[Zanzibar] A ‘cluster research’ model that worked for seaweed growers in Zanzibar should be widely adopted, says Flower Msuya. Continue reading Seaweed farmers profit from direct line to research
Category Archives: Seaweed farming
Seaweed farming is the practice of cultivating and harvesting seaweed. In its simplest form, it consists of the management of naturally found batches. In its most advanced form, it consists of fully controlling the life cycle of the seaweed.
The killing of sea turtles in Semporna – James M. Alin
[Malaysia] On Friday January 15, 2016, the pictures of six carcasses of sea turtle went viral via social media. At least six carcasses were seen floating between Laut Silapag and Laut Sanggaban, Continue reading The killing of sea turtles in Semporna – James M. Alin
Shellfish farming becomes million-dollar industry in Alaska
[USA] Alaska’s mariculture industry has passed some milestones and is getting set to head into the weeds.
Aquatic farming was approved by Alaska lawmakers in 1988 and topped $1 million in shellfish sales for the first time in 2014. Continue reading Shellfish farming becomes million-dollar industry in Alaska
Interest drops in seaweed farming
[Fiji] The seaweed farming project initiated by the Fisheries Department in Namuka, Macuata had failed because people lost interest in the initiative forcing the department to move their focus elsewhere. Continue reading Interest drops in seaweed farming
North Kalimantan offers seaweed to Malaysia
[Indonesia, Malaysia] The provincial government of North Kalimantan has offered to sell seaweed to the royal government of Malaysia for Continue reading North Kalimantan offers seaweed to Malaysia
Alaska shellfish growers learn about seaweed farming
[USA] With edible kelp driving a $5 billion industry worldwide, Alaska shellfish farmers are exploring seaweed as the next step in their small industry. Continue reading Alaska shellfish growers learn about seaweed farming
Israeli company sees potential in clean seaweed
[Israel] For some time now, seaweed has garnered a reputation as one of the most nutrient-dense foods available, but the problem marketers Continue reading Israeli company sees potential in clean seaweed
Losing interest in seaweed farming due to climate change
[Fiji] The impact of climate change has, to some extent, affected seaweed farming in the North resulting in farmers losing interest in the trade. Continue reading Losing interest in seaweed farming due to climate change
Samar-based NGO finalist in Project Inspire 2015
[Philippines, Singapore] Northern Samar-based social enterprise Sentro ha Pagpauswag ha Panginabuhi (Center for Local Economy Development) or SSPI, Continue reading Samar-based NGO finalist in Project Inspire 2015
Seaweed cultivation ushers waves of change in the Sundarbans
[India] In Bengal’s mangrove forests, the effects of climate change are forcing men to leave their families in search of work. Continue reading Seaweed cultivation ushers waves of change in the Sundarbans