Seaweed Sweden

Swedish seaweed farming has seen significant development over the past decade, with research and commercial initiatives focusing on species such as Saccharina latissima (kelp), Ulva fenestrata (sea lettuce), and Palmaria palmata (dulse). These efforts aim to explore diverse applications ranging from food to biomaterials. Recent advancements include breakthroughs in cultivating multiple seaweed species and expanding production. While Sweden has made strides in seaweed farming, challenges remain, including the need for further product development, market expansion, and technological innovation, all of which will contribute to this exciting sector's potential growth.

Seaweed Connections in Sweden

Koastal

University of Gothenburg

Nordic Seafarm