Seaweed

The Australian seaweed industry is small but is growing rapidly. Food products make up the vast majority of market value, followed by industrial extracts such as alginate and carrageenan, which are used in everyday food and personal care products. In addition to these uses, seaweed biomass is also used for animal feed, fertilisers, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products and biofuels. Momentum is building rapidly with new commercial players entering the space and there is significant need for targeted research to drive growth.

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Blueprint for a $billion Australian seaweed industry

AgriFutures Australia has announced a new project with the Australian Seaweed Institute to develop the blueprint for the emerging seaweed industry in Australia. The industry is forecast to create new coastal jobs, help to protect and regenerate waterways and contribute to greenhouse gas reduction.

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SEAWEED / 11.09.24

Red seaweed could become Australia’s ‘wheat of the coastline’ with new cultivation manual

Opportunities for the commercial cultivation of a methane-mitigating seaweed species have been boosted through new research funded by AgriFutures Australia.

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SEAWEED / 17.07.24

AgriFutures Australia’s research reveals the practicalities of using seaweed in agriculture

Australia’s extensive temperate coastline and ancient land position it as one of the world’s most biodiverse regions for seaweeds. Featuring a diverse array of species, these marine organisms offer a rich composition of protein, carbohydrates, fibre, fatty acids, and minerals, earning them the moniker of agriculture’s ‘green gold’.

4 min read

SEAWEED / 24.11.22

Student of the ocean relishes diverse experiences as Horizon Scholar

Growing up in the unique environment of Coffs Harbour with the ocean on his doorstep and a Marine Science Centre nearby, it’s no surprise that Horizon Scholar, Luke Austin developed a passion for aquaculture, innovation and stewardship.

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