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By Lieve Laurens The second annual Technical Standards Focus Group convened in early June 2021 to revisit some of the technical considerations and priorities for guidance development that were highlighted after the inaugural working group meeting in March 2020; nutritional information and biomass composition; identification methodology and genetic analyses; safety and presence of toxins and …

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This month ABO welcomes Arizona Algae Products, a company producing sustainable protein powders and omega-3 oils from algae for use in food, dietary supplements and wellness products, as one of our newest Bronze-level members. The Bronze-level ABO membership was designed for startups with potential to make big impacts in the industry, and Arizona Algae fits …

Read more “Arizona Algae Products’ Methods Are Ideal for Plant-Based, Non-GMO Oils and Proteins”

We hope you have had the chance to start your summer with a bang, and are enjoying time with your family and friends! As we prep for the world’s largest algae event of the year, the upcoming Algae Biomass Summit, we are doing everything we can, to kick off this month-long summit right!   Within …

Read more “Sneak a Peek at the Agenda for the 2021 Algae Biomass Summit”

  The University of Southern Maine and Maine Robotics is hosting the first ever Algae Camp. In collaboration with The Algae Foundation, this 4-day camp for kids 12-16 will include a field trip to the coast to collect algae samples, microscopy, seaweed pressings, and so much more. Students will even get to build their own algae cultivation …

Read more “Planning a family trip to the beautiful Maine coast this summer? Why not have your kiddos also learn about the wonderful world of algae!”

The Biden Administration is weaving climate policy into almost every facet of the government, and at ABO we are working closely with the White House, Congress and federal agencies to ensure that the microalgae and seaweed industry can play its part.  A robust algae industry has the potential to employ thousands of people, lend solutions …

Read more “Climate Policy is Moving Again and A Voice for Algae is More Important Than Ever”