Growing Belize’s Seaweed Future — Together
BWSFA is transforming a grassroots idea into Belize’s leading women-driven movement for a regenerative Blue Economy. What began as a small group of passionate seaweed farmers is now a national force strengthening livelihoods, restoring marine ecosystems, advancing climate-smart mariculture, and building a resilient Caribbean seaweed industry that empowers women, youth, and coastal families.
Our Major Achievements
We are proud to have built the foundation of an accountable, future-ready organization that leads with transparency and community impact.
Highlights include:
Our Impact in Numbers
These milestones reflect the people, passion, and partnerships behind BWSFA’s growth:
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seaweed farm tour in Belize
BWSFA cultivates sustainable seaweed species while providing hands-on training for women and youth in responsible marine farming practices.
The association produces and markets eco-friendly seaweed products such as dried seaweed, gel, and powder, ensuring food safety and environmental standards.
BWSFA engages communities and schools through presentations, media, and social platforms to raise awareness about marine conservation and seaweed farming.
BWSFA promotes regenerative seaweed farming that enhances biodiversity, supports reef restoration, and provides nutrient-rich superfoods.
How We Are Making a Difference
Strengthening Livelihoods & Expanding Opportunities
Across Belize, women, youth, and coastal families are gaining new skills, income streams, and leadership roles through seaweed farming, processing, guiding, entrepreneurship, and marine conservation. Paid training, stipends, and hands-on experience build confidence and financial independence, while member-led businesses continue to grow — with over nine micro-enterprises creating seaweed gels, skincare, beverages, nutraceuticals, and wellness products.
Building a Regenerative Seaweed Mariculture Industry
BWSFA cultivates two high-value species — Kappaphycus alvarezii and Eucheumatopsis isiformis — through environmentally friendly submerged farming systems. With multi-year support, we have strengthened farm capacity, implemented safe and traceable workflows, processed more than 25,000 lbs of wet seaweed, and advanced research on climate stressors and resilience. Our work supports food security, reduces pressure on overfishing, and contributes to Belize’s Blue Economy.
Innovating Value-Added Products & Caribbean Seaweed Co.™
From skincare to beverages and men’s grooming, BWSFA members are transforming seaweed into creative new products with market potential. Training, branding support, and improved packaging have accelerated this growth, and the Caribbean Seaweed Co.™ brand is positioning Belize as a leader in natural Caribbean seaweed products.
Leading the Way in Regenerative Tourism & Ocean Education
BWSFA proudly operates Belize’s first women-led Seaweed Farm Experience Tour, attracting visitors, students, influencers, and researchers. Members are now certified tour guides, offering immersive experiences, seaweed talks for resorts, and educational packages that connect marine conservation, culture, and community benefit. These tours directly support livelihoods and amplify Belize’s Blue Economy leadership.
Our Projects
Where We’re Going Next
BWSFA is moving into a powerful new phase of expansion:
Join Us — Be Part of Belize’s Seaweed Future
Your support fuels livelihoods, ocean restoration, and community resilience.
Ways to Support:
- Buy Caribbean Seaweed Co. products
- Book a Seaweed Farm Tour
- Partner with us on research, CSR, or market development
- Donate to strengthen community impact
- Share our story & help grow Belize’s Blue Economy
Together, we are building an equitable, regenerative seaweed industry for Belize.
Work With Us
Partnerships are at the heart of BWSFA’s impact, together, we are building an equitable, regenerative seaweed industry in Belize. Let's design meaningful partnerships and projects, build skills, and create long-term change.
