Selling Dried Herbs Profitably
Selling dried herbs can be highly profitable. First, choose herbs to grow based on market demand, space, soil type, and climate. Basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and parsley are popular. Second, harvest herbs at peak for maximum flavor and oil content. Cut in the morning once the dew is gone. Avoid bruising leaves. Hang bunches to dry, away from direct sun. Third, package dried herbs in heat-sealed bags or glass jars. Sell under the brand name.
Packaging Dried Herbs
Packaging – For the beginner, we recommend putting his dried herbs and savory seed into the small poly or cello bags that can be heat-sealed and then stapled to heavy cardboard cards. This is inexpensive packaging and if neatly assembled it is effective and will sell a lot of herbs.
Profitable Herbs and Market
The increased popularity and interest in herbs means they are potentially one of the most profitable crops for your market garden or permaculture homestead. Now is a great time to start herb farming and grow herbs for profit. In this article, you will learn the best herbs to grow for profit, how to start an herb business, and where to sell your herbs.
Where to Sell Medicinal Herbs
e-charak is an online marketplace for the sale of medicinal plants. You will require a drying facility to process dried herbs, which you can easily build at the location. These can be stored till the market is ready, packaged, and sold under your brand name. Seasoning mixes/ Salad dressings/ teas/ Herbal drinks- You can also process value-added products and start selling them online under a brand name.
Package and Sell Wisely
Using zipper-top bags to package herbs can work well if you keep them cool and dark, but be aware that if they’re exposed to direct sun, tender herbs like cilantro and basil will quickly turn black. Coolers work well not just to store your herbs but to display your wares as well.
Making Profits and Selling Fresh Herbs
Selling herbs can be profitable, and you don’t need a large area to get started. One of the best things about growing herbs is that they have many uses and are often also easy to grow. You can use herbs for medicinal, culinary, cosmetic, ornamental, or fragrant purposes.
More Fresh Herb Selling Tips
Here are eight suggestions to sell even more fresh herbs:
- Resealable food packaging is the best packaging for spices since these food pouch bags offer barrier protection against outside moisture and odors.
Dried Herbs and Usage
Mixed herbs are just right for boosting the flavor of pasta sauces, soups, stews, stuffing, bread, marinades, butter, salad dressings, stocks, vinegars, vinaigrettes, and even some desserts, drinks, and confectionaries.
Keeping Fresh Herbs from Wilting
Loosely wrap your hard, woody herbs in a slightly damp paper towel to keep your herbs moist enough so they don’t dry out. Place in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator or resealable bag to restrict oxygen from entering and avoid wilting.
Selling Herbs from Your Garden
Dried herbs are a great way to sell them. Many herbs look entirely different once they are dried and put in a container. More customers will try something new if they can taste/smell it first.