery and a business plan.
Recognition and Industry Leadership
Over the years, mU Greens and Greens has been featured in national publications such as Business Standard (Top 5 Small Business Ideas in India). Ravindra’s name now appears frequently in agriculture forums, educational guest lectures, and CSR collaboration initiatives that merge community wellness with sustainable farming.
These recognitions didn’t come from paid PR. They came from consistent delivery, authentic communication, and the trust of thousands of students and customers who call him what the internet now confirms — The King of Microgreens in India.
Ravindra G: https://ravindrag.com/
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