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Introduction – India’s Seaweeds Market by the Numbers India may not yet be a seaweed superpower, but it’s definitely on the fast track. In 2023, the country produced an impressive 72,385 tonnes (wet weight) of seaweed, primarily cultivating high-demand species like Kappaphycus alvarezii and Gracilaria edulis. (global-agriculture.com) While this accounts for less than 1%…

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Introduction – China’s Seaweeds Market in Statistical Focus When it comes to seaweed, China isn’t just a major player — it’s the MVP. In 2024, China produced an astounding 20.8 million metric tons of seaweed, outpacing even Indonesia, which came in second with 9.62 million metric tons. That’s about 57% of the world’s seaweed…