Partners

The Aotearoa New Zealand Seaweed Association (ANZSA) was formed following a meeting in Nelson on the 8th of July 2021, organized by Aquaculture New Zealand, of those interested in developing the Aotearoa New Zealand seaweed sector.

Subsequently a working group was formed to establish the Association and refine the purpose, vision and values, which were tabled at the initial Nelson meeting. The inaugural meeting of ANZSA was held on the 7th of December 2021, where an Interim Board was established. The first Board election was held in December/January 2023 and the first elected Board appointed.

ANZSA provides a united voice on matters which promote our vision of a high value, nature positive seaweed industry, that delivers healthy marine ecosystems, thriving communities and sustainable economic growth for Aotearoa New Zealand.

Their purpose is to provide members with a united voice and coordinated action to promote the ANZSA vision. They work for the whole industry through:

• Community building, networking and connecting.

• Building a positive local and international reputation.

• Championing industry enabling policy and standards.

• Promoting access to research, knowledge and sustainable industry practices.

• Enabling collective brand and IP ownership.

ASIC exists under the auspices of ASEAN Cooperation in Agricultural and Forest Promotion Scheme. The inception of ASIC dates back in 1994, where a Memorandum of Understanding was entered into for the primary purpose of promoting in the international market the seaweed and the related products derived therefrom, establishing cooperation for the sustainable growth of the industry by way of sharing information as regards to technology innovations, and addressing existing and emerging common issues/concerns affecting the industry. At present, ASIC binds together ten (10) member states with the Philippines and Indonesia as industry’s frontrunners. ASIC member states contribute the largest production supply of raw dried red seaweeds world wide.

Connecting the seaweed sector with innovation across industries. Bridging the gap between the Netherlands & Korea to unlock sustainable growth!

As the world’s leading conservation organization, WWF works in nearly 100 countries. At every level, they collaborate with people around the world to develop and deliver innovative solutions that protect communities, wildlife, and the places in which they live.