Purchasing Practices: Guide for First-Time Kelp Buyers

This is a comprehensive roadmap for emerging kelp processors and buyers to learn about the domestic seaweed industry and direct partnerships with farmers. It draws from more than 80 resources, insights from 25 active kelp farmers and buyers, and conversations with direct trade experts.The guide contains information about the functional benefits and applications of seaweed for food, biostimulants, animal feed, materials, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. It also features a sourcing specifications worksheet and best practices for building direct partnerships with farmers.