February 2025

The Alaska Mariculture Cluster (AMC) is proud to announce funding for three groundbreaking projects that will help propel Alaska’s mariculture industry by researching kelp-based biostimulants for agricultural markets. These projects will explore new ways to utilize Alaskan kelp to enhance soil health, increase crop resilience, and unlock sustainable commercial opportunities for seaweed farming in Alaska. The Kachemak Kelp Hub team will be partnering with the Chugach Regional Resources Commission to support their work to advance the production and marketing of liquid kelp biostimulants.

November 2024

Co-founder Evie Witten talks with The Fish Site about regenerative aquaculture, unlocking market potential and Kachemak Kelp Hub’s contributions to the development of the kelp industry in Alaska. Read/watch “Don’t fret, Alaska, kelp is on its way” and other articles in the Alaskan Mariculture series.

May 2024

As part of the Alaska Mariculture Cluster grant project, Southeast Conference contracted with Hatch Innovation Services to create an open-source Alaska Mariculture Insights platform for seaweed and oysters to provide valuable information as new people, investors, and suppliers engage with this growing industry. In May 2024, Hatch visited several Alaskan mariculture farms and facilities, including the Kachemak Kelp Hub, and produced an insightful report and 17-minute documentary exploring opportunities that lie beneath the surface.