maritimeposts.com/ – The untapped potential of Ulva spp, a high-value green seaweed, will take center stage in an upcoming live webinar titled “The Charm of Ulva spp: Development and Utilization.”
The event will be held on Thursday, 31 July 2025, from 08:30 to 12:30 WIB (UTC+7) and aims to provide insights into the cultivation, post-harvest processing, and market opportunities of Ulva spp in Indonesia and beyond.
The webinar will open with remarks by Erwin Dwiyana, S.Pi, M.Sc, Director of Marketing at PDSPKP–KKP, who will emphasize the importance of innovation and collaboration in strengthening Indonesia’s seaweed industry.
A Lineup of Six Expert Speakers
The event will feature six distinguished speakers from research institutions, universities, and industry, who will present diverse perspectives on Ulva spp:
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Prof. Dr. Masteria Yunovilsa Putra, S.Si, M.Sc (BRIN Researcher and Lecturer at Universitas Indonesia) – “Ulva as a Nutraceutical Ingredient.”
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Ir. Nono Hartanto, M.Aq (Director of Seaweed, DJPB–KKP) – “Policies for Domestication and Cultivation of New Seaweed Species to Boost Production.”
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Maria Gigih S (Seaweed Community Activist, Indonesia) – “Post-Harvest Handling and Culinary Applications of Ulva.”
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Dr. Lideman Zawawi, S.Pi, M.Sc (BRIN Researcher) – “Cultivation Techniques for Ulva spp and Development Potential in Indonesia.”
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Rahman, S.Pi, M.Si (Aquaculture Specialist and Lecturer at IPB University) – “Ulva Cultivation Using Spore-Based Methods and Its Potential for Bio-Remediation.”
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Boedi Sardjana Julianto (Director of PT JASUDA and Seaweed Expert at GQSP-UNIDO) – “Piloting Ulva Cultivation: Lessons Learned and Market Potential.”
Highlighting Ulva’s Role in Sustainable Aquaculture and Industry
The webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of Ulva spp as an emerging resource for various applications, including food, nutraceuticals, bio-remediation, and sustainable aquaculture practices.
It will also discuss policy support, technological innovations, and real-world experiences from pilot projects in Indonesia.
With growing global interest in seaweed as a sustainable resource, Ulva spp offers significant opportunities for value-added industries and international trade.
The event aims to foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and local communities to accelerate the development of this promising commodity.
How to Join
The webinar is open to academics, aquaculture practitioners, industry players, and anyone interested in seaweed innovation. Registration can be completed via the QR code on the official flyer or through https://seaweednetwork.id/ and https://www.gqspindonesia.org/en.
By sharing knowledge and best practices, this webinar seeks to strengthen the role of Ulva spp in building a sustainable and competitive seaweed industry for Indonesia and the global market.