Supporting expansion and skills development for the seaweed aquaculture industry.
Courses
The Seaweed Academy is a pioneering institution in the UK, dedicated solely to the seaweed industry. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including training, education, and business development, making it a one-stop-shop for supporting expansion and skills development in the seaweed aquaculture industry. At the Seaweed Academy, we provide an innovative and holistic approach to support the sector. Our services include:
Social and Commercial Licensing: We assist in navigating the complex field of licensing, both in the social and commercial aspects of seaweed farming.
Establishing a Commercial Business: We offer guidance and support to individuals and organizations looking to establish a successful commercial seaweed business.
Technical Abilities Training: Our expert team provides comprehensive guidance and training in technical abilities related to seaweed farming, ensuring that participants gain the necessary skills and knowledge.
By offering this complete package of training, education, and business development, the Seaweed Academy aims to drive the growth and success of the seaweed aquaculture industry. We are committed to providing valuable resources and expertise to individuals and organizations looking to thrive in this emerging field.
One Week Course
Seaweed Academy
The Seaweed Academy’s one-week intensive course is designed to provide attendees with an in-depth understanding of the seaweed industry’s entire value chain.Â
Here are some of the key features of the course:
- Guest Speakers: The course will feature guest speakers from the sector who will share their expertise and insights with attendees.
- Lab Visits: Attendees will have the opportunity to visit labs and gain insight and experience in the field and at the farm (this is weather dependent).
- Deep-Dive into the Value Chain: The course will cover the entire value chain, from production to distribution, to help attendees gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
The Seaweed Academy’s one-week intensive course is an excellent opportunity for those interested in the seaweed industry to gain valuable knowledge and insights from experts in the field.
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One Day Course
Seaweed Academy
The one-day course offered by the Seaweed Academy is designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the seaweed industry. Here are the key topics that will be covered in the course:
- Introduction: The course will begin with an introduction to the aims and objectives of the course.
- Licensing: Attendees will learn about the licensing procedure for seaweed farming.
- Economics: The course will cover the current economics of developing and operating a seaweed farm.
- Grow Out: Attendees will learn about the science of a seaweed farm lifecycle and growth period.
- Processing: The course will cover the main methods used in processing seaweed, as well as the benefits and pitfalls of each method.
- Markets: Attendees will learn about the routes to market for seaweed, as well as the barriers and differences between vertically and horizontally integrated business models.
Overall, the one-day course offered by the Seaweed Academy is an excellent opportunity for those interested in the seaweed industry to gain valuable knowledge and insights from experienced educators and industry professionals.
Bespoke
Other Courses
Should your business or industry require a bespoke course that is not listed above, please get in touch with your requirements, we would be happy to assist with any individual requirements.Â
Some examples of bespoke courses:
- 2-day introduction to industry with a boat trip to our IMTA site
- 1-day introduction and market analysis focusÂ
- 1-day introduction
- 2-day nursery courseÂ
If this is something you’d be interested in, please contact us using the link below. Â
Farming
Two Day Course
The two-day farming course is designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the farming process. Here are some of the key features of the course:
- Boat Trip Farm Visit: Attendees will have the opportunity to visit a farm via a boat trip, weather permitting. This visit will provide attendees with a hands-on experience of the farming process.
- The Nursery Process: The course will cover the nursery process, which is an essential part of the farming timetable. Attendees will learn what steps are covered and considered in the nursery stage.
- Biology: The course will cover the biology of kelp. Attendees will learn about plant growth, lifecycles, and reproduction.
- Farm Problem Solving: Attendees will learn how to solve common problems that arise in farming, such as biosecurity, tensioning, and site selection.Â
The two-day farming course is an excellent opportunity for those interested in farming to gain valuable knowledge and insights from experienced educators and farmers.
