Growers Packers is introducing a special new addition to their range at this year's Fruit Attraction in Madrid: seaweed. As a Zeeland company specialising in year-round delivery of berries and Conference pears, Growers Packers sees it as their mission to give a vegetable from the sea more attention. "Seaweed, with its unique flavour and numerous health benefits, deserves a prominent place on supermarket vegetable shelves," according to the company.
Rick Luteijn, sales and procurement at Growers Packers explains why seaweed is such an important addition to the range and what this product can mean for Dutch consumers. "As a Zeeland company, we feel a strong connection with the sea. Seaweed is a sustainable product emerging as a superfood, and we see an increasing demand for healthy, natural products, especially among vegetarians and vegans. Seaweed offers an unprecedented rich flavour and is packed with nutrients. It is rich in iodine, calcium, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K, and it also contains omega-3 fatty acids. That's why it deserves a place on the supermarket vegetable shelf."
Asked what makes seaweed so special compared to other vegetables, Rick replies, "Seaweed is not only a sustainable vegetable, but it also has a nutritional value that surpasses many conventional vegetables. It helps with thyroid health due to its high concentration of iodine, strengthens the immune system and can even help lower cholesterol levels. For us, seaweed is not just another supplement, but an essential product that perfectly matches the growing demand for nutritious, plant-based foods."
Algolesko seaweed: premium organic seaweed from the Atlantic Ocean
The seaweed offered by Growers Packers is marketed under the brand name Algolesko. This product is harvested sustainably in the pure waters of the Atlantic Ocean, more specifically along the French coast of Brittany. Thanks to the traditional Japanese techniques used to prepare the seaweed, it retains its authentic and rich flavour. Moreover, Algolesko seaweed is 100% certified organic. According to Rick, the seaweed stands out in the following ways
- Authentic flavour: Algolesko's Wakame and Kombu seaweed is harvested in the pure waters of the French coast in Brittany. Thanks to traditional Japanese preparation methods, the seaweed retains its full and rich flavour.
- Certified Organic: The seaweed is grown in one of the cleanest parts of the Atlantic Ocean and is 100% certified organic.
- Nutrient-Rich Superfood: Known as a superfood, seaweed is loved by vegetarians and vegans thanks to its exceptional nutritional profile, packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
- Superior Quality: Algolesko seaweed stands out for its unrivalled flavour and quality, making it an ideal addition to various dishes.
Rick emphasizes that the future of seaweed lies on the vegetable shelf: "With all the health benefits seaweed offers, and the sustainable way it is grown, we believe this product will play an essential role in the diet of the future. At the fair, we not only want to let our visitors taste but also convince them of the versatility of seaweed. We look forward to engaging with retailers on how seaweed can feature prominently in their assortment."
Jacques and Rick Luteijn
With this introduction of seaweed, Growers Packers shows not only their commitment to innovation and sustainability but also their will to move with the changing demand for healthy, plant-based products. During the fair, Growers Packers invites all interested parties to drop by stand E10 in Hall 6 to taste this product for themselves and become convinced of the added value of seaweed.
For more information:
Rick Luteijn
Growers Packers
+31 6 1932 7557
[email protected]
https:// growerspackers.com/
https://seaweedandmore.com/