With pristine waters and a rich maritime ecosystem, Alaska offers an ideal setting for seaweed cultivation. With the state's abundant natural resources, over 33,000 miles of coastline, and strong tailwinds from federal and state organizations, there is a tremendous opportunity to further establish mariculture as an integral part of the state’s seafood industry.
The Alaska Mariculture Industry Overview, Fall 2024 by McKinley Research Group and Pacific Shellfish Institute is available below:
Dive into the Alaskan seaweed value chain in a 17-minute documentary video from Hatch’s in-field tour of coastal Alaska
Explore Alaska's seaweed industry value chain
Farmed species in Alaska
Alaska is home to a vast collection of kelp species. Kelps are large brown algae that make up the order of Laminariales. Farmers in Alaska are experimenting with different kelp species for farming. These species have different properties, taste profiles, and farming methods.