The State Government wants to alter a 60-hectare aquaculture zone in Hardwicke Bay to allow seaweed cultivation — kickstarting a $140-million industry state-wide that will create livestock supplements that reduce greenhouse emissions from cattle.

Seaweed has been used in cooking for thousands of years, from Japan's rice-filled sushi rolls to squishy Welsh laverbread. Seaweed muesli, though? That's a new thing entirely. But according to seaweed scientist Pia Winberg, it's the best way to get Australians eating more of the green stuff.

AgriFutures Australia has released an Australian Seaweed Industry Blueprint that outlines plans for a $1.5 billion Australian seaweed industry that could employ 9,000 people and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10%.

Australian Seaweed Institute is proud to be a partner in this major R&D effort to see Australia as a leader in the sustainable bioeconomy.

Edible seaweed has long been a staple in Asian cuisines, but now its target market is shifting to the four-legged consumer.