Hortimare News
Palmaria palmata Progress Update
After 3 years of dedicated research on Palmaria palmata, it’s time to share our progress! Land-based and Ocean-based cultivation both show great promise, and we are grateful for the collaboration with Cornish seaweed, and with Seaweedland.
An asparagopsis update
As we get ready for a potential steep increase in Asparagopsis demand, our team is focused on expanding our seedbanks and optimizing cultivation techniques. In partnership with Greener Grazing and more recently, Seaweedland, we aim to use this red seaweed as a feed additive to reduce methane emissions from livestock.
Kicking off the COMBO project
Hortimare recently visited Galway University to kick off an exciting project called COMBO. This project offers valuable insights and explores various molecular techniques to enhance seaweed and sponge cultivation. It is led by Prof. Olivier Thomas, from the University of Galway.
Building Macrocystis farming communities in Chile
While cultivation technology has been progressing, it’s confronting to see many farmers still struggling to sell their harvest in Europe. Interestingly, a professional processing industry is already established in Chile, supplied by wild harvesting (96%).
Kelp seedlings
Do you ever wonder how many pairs of eyes have checked our seaweed seedlings before they make their way to the seaweed farmers? With kelp delivery season in full swing, it’s a good time shed light on those light-brown containers we send out each year.