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MERCI LES ALGUES !
Merci les Algues ! — Seaweed for a more responsible food system
What if the next food revolution came from the sea? Since 2020, based in the heart of Brittany, the Merci les Algues ! association brings together farmers, industry players, researchers and distributors around one shared conviction: seaweed is the sustainable resource that will change the way we produce and consume food.
The challenge: reducing synthetic chemistry
As consumers demand ever greater transparency and traceability, agriculture and the food industry need to reinvent themselves. Merci les Algues ! offers a concrete answer: reducing the use of synthetic chemistry through natural, seaweed-based solutions. Fast-growing and remarkably resilient, seaweed offers unique properties that benefit human food, crops, and animal health alike.
A raw material with countless uses
Ingredient in its own right, natural texturizer, raw or processed product: seaweed lends itself to an endless range of food applications. It can enhance a recipe with flavour and nutrients, replace certain synthetic additives thanks to its natural gelling and thickening properties, or be used as is, in its raw form, to showcase the authenticity of a marine product. This versatility makes it a valuable ally for manufacturers looking for more natural, more responsible solutions.
Committed supply chains, a trusted label
Behind every Merci les Algues ! labelled product lies a rigorous set of specifications, traceability audits, and fair compensation for producers. An end-to-end guarantee, from production to plate — already adopted by committed distributors and restaurateurs.
A community putting seaweed on the map
Too often underestimated, seaweed deserves to be (re)discovered. This is the association's everyday mission: raising awareness among both the general public and professionals, through events, expert talks and educational initiatives, to reveal the full potential of this local, sustainable marine resource.
Meet us at Sirha Food 2027
At the show, Merci les Algues ! invites you to meet its members, discover labelled products, and explore new opportunities for collaboration around seaweed-based solutions. A must-visit for anyone in the food industry looking to produce and consume differently.
Join the movement for food that makes sense.
