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6th Edition of
World Congress on Aquaculture, Fisheries & Marine Biology
October 8-10, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Global Seaweed Production and Trade
Global Seaweed Production and Trade
Global seaweed production and trade have witnessed significant growth, driven by demand in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Seaweed farming is highly productive and environmentally beneficial, as it absorbs carbon dioxide and provides habitats for marine life. Major producers like China, Indonesia, and South Korea lead in the cultivation of popular seaweeds such as nori, kelp, and carrageenan-producing varieties. Trade has expanded due to increased interest in plant-based products and sustainable resources. However, challenges in sustainability and ecosystem management call for responsible practices to ensure that seaweed farming remains beneficial for both local economies and the environment.
Committee Members
Joni Lee Giovanna Hesley
Emerita CropKing, United States
Perry Raso
Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States
Nguyen Quang Linh
Hue University, Vietnam WAC 2026 Speakers
Thomas Coates
Animal Research Initiative, United States
Adam Bell
Mote Marine Aquaculture, United States
Zoe Alexander
University of Maine, United States
Amit Das
Memorial University of Newfoundland, CanadaSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Utilizing art to enhance learning STEM subjects required for aquaculture
Joni Lee Giovanna Hesley, Emerita CropKing, United States
Title : Advancing disease resistance in largemouth bass: Effects of ß glucan on immunity and survival rates
Liang Liu, KEMIN, Belgium
Title : Antimicrobial resistance and biosecurity in aquaculture
Pani Prasad Kurcheti, Fisheries University, India
Title : Haringhata fish: A concept of responsible farming with sensible marketing for better livelihood and sustainable development
Subhas Das, The University of Burdwan, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (microsporidia and myxosporea) of mullet fish-potential objects of mariculture in the Black and Azov Seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of RAS, Russian Federation
Title : Shifting horizons in global ornamental fish trade: Trends, transitions, and emerging market dynamics
Atul Kumar Jain, Ornamental Fisheries Training and Research Institute, India