Seaweed Farming explores the vast potential of seaweed cultivation as a sustainable solution to pressing global issues like food security and climate change. This book examines how seaweed farming, an ancient practice, is being revitalized to address 21st-century challenges, highlighting its role as a nutritious food source and a vital tool for marine ecosystem restoration. It details the biological aspects of various seaweed species, their nutritional makeup, and their environmental needs, while also tracing the historical roots of seaweed farming from East Asia to its global spread.
The book progresses systematically, starting with core scientific concepts related to seaweed biology and cultivation techniques. It then delves into practical aspects, examining various farming methods, economic considerations, and the environmental impacts of seaweed farming, including its capacity to mitigate climate change and improve water quality.
The text uniquely integrates scientific research with practical applications and economic insights, making it valuable for students, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in sustainable food systems. It also addresses the challenges of scaling up seaweed farming, such as sustainable resource management and regulatory frameworks.
