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Another brilliant conference hosted by Rhianna Rees and the Scottish Seaweed Industry Association in Oban last week. Here are some key takeaways: 🌿 Seaweed biostimulant = a cash crop: Seaweed biostimulants are poised to become the industry's primary revenue driver. 🔬 More research required: Farmers need multi-year studies to validate seaweed's benefits. Ongoing trials are essential to solidify this revenue stream. 🌊 Seaweed’s next evolution: Novel compounds like fucoidan will drive the next phase of the seaweed industry. 📊 Know your seaweed: Farmers must track species, strain, harvest conditions, and composition to confidently match products with the right buyers. 🏗️ Think big: Scaling up is key to reducing costs and driving the next evolution of the industry. For a more detailed reflection on the 2024 SSIA conference, visit the following link. https://lnkd.in/eUaAUP-6

Attending last week’s event hosted by the Royal Entomological Society offered valuable perspectives on the insect farming industry and its path forward. Here are some key takeaways: Global Scale of Insect Farming 🌍 Globally, insect farming is a surprisingly big industry — an estimated 1.1 trillion insects are farmed annually. Traditional practices, such as those in Northeast India where communities have farmed Asian hornets for centuries, showcase the deep-rooted history and immense potential within this rapidly growing sector. Need for Cross-Industry Collaboration 🤝 A great opening talk by David Tavernor from Fly2Feed emphasised that sharing knowledge across the sector is vital. Working together, rather than in silos, will allow the insect industry to compete with traditional farming sectors. Genetic Diversity and Potential in Breeding Programmes 🔬 Chris Jiggins from the University of Cambridge noted the vast genetic diversity in insects, especially black soldier flies. Companies like Beta Bugs Limited are leveraging this diversity to enhance breeding techniques and industry scalability. Ethics of Insect Farming ⚖️ The ethical implications were a surprisingly hot topic, with experts like Andrew Crump and Craig P. questioning if insect farming falls under the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022. This could lead to new regulatory considerations as we learn more about insect sentience. Thanks to the Royal Entomological Society for a thought-provoking conference!

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Last week was a dynamic one for RUBISKO as we attended the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London and the North Sea Farmers Seaweed Conference in The Hague. Below are some of the key highlights and takeaways from each event: World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit: 🌍 We saw how data is transforming agriculture, with a fascinating presentation from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s showing the use of satellite imagery in revealing the Ukraine war’s impact on farming regions. 🌍 The summit highlighted that while advanced tech like AI and predictive models are exciting, it’s crucial to get the basics right—like setting up simple, time-saving systems that help farmers manage operations and get products to market. At RUBISKO, this is our goal. North Sea Farmers Seaweed Conference: 🌊 The seaweed sector is full of untapped potential, as leaders like Vincent Doumeizel highlighted. 🌊 We saw incredible innovation from companies such as Nordic SeaFarm, Notpla, Simply Blue Group, North Sea Farmers, Forebel, and Vyld, some of which are partnering with industry giants like Amazon and IKEA to develop sustainable products and solutions. 🌊 Despite the challenges, it’s clear that key players are setting the standard for the industry’s future. At RUBISKO, we’re all about building practical solutions that support and grow these industries. We’re ready for what’s next and excited to keep collaborating, innovating, and driving sustainable growth. #AgriTech #SeaweedInnovation #Sustainability #FutureOfFarming #RUBISKO #Innovation

We're excited to announce that we are one of the six winners of Growing Kent & Medway Business Sustainability Challenge. This grant will enable us to develop bespoke software for indoor farming companies. If you or someone you know could benefit from being part of this project, feel free to reach out or share this post. It is great to be alongside such an innovative and forward-thinking group of companies Fermenti Inspro Coronex PlantWorks Limited. Looking forward to what’s ahead.

It was a pleasure to attend #A3Scotland2024 as one of its sponsors. A huge thanks to the organisers of the event Teresa Shutter Mary Thomson Nia Young. Thanks also for the opportunity to pitch during the Start Up Showcase session. It was great to be a part of an exciting part of conference and learn about other start ups in the 3A's (Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Agritech) space. Had a fantastic time at the event, connecting with some inspiring individuals. Grateful for the valuable insights and new opportunities that came from these meaningful conversations!

Really excited to become a member of North Sea Farmers! Joining this network is a key step for RUBISKO as we continue to support the seaweed industry with our seaweed platform, KORA. North Sea Farmers offers a great space to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of seaweed farming. To learn more about KORA, please follow the link: https://lnkd.in/ea7entVF

Exciting News for Seaweed Farmers... We're announcing the launch of KORA, our cutting-edge Seaweed Management Software designed to streamline your operations and boost productivity. KORA offers a comprehensive suite of tools across Farm Management, Cultivation Management and Production Management, all accessible via mobile and PC. Why KORA? > Centralise all your farm information in one place > Monitor seaweed growth, harvest yields, and more, with ease > Ensure product consistency with detailed processing data > Manage equipment, inventory, and quality control efficiently > Benefit from sorus-to-sale traceability and automated reporting We're currently seeking early adopters for the 2024/25 season. If you're interested in activating the power of your data and making better, data-driven decisions, then KORA is the solution you're looking for. Interested? Register using the link: https://lnkd.in/ea7entVF #SeaweedFarming #Agritech #Innovation #EarlyAdopters #KORA #DataDriven #SustainableFarming #RUBISKO

We are thrilled to announce our sponsorship of this year's A3 Conference. We look forward to connecting with and learning from inspirational companies and individuals at this event. See you all there!

Last week we had the opportunity to attend the Seagriculture Conference in the Faroe Islands, where we officially launched our product, KORA (rubisko.co.uk/kora-seaweed). Huge thanks to the hosts Ocean Rainforest and all of their team for an unforgettable site visit on Tuesday, and to the organisers DLG Benelux for a fantastic event. We would like to express our gratitude to Scottish Seaweed Industry Association and Rhianna Rees for their support in displaying our leaflets and representing Scotland's seaweed industry. Special thanks to the speakers, particularly Floor Marsman for her insightful talk on seeding methods and Gianluca Bizzaro from Hortimare for his engaging presentation on palmaria cultivation. We are excited about the future of seaweed farming and proud to be part of this innovative community. We look forward to sharing more updates on how KORA is enabling the industry through data-driven decision-making and enhanced operational efficiency. #Seagriculture #SeaweedFarming #KORA #Innovation #Sustainability