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🌿𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹! On 19th November 2024, during the Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW) 2024, the Seaweed Social brought together an inspiring community of innovators, changemakers, and collaborators at the beautiful 1880 Singapore. It was an evening filled with meaningful conversations, shared ideas, and new connections—made possible by the collective effort of so many individuals and organizations united by a shared passion for seaweed’s potential. We hope everyone who attended found the event valuable, gained fresh perspectives, and left with strengthened networks. This event wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors—Hatch Blue, Conservation International, and Better Earth Ventures—who not only sponsored but also partnered with us in organizing the event. We are also deeply grateful to our partners, Innovate360 and Hello Tomorrow Asia Pacific, for their dedication to this shared vision. A big thank you to the invited speakers, Azalea Ayuningtyas from Birufinery and Chris Aurand, PhD from Thai Union Group PCL., for sharing their valuable insights on the future of carrageenan during the fireside chat. We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the organizing committee (Phillip Dean, Wei-Li Woo, Arunav Pal, Rebecca Sharpe) for their dedication and seamless teamwork in bringing everything to life. The Seaweed Social truly reflected what we can achieve when we come together with a common goal. Let’s continue to build on the conversations and collaborations ignited at this event, driving a thriving seaweed industry and fostering a sustainable blue economy for all. 🌊 📸 photos by: Arunav Pal Simon Davis Rebecca Sharpe Benedict Tan 陈勇安 Jan Yoshioka John Cheng Rathi Mei Ling Sri Xinyi Tow Phillip Dean Wei-Li Woo Arunav Pal Barbara Leppan Birdie Scott Padam #seadling #seaweedsocial #aftea #singapore #seaweed #siaw2024 #borneo #agrifood

POSEIDONA is wrapping up an amazing week in Singapore with a big win for the seaweed community and the oceans: SEADLING wins #AFTEA2024 World Championship! Algae is the future of food tech 💙 Among brilliant startups, including my fellow Spanish companies Oscillum and Levprot Bioscience, who were also finalists, the seaweed power convinced all the judges and secured first prize. Congrats to Simon Davis and the entire team at SEADLING 🌊🌊🌊! Thank you for bringing the seaweed community together here in Singapore. Tremendously inspired by your work and determination—and happy to be on the same mission. Here’s to more collaboration and breakthroughs for the planet and the oceans. The seaweed future looks bright! 🌱✨

As the Singapore International Agri-Food Week comes to a close, the Toyo Seikan Group would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the organizers for putting together such an inspiring and impactful event! 🎉   We are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this incredible gathering. Our Japan and Singapore team members had the privilege of participating in a variety of sessions, including presenting at the sandbox pitch session with Simon Davis from SEADLING and Masahiko Yamada san from UMITRON, sponsoring the AFTEA networking session, and engaging as a judge at the Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia Agri-Food Tech World Championship, all of which contributed to the dynamic conversations and learning exchanges that took place!   We look forward to staying connected and continuing the conversations sparked during the event! Together, we can create solutions that can feed the future!   #SIAW2024 #ToyoSeikan #Agrifoodtechexpoasia #Innovation #Collaboration #Networking #AFTEA2024 #Exhibition #Singaporeinternationalagrifoodweek #sustainabilty Atsunori Isshiki Kozue Toyama Katsumi Tajima Ribella Lee Simon Davis Masahiko Yamada

𝗔 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 What a whirlwind week for SEADLING at the Singapore International Agri-Food Week 2024 (SIAW)! We’re excited to share that we won the Agri-Food Tech World Championship, a prestigious pitching competition at the Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia (AFTEA). This win is a reflection of the collective efforts of everyone in the seaweed space—from farmers and researchers to businesses and organizations all working to innovate and drive sustainability forward. It was inspiring to participate alongside so many talented startups and companies. The chance to exchange ideas and insights really reinforced the importance of collaboration in agrifood tech. At AFTEA, our booth gave us a wonderful opportunity to introduce our products and educate visitors about seaweed—highlighting its many benefits and the role it can play in advancing food security and sustainability. We’re also incredibly grateful to Impact Circle MY for supporting us and helping make our presence at AFTEA possible. We’d like to extend a special thank you to Innovate360 and Constellar for their help in amplifying our presence and connecting us with key players in the industry. In addition to the expo, we participated in insightful panel discussions at both AFTEA and the APAC Agri-Food Summit. These discussions opened up new possibilities for agritech and how seaweed can contribute to building a more sustainable food system. Beyond the expo, we hosted Seaweed Social, a networking event that united investors, companies, and startups within the seaweed space. Stay tuned for more updates on that! We also had the honor of attending AgFunder’s GROW Impact Accelerator 2024 Demo Day and the AgriFood Innovation Exchange, organized by AgFunder and Better Earth Ventures. These events provided invaluable opportunities to connect with the wider agrifood innovation community. This week marks a key milestone in our journey to transform food systems through seaweed innovations—𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲. We’re always open to collaboration. If you’d like to connect or learn more, we’d love to hear from you! #seadling #seaweed #borneo #singapore #agrifood #aftea #aftea2024 #impactcircle #siaw2024 #apac #apacagrifoodsummit #constellar #innovate360 #singaporeinternationalagrifoodweek Katapult Ocean Toyo Seikan Group

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 SEADLING is gearing up for an exciting and busy week at the inaugural Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW), taking place from 18-22 November at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre. This prestigious event will bring together global leaders and innovators to reimagine the future of the agri-food industry, and we are honoured to be part of it. We’ll be exhibiting at the Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia (AFTEA) 2024, where we are excited to showcase our seaweed innovations and their potential to address some of the sector’s most pressing challenges. From enhancing food security to advancing sustainable agriculture, our pioneering seaweed fermentation technology offers versatile solutions for human, animal, and plant health. We look forward to demonstrating how our products can contribute to a healthier, more sustainable food system. Our founder, Simon Davis, will be speaking on stage and also participating in several panel discussions, focusing on building a resilient blue value chain in Asia. He will explore the pivotal role of seaweed in this transformation and offer valuable insights into how marine innovation—particularly seaweed—can drive the future of the agri-food sector. Additionally, we will be attending the APAC Agri-Food Summit, where we’ll engage with thought leaders, partners, and investors who share our commitment to sustainable solutions. This week promises to be filled with meaningful discussions, collaborations, and the opportunity to showcase the transformative power of our seaweed innovations. If you’re in Singapore, we invite you to visit us at the expo—we’d be delighted to connect and explore how we can work together towards building a more resilient and sustainable agri-food system. We look forward to seeing you there! #seadling #seaweed #siaw #aftea #aftea2024 #agrifoodsummit #sandsexpo #singapore #borneo #agrifood #agritech #sustainability #foodsecurity #biotechnology

𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 This year’s Pet Fair Southeast Asia 2024 was a great opportunity for SEADLING to showcase our fermented seaweed ingredients to both the Thailand market and a global audience. Held at BITEC Bangkok, the event brought together professionals from over 75 countries, and it was inspiring to see so many dedicated to improving pet food. The trend toward clean-label, natural products is gaining momentum in the industry, and was clearly reflected at the fair. Our functional fermented seaweed ingredients have unique binding abilities, making them an ideal alternative as the pet food industry shifts toward natural, functional binders. Unlike conventional binders, SEADLING’s ingredients support formulation binding while also providing health-promoting benefits. This clean, natural approach helps brands create products that pet owners can trust. Throughout the event, we had meaningful discussions with new contacts and caught up with our partners from Thai Union Group PCL., i-Tail Corporation PCL, and Scoular. These conversations underscored the increasing need for multifunctional, natural ingredients—a direction we’re eager to support. The insights shared will help us refine our products to meet market needs. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect and learn from others in the industry and look forward to applying these insights as we move forward. #seadling #seaweed #petfairsea2024 #thailand #foodtech #agtech #borneo #petfood #sustainability

𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸, 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗸𝗼𝗸!  We’re excited to be attending Pet Fair South East Asia 2024 from October 30 to November 1 at BITEC. This event is a major international hub, bringing together 400 exhibitors from 45 countries and 15,000 trade visitors from across the globe! We had a great experience at last year's fair, and we can't wait to return. Thailand holds a special place in our hearts, with our long-standing partnerships with Thai Union Group PCL., i-Tail Corporation PCL, and Mahidol University. These collaborations have been essential in helping us successfully expand into North America and Japan, bringing our seaweed-based solutions to new markets. If you’re in Bangkok or attending Pet Fair South East Asia, and would like to talk about how SEADLING’s seaweed-based functional ingredients can transform pet nutrition and enhance your product formulation, drop us a message and let’s connect—we’d love to meet up and chat! #seadling #seaweed #petfairsea #thailand #bangkok #borneo #sustainability #petfood #pet #agtech #agfood

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹! The 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘚𝘦𝘢𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 is happening on the 19𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦, and we’re thrilled to welcome an exceptional group of attendees. Although the RSVP deadline has passed, we understand schedules can change, so we’re happy to accommodate any last-minute confirmations from our invited guests. If you haven’t had the chance to 𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 yet, there’s still time to secure your spot at what promises to be a fantastic and engaging gathering! #seaweed #seadling #seaweedsocial #borneo #singapore #agtech #sustainability #agrifood

Exciting things to come in Hiroshima! Many thanks to JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization & @Hiroshima prefecture for organising an inspiring visit to the city of Hiroshima and the Setouchi inland sea. It was an honour to meet the Governor of Hiroshima prefecture, Hidehiko Yuzaki and share MAST´s vision for reconnecting cities with the sea. It was also great to meet the incredible team from emerging frontiers at Shimizu Corporation in person, discuss the future of Hiroshima with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. and spend time with the inspiring team at eclect, Inc. 株式会社エクレクト who are taking big steps toward reinvigorating the islands of Setouchi. Thanks also to Tommy Phun and Kei from Pyxis and Simon Davis from SEADLING for the great company

𝗔 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 There are thousands of seaweed farmers in Semporna, Malaysian Borneo, and SEADLING works with nearly 300 of them. These farmers are vital to what we do. Recently, we visited one of their communities to better understand their needs and give back in meaningful ways. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 We spent time with the children, organizing simple activities like coloring and teaching them basic hygiene, including proper handwashing and nail care. These small but important lessons can make a big difference in daily life, especially in areas where access to hygiene resources is limited. This interaction also gave us the chance to build a stronger bond with the families. But it wasn’t all fun and games. One family needed repairs on their stilt house, so we helped fix the floor to make sure their home was safer. Working side by side with the family allowed us to contribute in a practical way and show that we’re here for more than just business. With someone on our team who has a medical background, we were also able to provide basic health consultations, giving the families advice and reassurance about their well-being. Taking care of their health is just as important as the work we do with seaweed. 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 We took time to listen to the farmers talk about their challenges, from unpredictable weather to rising costs. These conversations help us understand their realities and how we can work together to overcome them. It’s not just about producing seaweed—it’s about making sure the people growing it are supported. 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 This visit reminded us that our relationship with these farmers goes beyond business. We’re committed to working alongside them to improve their lives and the industry we all rely on. So, we’ll keep investing in their homes, health, and livelihoods. By doing this, we’re not only building better partnerships, but also helping create a more sustainable future for everyone involved. Watch the video to see what we did. If you'd like to learn more or explore how we can collaborate, get in touch with us at SEADLING—we’d love to hear from you! #seadling #semporna #sustainability #communitylivelihood #communityempowerment #agtech #borneo #agrifood #seaweed