A study from Tufts University's Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy suggests that farming seaweed could help address hunger and malnutrition in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), particularly in coastal regions of Africa and Southeast Asia. The study, published in Global Food Security, highlights seaweed farming as a sustainable way to boost incomes and improve nutrition, requiring no land, freshwater, or chemical fertilizers. The demand for nutrient-rich seaweed products is expected to rise globally, offering profitability for farmers. Additionally, seaweed farming has a minimal carbon footprint and could help absorb carbon dioxide from the ocean. However, the study also notes challenges like ocean water becoming more acidic and a lack of processing infrastructure in LMICs. The authors recommend focusing on the steps from the farm to the consumer to overcome these challenges and emphasize the potential of seaweed aquaculture to combat food insecurity if the necessary support and investment are secured.