ABC-SWBP/MRIC Pole of Innovation for innovative seaweed-based products
Reference (Identifier)
MRR-21-00128
Title
ABC-SWBP/MRIC Pole of Innovation for innovative seaweed-based products
Broad Theme Classification
3. Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences
Second Level Classification
3.4 Agricultural Biotechnology
Country Specific Sectors
28. Other
Institution
Co-Author 1 Name
Dr. Ranjeet Bhagooli
Co-Author 2 Name
Ms. Deepeeka Kaullysing
Co-Author 3 Name
Mrs. Indoomatee Ramma
Co-Author 4 Name
Mrs. Yovana Saraspadee Subramaniam
Co-Author 5 Name
Mr. Judex Grenade
Co-Author 6 Name
Mr. Marsel Poinen
Co-Author 7 Name
Mr. Bernard Jaffres
Co-Author 8 Name
Mr. Hubert Grall
Page Range
1-2
Date Published
31 December 2021
Abstract
The aim of this pole of innovation is to develop the seaweed industry on a commercial scale in Mauritius. For the Mauritian economy, this will mean the creation of a new sector of business, increased exports and additional revenue. Out of this pole, there will be a raised awareness of the availability, nutritional value and medicinal qualities of seaweeds in the overall Mauritian population and the benefits to the country is the introduction of an untapped local food source that contributes to the country’s food security, the creation of jobs and healthier people, especially the young.
Keywords
Seaweed Industry,Innovation,Medicinal Qualities,Local Food Source,Food Security,Creation of Jobs
Language
English
Publisher
Mauritius Research and Innovation Council
Content Classification
Brief
Funding Agency(ies)
Mauritius Research and Innovation Council
Note/Remarks
Project Status: Ongoing
Date Uploaded
31 December 2021
Size
156.4 KB
File Format
.pdf
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