The article highlights the growing interest in seaweed cultivation on the West Coast, as reflected by the high registration numbers for the inaugural Seaweed Days conference by Cascadia Seaweed. The conference, which has attracted high-profile speakers including federal and provincial politicians, aims to promote seaweed farming as a sustainable way to benefit the economy and environment. The United Nations Global Compact has also launched a coalition to support a safe and sustainable seaweed industry, citing benefits such as food security, carbon capture, biodiversity support, and job creation. The conference will cover various aspects of seaweed farming, including its potential in creating bioplastics and reducing methane emissions. A professional development workshop and demos for various applications of seaweed are also part of the conference.