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Industry observers claim that opportunities for innovation and growth are presented by sustainability.

By - 16 Jan 2024 12:57 AM

"Delhi, New: At the panel discussions ET Digital hosted at the ET MSME Awards 2023 in Delhi on Friday, industry representatives stated that sustainability is essential to innovation and business expansion.

Participants unanimously agreed that, in the face of ongoing geopolitical and economic difficulties, businesses must prioritize sustainability if they hope to succeed in the rapidly changing business environment of today. The sustainability potential of seaweed cultivation was emphasized by Tanmaye Seth, Director at Aquagri Processing Private Ltd. Seaweed is a macroscopic algae that is grown in marine and coastal waters. ""The sole purpose of aqua agriculture, which was founded in 2008, was to encourage seaweed farming in India and to support sustainable means of subsistence for the coastal communities. Women make up about 75% of our workforce. We started as an initiative that developed into a long-term business, and we currently process seaweed.