The initiative is implemented within the framework of the Technological Diffusion Program (PDT) of Corfo, it is carried out by Fundación Cocinamar and has the support of the Atacama Productive Development Committee.
The next Monday 7 April the project "Dissemination and technology transfer of good practices in the development of value added products based on regional seaweeds collected by coastal communities of Atacama”, which aims to strengthen and optimize the production and commercial chain of seaweed in the Atacama region, allowing to improve the technical, logistical and market capabilities of local producers and collectors.
During the meeting, which will bring together authorities, local actors, and beneficiaries of the program, the project and the activity plan will be presented, which includes technical and business training through workshops, as well as visits to regional plants that are developing bio-stimulants based on algae and support in the generation of individual or collective projects.
In addition, the event will feature the participation of two international experts in the use and potential of seaweed, who will give a presentation to the attendees. The Hatch Blue Consulting consultant, Karlotta Rieve, will address the global seaweed scenario and new market trends, and independent consultant Paulina Zanela will talk about coastal seaweed biorefineries.
Regarding this, the regional director of Corfo Atacama, Rosa Román, said "from Corfo we want to generate an impact in terms of sustainability in the productive models of the territory and we believe that a key strategy is to add value to the seaweed found along our coasts. That is what we are seeking through the work we are promoting via the Atacama Productive Development Committee (CDP), focusing on the vocations" productive of the region"
Regarding this, the project director and of Fundación Cocinamar, Griselda Ilabel, stated that "we hope that during this meeting we can form networks and create links, allowing the beneficiaries to make the most of the opportunity to learn from the experience of these two experts. It will be an ideal moment for them to ask questions and clear up their doubts. Moreover, taking advantage of the visit of the international participants at the launch, they will show the productive potential of the region, thus providing specialized technical guidance.
The launch of the program will take place on Monday 7 April at 15:00 hours at the CMP Sports Complex located on Panamericana Norte, C-321 road, Lot 2 in Caldera.
