Speaker

About the speaker: 

With a strong academic background and 30 years of experience in academic and applied research on seaweed and algae in agriculture and biotechnology, over 50 peer reviewed articles and 8 patents, all dedicated to advancing the field of algae research and focusing on valorization and the extraction and identification of active molecules. Corresponding member of the French Academy of Agriculture and steering board member of EABA.

Company info:

Founded in 1995, Olmix is a global company specialized in developing, producing and distributing high value biosourced solutions for livestock and crop farming in more than 100 countries across the world. Olmix Animal Care and Plant Care divisions develops innovative technologies combining economic performance and reduction of environmental impact. Thanks to their portfolio of high-quality end-products and ingredients, Olmix is a preferred partner of farmers, distributors and farm supply manufacturers worldwide, enabling smart and sustainable farming.

Presentation: 

This presentation draws on 30 years of seaweed research and valorization, conducted across multiple continents and spanning both academic and industrial sectors. It explores the opportunities and challenges inherent to seaweed processing throughout the entire value chain: from harvesting, through factory operations, to final applications (animal, plant, and human uses). The core objective is to highlight the critical factors necessary to ensure long-term industrial viability of seaweed-based products, while emphasizing the essential role of scientific collaborations in developing high-performance commercial solutions for agriculture and livestock.