economy
Venezuela exports 306 tons of seaweed from the El Guamache International Port
Venezuela completed the export of 306 metric tons of seaweed with the shipment of 14 containers from the El Guamache International Port in Nueva Esparta state. The operation was overseen by the Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Juan Carlos Loyo.
TL;DR
- Venezuela exported 306 metric tons of seaweed in 14 containers.
- The shipment departed from El Guamache International Port in Nueva Esparta state.
- The seaweed is destined for the Chilean and Tunisian markets.
- This initiative aims to diversify Venezuela's productive economy and consolidate its international market presence.
- The operation involved collaboration between the National Government, fishing sector, and private companies: Tide, CA; Agromarina Biorma Aquaculture, CA; Aquaculture Island 0321, CA; and Margarita Food Corporation, CA.
- Venezuelan seaweed is a high-value resource in demand globally for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food sectors.
- The export reinforces Venezuela's production and export capacity, generating non-oil income and strengthening economic sovereignty through sustainable marine resource use.