"Facilitating research of this nature will be key for the development of sustainable aquaculture in this area," says Roberson. "We have tested similar farm designs in New England and Alaska, but this will be the first test of the array in warm tropical waters where we expect higher fouling rates from other marine organisms, UV damage, and threats from hurricanes." Unlike kelp cultivation, which is usually seasonal, tropical seaweed farming can support year-round harvesting.

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May 15, 2021 at 12:41AM