Deep Seed - Regenerative Agriculture Kelp Blue - 1/2 - Growing giant kelp to restore marine ecosystems and boost farming on land (Caroline Slootweg)
Kelp Blue is a company merging marine ecosystem restoration with regenerative agriculture. Join us in a captivating conversation with Caroline Slootweg, co-founder of Kelp Blue, to learn how this innovative company uses giant kelp cultivation to foster marine biodiversity and produce natural biostimulants that support sustainable farming and soil health.
In this episode, Caroline shares her unique journey from digital marketing to marine farming, highlighting how Kelp Blue is transforming the way we think about ocean ecosystems and land agriculture. Discover how Kelp Blue is creating a regenerative food system by cultivating kelp forests in Namibia, New Zealand, and Alaska, which serve as vital carbon sinks and habitat builders while providing a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Marine Ecosystem Restoration: How Kelp Blue uses giant kelp as an ecosystem engineer to enhance marine biodiversity and sequester carbon, creating new marine habitats and supporting ocean health.
Regenerative Agriculture and Soil Health: The science behind Kelp Blue’s natural biostimulants that improve soil health, increase crop resilience, and support the transition to sustainable and regenerative farming practices.
Scaling Sustainable Solutions: The challenges and opportunities in scaling kelp farming globally, and the potential for kelp to become a key component in combating climate change and enhancing sustainable food systems.
Social and Environmental Impact: Kelp Blue’s commitment to social impact by creating jobs and fostering local knowledge, and their vision for a future where business is a force for good in regenerating both ocean and land ecosystems.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in regenerative agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and innovative solutions for a healthier planet. Tune in to be inspired by Kelp Blue’s mission and learn how they’re driving change through sustainable practices that benefit both marine and land environments.
Useful links:
Kelp Blue - https://kelp.blue/
Soil Capital - https://www.soilcapital.com/
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