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Could adding seaweed to livestock feed reduce emissions from cows?

Could adding seaweed to livestock feed reduce emissions from cows?

We are constantly amazed by the never-ending exciting innovation going on in the seaweed industry, particularly when it comes to sustainability. Wi...
How To Use Dulse Seaweed Flakes

How To Use Dulse Seaweed Flakes

Dulse is a delicious seaweed which is native to Scotland, where it has been consumed for centuries. One of our most popular seaweeds we harvest at Mara, Dulse is full of a lingering, smoky, umami flavour.
Our Seaweed Butter – the creamy umami hit now delivered directly to your home!

Our Seaweed Butter – the creamy umami hit now delivered directly to your home!

Introducing, The Ethical Shellfish Company. Our friends from the Isle of Mull are now depatching their ethically sourced seafood from the West of Scotland straight to your home, and that now includes the option of some rolls of Mara Seaweed Butter. 
The Secret to Healthy Salt? - Gregg Wallace Discovers Seaweed 'Salt'

The Secret to Healthy Salt? - Gregg Wallace Discovers Seaweed 'Salt'

Gregg Wallace discovers how seaweed can be used to create "a salty taste without the harmful effects".
Could Seaweed Help Us Fight Covid-19?

Could Seaweed Help Us Fight Covid-19?

We’re not hanging up our harvesting boots any time soon for a career in scientific speculation, but you might have seen our SeaEO, Fiona, in the news last week.
Mara x Tesco - We’re in the 2020 Tesco Brand Incubator

Mara x Tesco - We’re in the 2020 Tesco Brand Incubator

We’re back for Year Two on the Tesco Brand Incubator programme, one of the plant-based brands which are included in this year’s Incubator programme - and we’re very excited about it! 
Mushrooms and Seaweed – The perfect umami combo

Mushrooms and Seaweed – The perfect umami combo

Mushrooms and Seaweed – The perfect umami combo Have you ever tried mushrooms seasoned with seaweed? Seaweed unlocks a magical deliciousness in mus...
Radio 4 Farming Today: Seaweed Farm

Radio 4 Farming Today: Seaweed Farm

Our SeaEO, Fiona Houston, and our harvesting team were on Radio 4 Farming Today, explaining the process of hand-picking Dulse and why we want to s...
Mara Seaweed looks to recapture the wave of momentum post-coronavirus

Mara Seaweed looks to recapture the wave of momentum post-coronavirus

Specialist food producer Mara Seaweed is hoping later this year to revive major fundraising and expansion plans that have been put on hold as Covi...
Umami: Why chefs love the ‘fifth flavour’

Umami: Why chefs love the ‘fifth flavour’

On the taste scale, it’s best identified as the flavour of extreme savouriness and, as such, can be found in a plethora of different foods, like Parmesan cheese, mushrooms and of course, seaweed.  
Is seaweed good for children?

Is seaweed good for children?

Yes, seaweed is safe for children. Here's why it means healthier meals for your kids - plus how to get them to eat it!