In the raw format, Ecklonia maxima is collected in the sea. Fishermen brave the elements off shore and harvest the fronds from the Ecklonia maxima plant. As these kelp beds are left to regenerate, new forests are harvested every day. This takes place in the early morning, at low tide. Wet material is delivered to the processing plant where it is minced and pumped in 220L drums. This is sent by road transport to manufacturers of liquid fertilizers. A stabilizing agent can be supplied by the manufacturer and added to the minced material during processing in order to preserve freshness. There is no heat involved in this process.
Because this product is dependent on weather patterns on the South African coastline. There are seasonal cold fronts that can affect availability during our winter months.
This product is minced according to customer requirements and made to order.
Minimum order quantity is 16 x 220L drums/roughly 3200kg. Please contact us for a quote. This product is EXPORT ready. All documents available on request.