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MNN Global · April 30, 2026 · 1 min read

US kelp producer aims to boost seaweed consumption and local fishing towns

What happened: Suzie Flores, a marine farmer, is promoting kelp as a food source in the US and hopes it can help revive small fishing communities.

Why it matters:

  • Encourages sustainable food options and environmental benefits.
  • Supports economic growth in struggling coastal towns reliant on fishing.

MNN Take: Growing kelp offers a renewable resource that can diversify diets and provide new income for coastal areas facing economic challenges.

Sources: BBC Business