ALGOLESKO

Kombu royal

“The sea, a source of goodness”

Ideally located in the south Finistère part of Brittany, an area with a deep-rooted maritime background,Algolesko is Europe’s leading producer of Royal Kombu – Saccharina latissima – a variety of macro-algae endemic to Brittany. This exceptional geographical location has enabled Algolesko to develop open sea farming in a Natura 2000 area, listed according to a European classification system based on stringent water quality criteria. Algolesko controls the whole production cycle for its algae, including: hatchery, growth at sea, harvest, processing, packaging, storage and shipping. Algolesko’s robust know-how allows them to cultivate other species such as the red seaweed Asparagopsis armata, which is widely used in the pharmacological and cosmetics industry. Many other species can be produced on demand. Algolesko also runs an algae trading business, with sales of Wakame – Undaria pinnatidida – a variety traditionally farmed in South Finistère. With its present 150 hectare maritime concession, Algolesko can produce 1,500 tonnes of fresh produce annually and new concessions due to be opened nearby will soon raise their annual production capacity to 5,000 to 7,000 tonnes of fresh produce.

Optimal cultivation conditions

Algolesko uses 100% natural algae cultivation methods, with no inputs and a socially responsible approach. It has therefore naturally applied for organic produce certification from Ecocert. Algolesko monitors its production processes very closely, to guarantee compliance with four essential criteria: quality and quantity, traceability and security.

Farming, processing and packaging on demand

Algolesko develops true partnerships with its clients, by offering customized cultivation techniques, according to needs. Three types of processing: gentle drying, at no more than 45°C, salting without anti-caking agents and freezing. Our processed algae are provided for the wholesale or retail trade, whole or as flakes. Algolesko will study any packaging solution that can meet client needs.

French and export markets

The quality of Algolesko’s seaweed is recognised everywhere, in France and in their export markets, where buyers appreciate buying from Europe’s biggest farmed seaweed producer.

The sea, a source of goodness

Algae have a high nutritional value. They are rich in fibres, minerals and protein. They also have antioxidant and anti-radicular properties thanks to the metabolites they contain: carotenoids, polyphenols, vitamins, polyunsaturated fatty acids… As well as providing a source of food, algae can therefore be used in nutritional and health applications, in dietary supplements and in cosmetics.

An innovative range of products

Algolesko has developed a “freshly-harvested” range of Royal Kombu seaweed. These are young plants, harvested after around 6 months of growth. They are then about 1.5 m long and their nutritional qualities and flavor are fully preserved, with a tender, crisp texture.

Kombu royal

Also known as Saccharina latissima, its botanical name, Royal Kombu belongs to the brown seaweed family, with a shiny browny-yellowy color, and can be up to 3 metres long when fully grown. Its thick thallus or blade has an undulated margin, and its stipe or stem is equipped with a root-like holdfast. Algolesko’s Royal Kombu is highly appreciated for its nutritional uses, and also used in the cosmetics industry for its purifying properties.Un texte ! Vous pouvez le remplir avec du contenu, le déplacer, le copier ou le supprimer.

Salty and sweet flavor – Flavor of the open sea

In Japan, kombu is widely used in Miso soup by infusing the seaweed, mainly for its high sodium glutamate content and for its taste-enhancing properties. Wakame seaweed, with a sharp, crisp texture and a bright green color, is more often used in salads.

When drying, Royal Kombu becomes covered in small white spots, known as “kombu flowers”, that are full of saccharoids and glumatic acid. Kombu should therefore never be washed before use. It confers to the cooking water and dishes alike its smooth texture and its salty ocean-rich flavor.

Cosmetics

While healthy eating is the best way to preserve one’s health, natural products are also essential in protecting the skin. Our algae are used by the cosmetics industry, in particular for their antioxidant, hydrating, and coloring properties. Algae extracts are used in regenerating and refreshing skin care products, emollients found in exfoliating products and anti-ageing creams, and also in sun creams.