Women Innovators in Slovenia - Farming Fact Sheet #065

Microgreens cultivation pioneer Sasa Križ founded Mikrozelene Šebenik in Slovenia, driving innovation in sustainable agriculture. Her company, now a key player in the local food scene, produces high-quality microgreens and edible dried flowers under the Bloomy brand. Despite early challenges in funding and technical expertise, the business thrived through resilience and innovation, creating four local jobs in Borovnica. The company played a pivotal role in promoting microgreen farming across Slovenia and the region, supporting educational initiatives in schools and kindergartens. Its success contributed to national policy recognition, with microgreens now featured in agricultural strategies and public health protocols. Sasa also expanded her impact internationally through English-language online courses, sharing knowledge in Croatia, Bulgaria, and Italy. The business survived the pandemic by reorganizing operations and maintaining its commitment to quality and sustainability. Funded by the European Union, the company continues to grow, with plans to secure its own premises and expand its online and wholesale offerings.