This startup cultivates various species of seaweed using sustainable aquaculture methods that minimize chemical inputs and waste generation while conserving water resources. By creating marine habitats that enhance biodiversity, the company supports environmental conservation and economic development for local communities along the coast of Western Australia.
Funding
$790K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Methane emissions from cattle and other ruminant livestock contribute significantly to climate change. Traditional agricultural practices often lack sustainable methods to reduce these emissions effectively.
Solution
Fremantle Seaweed cultivates Asparagopsis, a red seaweed species, through sustainable aquaculture to serve as a methane-reducing feed supplement for cattle. Asparagopsis has demonstrated the ability to reduce methane emissions from livestock by over 80%. By growing Asparagopsis at scale in marine environments, the company supports cattle farmers in adopting sustainable practices, contributing to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and promoting marine biodiversity. The company operates a marine farm utilizing a 32ha aquaculture lease with consistent water and nutrient flow.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes cattle farmers and other ruminant livestock producers seeking to reduce methane emissions and adopt sustainable agricultural practices.
Features
- Sustainable aquaculture methods minimizing chemical inputs and waste generation
- Cultivation of Asparagopsis seaweed, a natural methane inhibitor for ruminant livestock
- Marine habitat creation to enhance biodiversity
- Partnership with FutureFeed to scale Asparagopsis production
- Commercial-scale feedlot trials to validate methane reduction