Sustainable Seaweed Cultivation in the Caribbean

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Seaweed aquaculture has been practiced on an artisanal scale in the Caribbean since the 1970s. The region’s rich biodiversity and favorable tropical climate has immense potential for a growing sustainable seaweed farming industry. Better Management Practices (BMPs) are used to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of operations. Working closely with partners across the region, The Nature Conservancy and The University of Chicago Marine Biological Laboratory developed region-specific BMPs to guide the management and further establishment of sustainable seaweed operations in the Caribbean.

During this webinar, we’ll hear from the guide’s authors as well as seaweed scientists and practitioners in Belize and Puerto Rico working to implement the BMPs. Join us afterwards for a discussion about our experiences and opportunities to get involved.