Earthshot Prize recognises Asparagopsis’ world-changing potential

FutureFeed congratulates Sea Forest on being one of the 15 global finalists for the prestigious 2023 Earthshot Prize. The Prize was launched by Prince William in 2020 to search for and scale the most innovative solutions to the world’s greatest environmental challenges.

Sea Forest, an Australian company founded by Sam Elsom, has developed a new feed supplement, SeaFeed™, for cattle and sheep made with Asparagopsis, a red seaweed native to Australia.

Asparagopsis was first discovered to be the most efficient natural supplement available for livestock, capable of reducing methane emissions by 80% or more, by scientists from CSIRO and James Cook University, supported by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA).

Established by CSIRO, FutureFeed holds the global intellectual property (IP) rights for the use of Asparagopsis as a livestock feed ingredient for reducing methane and holds the patent pending for the manufacturing of vegetable oil-based Asparagopsis products.

FutureFeed CEO Alex Baker said Sea Forest’s recognition at the Earthshot Prize reflects not only its dedication to helping to solve the global climate crisis, but the world-changing potential of Asparagopsis.

“Sea Forest is one of ten production partners FutureFeed has licensed across the globe to drive the development and commercialisation of Asparagopsis as a feed supplement to significantly reduce methane emissions from livestock,” Mr Baker said.

“A decade of rigorous scientific research has proven Asparagopsis is the world’s most effective methane solution. We are supporting our production partners including Sea Forest to scale-up the technology to meet global demand.”

FutureFeed CFO James Stewart said FutureFeed continues to develop technologies to expand the impact of this decarbonisation solution.

“Scientific research is ongoing to build the body of knowledge and understanding that will enable the livestock and dairy sectors to benefit via environmental markets, contribute to national climate goals, help maintain Australia’s leadership in sustainable agriculture, and protect the future of Australian beef and dairy exports,” Mr Stewart said.

For a full list of the Earthshot finalists and winners, go to: All Winners & Finalists - The Earthshot Prize