The Business of Aquaculture
Welcome to the Business of Aquaculture podcast! This is the podcast for the sustainable business movement in the aquafarming and ocean ranching industries. This podcast aims to amplify the voices of entrepreneurs addressing the UN Global Goals aka Sustainable Development Goal - SDG14 - to conserve and sustainably use the oceans and the seas. Listen in to fellow business aquaculturists in their journey in this new model of food production of making their business sustainable and help the ocean's ecology while also making a profit all at the same time. Get inspired to learn how even small to medium businesses can make an impact to save the seas, leave a legacy, and have a better quality of life. One of our goals is you take away a nugget of wisdom that will help your business move from the Industrial Revolution to Business 5.0. Our vision is that of collaboration in the aquaculture industry.
The Business of Aquaculture
Seaweed: Unlocking the Potential of the Blue Bioeconomy with Olavur Gregersen
In Season 10, Episode 3, we are thrilled to feature Olavur Gregersen, a trailblazing entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in seaweed cultivation and the blue bioeconomy. As the CEO and co-founder of Ocean Rainforest, Olavur leads one of Europe’s largest seaweed cultivation companies, with operations extending to California.
Prepare to be inspired as Olavur shares his wealth of knowledge and firsthand experiences in this fascinating industry. In this compelling episode, we’ll dive into:
🔹 The Evolution of Seaweed Farming: How the perception and significance of seaweed have grown over the decades, making it a key player in sustainable aquaculture.
🔹 Global Collaboration in Research: Insights into international partnerships, like the Horizon Europe project SeaMark, and their role in advancing seaweed innovation.
🔹 Navigating Diverse Markets: Challenges and strategies in addressing the regulatory and market differences between Europe and the United States.
Join us for an engaging conversation about the transformative potential of seaweed in tackling global challenges, from food security to climate change, and its critical role in the blue bioeconomy.
🌿 Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion with Olavur Gregersen, available this Friday!
Tune in, be inspired, and discover how seaweed is shaping the future of aquaculture and sustainability.
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