The Many Benefits of Kelp Farming: Beyond Sustainability

Kelp farming provides a multitude of environmental, nutritional, economic and social benefits that support sustainability efforts. Kelp acts as a natural carbon sink to mitigate climate change. It provides habitat for marine biodiversity. Kelp is nutrient-dense and high in iodine. Aquaculture enterprises create jobs and local development. However, scaling up kelp farming requires research into sustainable practices. With innovation, kelp aquaculture can expand as a sustainable food source, combat climate change, support livelihoods and restore ocean ecosystems.