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  • Grow4Health

    Grow4Health

    Say hi to Siok-Hong!

    About Grow4Health

    In 1984, after 4 years in the US, I graduated from Texas A&M at Galveston Moody campus with a Bachelor of Science degree and started a professional degree in the environmental industry as a chemist and later on as a project manager managing software deployment overseas. Fast track to present day, I am back in the environmental industry working on Rcra / EPA waste disposal. In 2017 I tinkered with growing microgreens while between jobs. Over 5 years later, I run a part time microgreens farmers market business and thoroughly enjoy it. In a few years, when I retire from my professional world, this part time gig will ease into full time. A nice ending to doing what I love.

    When did you first get started?

    2018

    What inspired you to start your business?

    I wanted to grow my own healthy food.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    Wasabi mustard microgreens and my Kamut Energy bars.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    1962 — I came into this world at a hospital in a small city called Sarikei on Borneo island.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    I love growing obviously. I run, do dragon boat, love to cook, and love helping people source great food. I also love traveling and watching nature shows.

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    Get your FREE Don’t Buy Food From Strangers Loyalty Punch Card at the GOFM Info booth to learn more!

  • The Mushroom Factory

    The Mushroom Factory

    Say hi to Brenda & Frank!

    About The Mushroom Factory

    Frank grew up in a small town with deep farming roots and Brenda, having grown up in Houston, always dreamed of having some land to grow her own food and raise some livestock. When they met, they quickly realized that they shared a dream and set out to grow healthy and delicious food, not just for themselves but for their community.

    When did you first get started?

    We started The Mushroom Factory in 2019.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Our love of farming and the desire to chart our own path.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    I have a soft spot for Oysters and Shiitake. They were the first mushrooms we learned to grow.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    Frank was born and raised in Canada and Brenda was born in Chicago but raised in Texas.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    I (Brenda) am a first generation farmer!

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    Get your FREE Don’t Buy Food From Strangers Loyalty Punch Card at the GOFM Info booth to learn more!

  • Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Say hi to Elyzert (Ely) Ngouelet!

    About sustainable vegetable garden

    My name is Elyzert Ngouelet, born in the Republic of Congo, Central Africa. I grew up in the back side of the country, in a small town named Mossendjo, where growing vegetables and breeding are the main activities. I came to America in 2007, attended Houston Community College ESL program from 2008-2010, and attended Houston Community College (Instrumentation and Processes) industry from 2010-2014.

    When did you first get started?

    In 2016 with the assistance of USDA through a small financial aide for material acquisition.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Attending various orientations on business in Houston Community College inspired me to grow vegetables as a business as it was possible with small financing.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    Cotton Seed meal is my favorite fertilizer.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    The Republic of Congo.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    Don’t eat, feed your body.

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    Get your FREE Don’t Buy Food From Strangers Loyalty Punch Card at the GOFM Info booth to learn more!

  • Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Sustainable Vegetable Garden

    Ely moved to the U.S. from the Republic of Congo twelve years ago, and he’s farmed his whole life–which shows in the high-quality of his crops! Ely is one of our vendors and operates Sustainable Vegetable Garden. Based in Missouri City, Texas, Ely has brought tons of seasonal vegetables to GOFM’s Sunday market.

    Accepts: Cash, Credit, SNAP, BonusBucks

    GOFM To-Go Site: gofmtogo.com/collections/sustainable-garden

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