We remove urchins, restore kelp forests, capture carbon, create livelihoods and produce world-class uni, to convert ecological damage into regenerative value at a global scale.
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to make space for marine ecosystems to recover and thrive
for chefs who value quality regenerative seafood
biowaste extraction for alternative use
by reversing the impacts of overgrazing and ocean imbalance
by unlocking the power of blue carbon solutions
when kelp thrives, so do the communities that depend on it
Kelp forests are one of the planet’s most vital ecosystems. They absorb carbon, shelter marine life, and protect coastlines. But in oceans around the world, these underwater forests are vanishing. Why? Because sea urchins, once part of a balanced food web, are now overrunning the seafloor, devouring kelp faster than it can regrow.
Without intervention, we are losing vital kelp forests and entire ecosystems.
We remove overgrazing urchins from degraded reefs. As the reefs are cleared, kelp forests return, rebuilding marine biodiversity, capturing carbon, and reviving coastal ecosystems.
This isn’t just aquaculture. It’s regenerative design at scale, where every step repairs what was lost.
After removal, wild urchins are transferred to our land-based ranching systems. In these flow-through raceways, our bespoke oxygen-rich water mimics natural currents, creating the perfect conditions for sea urchin roe (uni) development. Fed a proprietary diet, the urchins regenerate high-quality uni over 8 to 12 weeks.
The result: Premium uni, available 365 days a year, grown through restoration with care and precision for the global market.
From ocean to plate, our premium uni is sold to a global market where demand exceeds supply. Every tray served also contributes to cleaner waters, thriving biodiversity, and carbon sequestration.
This is the future of premium food and the future of sustainability. You don’t have to choose between impact and indulgence.
We convert waste into value. Urchin shells and non-viable urchins are sold to partner extraction companies for alternative use in agriculture, nutrition, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, industrials, and even pet food.
We’re tapping into global industries that are rapidly shifting from chemical inputs towards regenerative, ocean-based alternatives.
Our uni is sustainably sourced, consistent in quality and chef-approved for culinary partners across the globe. Elevate your menu with purpose.
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From scientific partnerships to coastal communities, we collaborate with those restoring the ocean. Let’s build something together.
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