🌱 FIDAFAM SOP: MICROGREENS / BABY LEAF IN NFT SYSTEM

(Palak, Methi, Coriander using Cocopeat Pods)

🧰 SYSTEM SETUP

• NFT rectangular PVC channels
• Cocopeat pods (seed starters)
• Light nutrient solution (25–50%)
• Good airflow + partial shade

🕒 DAY 0 — SEED PREPARATION

• Methi: Soak 6–8 hrs
• Palak: Soak 8–10 hrs
• Coriander: Crush (split) + soak 12–16 hrs
• Drain and keep in cloth for 6–12 hrs (pre-sprouting)

🕒 DAY 1 — COCOPEAT POD PREPARATION

• Soak pods in water (5–10 min)
• Let expand fully
• Press lightly (remove excess water)
  ✅ Pods must be moist, NOT dripping

🕒 DAY 1 — SEED SOWING

• Place seeds on top of pod, press gently

Seeds per pod:

• Methi: 8–12 seeds
• Coriander: 6–8 (split seeds)
• Palak: 4–6 seeds

❌ Do not bury seeds deep

🕒 DAY 1–3 — GERMINATION (DARK PHASE)

• Cover with tray / black sheet
• Keep in dark area

Watering:

• No heavy watering
• Light spray only if dry

Duration:

• Methi: 2–3 days
• Palak: 3–5 days
• Coriander: 3–5 days

🕒 DAY 3–5 — SPROUT STAGE

• Remove cover
• Place in light (sunlight / LED 10–14 hrs/day)

🕒 TRANSFER TO NFT CHANNELS

When:

• Roots visible from pod bottom
• Small leaves appear

Timing:

• Methi: Day 3–4
• Palak: Day 4–6
• Coriander: Day 5–7

Steps:

1. Place pod into NFT hole/net cup
2. Ensure bottom touches nutrient flow

🕒 DAY 5–15 — GROWTH STAGE

• Maintain slow NFT flow
• Use mild nutrients (25–50%)
• Ensure airflow + avoid heat

✂️ HARVEST TIME

🔁 DAILY ROUTINE (10–15 MIN)

Morning:

• Check moisture
• Check water flow

Evening:

• Light watering if needed
• Check temperature

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES

❌ Do not overwater
❌ Do not overcrowd seeds
❌ Always split coriander seeds
❌ Avoid high water level in NFT

💰 PRO TIP

• Start new batch every 2–3 days
  👉 Ensures continuous harvest & income