Member of the Liamuiga Seamoss Group, a farming cooperative in St Kitts, tends her culture lines
©FAO/Stankus Editorial use only. Photo credit must be given. Seamoss (Kappaphycus alvarezii) is an important aquatic product for people across the Caribbean, most often processed into a health food drink. Seamoss farming and processing offers a livelihood generating activity, often being conducted by farming cooperatives - and reduces the pressure on wild harvest. FAO support has been provided under several projects to improve production techniques, adapt to climate change, and work towards strengthening the value chain.
Author(s) (N. Surname)
A. Stankus
Keywords
Seaweed, Alga, red-, Algiculture, Carrageenan, Women`s empowerment
Country
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Credits
@FAO Aquaculture photo library
