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S.E.A.W.E.E.D.S. 2026 will host an exclusiveBusiness Meet and a Roundtable Discussionfor seaweed business partners, startups, andcultivators. This is a unique opportunity to formpartnerships and plan the future of the industry.
Additionally, organizers provides various Branding Opportunities for partners to increase theirvisibility and show their commitment to the blueeconomy. Further details, including the venueand date/time, will be updated soon on the official symposium website.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

  • Plenary Lectures by global leaders in algal research and marine policy
  • Mini Symposia Mini Symposia on specific application areas like biotechnology, blue carbon, and industrial processing
  • Interaction with seaweed farmers
  • Hands-on Workshops on cultivation, genomics, value addition, and restoration
  • Roundtables involving policymakers, entrepreneurs, and researchers
  • Exhibition Pavilion showcasing industry, start-ups, and student innovations
  • Business Meet & Branding opportunities, for national and international firms
  • Release of a Vision Document: “India’s Seaweed Roadmap 2030”

S.E.A.W.E.E.D.S. 2026 is envisioned as a landmark initiative that will bring transformative change in the way India views, values, and utilizes seaweeds. By bridging science, society, and sustainability, the symposium will catalyze efforts to build a seaweed
sector that is not just productive but also planet-positive and peoplecentric.

Hosting the International Seaweed Symposium in India presents an unprecedented opportunity to position the nation, and specifically Kerala, at
the forefront of the global seaweed revolution. By fostering a collaborative environment, particularly through active engagement with other research organizations, we can unlock the immense potential of India’s abundant seaweed resources, bolster
government initiatives, enhance the awareness and availability of functional food products, and contribute significantly to sustainable economic
growth and environmental stewardship. The strong academic foundation and research contributions of
institutions such as KUFOS further solidify India’s capability to host such a prestigious international event. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact
this Symposium will have on advancing the ‘Blue Economy’ and creating a more sustainable future.

We look forward to your valuable partnership in making S.E.A.W.E.E.D.S. 2026 a milestone event for India’s blue economy and sustainable future 

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