National Sprout Day

National Sprout Day is a dedicated celebration of sprouts – those nutritious, young seedlings in their first two weeks of life that pack a powerful nutritional punch. This day promotes eating sprouts, growing them at home, and educating others about their countless benefits.

Quick Facts

When is it: July 23rd annually
Tagged as: Food & Health
What’s the hashtag: #NationalSproutDay
When was it founded: July 2021
Who founded it: Sproutman

History of National Sprout Day

The day was established to honor Steve “the Sproutman” Meyerowitz’s birthday, who dedicated over 40 years of his life educating people about sprouts’ benefits. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy continues through this day which celebrates these nutrient-rich greens that can have up to 40 times more nutrients than their full-grown counterparts.

Timeline

Ancient Times: Mediterranean people ate sprouted cabbage
1773: First documented use of sprouts
2021: National Sprout Day established
2022: First official celebration

Dates 2025-2030

Year	Month and Date	Day
2025	July 23	Wednesday
2026	July 23	Thursday
2027	July 23	Friday
2028	July 23	Saturday
2029	July 23	Sunday
2030	July 23	Monday

How It’s Observed

People celebrate by eating sprouts, starting their own sprouting projects at home, sharing sprouts with others, and spreading awareness about their health benefits. Many organize workshops and educational sessions about sprouting techniques.

Fun Facts About Sprouts

Sprouts can have up to 40x more nutrients than mature vegetables
They’re nature’s most powerful multivitamin
One stalk can produce 60-100 sprouts
They support both social and environmental sustainability
Sprouts can be grown year-round without soil

Quiz

Q: What makes sprouts so nutritious?
A: They are baby greens in their first two weeks of life, naturally full of easy-to-absorb vitamins, minerals, and enzymes