Seaweed: Unlocking the Potential of the Blue Bioeconomy with Olavur Gregersen

The Business of Aquaculture

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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