Ocean Era is at the forefront of innovative marine aquaculture, focusing on sustainable practices to enhance food security and address climate challenges. The company specializes in cultivating native Hawaiian seaweed, known as limu, and has developed a range of products, including vegan caviar made from Caulerpa lentillifera and other seaweed varieties. Their research emphasizes optimizing seaweed yields through controlled experiments, exploring factors such as stocking density, nutrient supplementation, and environmental conditions. This commitment to sustainable practices not only supports biodiversity but also revitalizes traditional Hawaiian limu cultivation methods.

In addition to seaweed cultivation, Ocean Era is pioneering offshore aquaculture technologies. Their Velella projects have successfully tested unmoored net pen systems for fish farming, demonstrating the potential for environmentally responsible aquaculture in open ocean settings. The company is also exploring the integration of fish and seaweed farming to promote nutrient cycling and enhance water quality. Through these initiatives, Ocean Era aims to provide locally-grown seafood while minimizing environmental impact and contributing to the local economy, thereby positioning itself as a leader in the sustainable aquaculture sector.

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Ocean Era remains committed to advancing the cause of healthy, responsible and sustainable mariculture in the USA.The company conducts research into alternative feeds that are focused on reducing mariculture's reliance on wild-caught fishmeal and fish oil, and replacing them with more sustainable agricultural products.

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