Seaweed farming and cultivation is one of the most common practices in coastal areas in various parts around the world. The seaweed industry is ever-growing because of its wide uses in various industries, as well as due to the very promising advantage being studied in scientific research. The most common use of seaweed is for food. Many people around the globe include seaweeds as part of their meals. There are also other seaweed food products that can be bought from the market. They are also used as additives in delicious dishes. Today, seaweeds are also being used in the field of medicine. Some seaweed species are used for the treatment and dressing of wounds. They are also cited as helpful substances for the cure of various diseases like tuberculosis, arthritis, colds and influenza and others. There are also other products that are derived from seaweeds like fertilizers, skin care products, and others.
International Seaweed Symposium
The International Seaweed Symposium (ISS) is held every three years under the auspices of the International Seaweed Association (ISA). It is the foremost international meeting on seaweed research and utilization. Scientific research plays a fundamental role in developing seaweed products and industries. The ISS provides a forum for scientists, technologists, industry and resource managers to present their latest research results and develop new synergies. UABC-IIO-ISS
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Pacific Seaweeds
By Louis D. Druehl
the authoritative guide to over 100 common species of seaweeds in the Pacific Northwest, ranging from the coastline of southeast Alaska to central California.
The Seaweed Book: How to Find and Have Fun with Seaweed
By Rose Treat
How to collect, identify and preserve seaweeds to make them very interesting gifts.
Seaweed Cultivation for Renewable Resources
By K.T. Bird and P.H. Benson
Discusses the art and technology of seaweed cultivation, as well the benefits that people can derive from it.