The Netherlands actively engaged in seaweed farming and research

Seaweed farming is rapidly emerging as a promising industry in the Netherlands Currently, most seaweeds are produced in Asian countries, but Expected to reach 8 million tons by 2030 as it seeks to expand its market share in Europe Develop seaweed-based packaging materials and foods to find export opportunities The Netherlands is actively researching the potential of seaweed as a sustainable bio feedstock. In the Netherlands, bordered by the North Sea on its western coastline and the Wadden Sea on its northern coastline, seaweed farming can help protect and restore coasts, as well as provide a sustainable source of food, feed and biomaterials. It is a promising industry in the Netherlands with potential. Asian countries still lead the way in seaweed production, with 96% of global seaweed production being produced in Asian countries. According to UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) statistics, Asian seaweed production in 2019 accounted for 97.4% of the global seaweed ...