Alg & You

Alg & You specializes in the development of accessible solutions for the home cultivation of spirulina, a nutrient-rich micro-algae. The company designs and commercializes photobioreactors, which are compact, automated systems that allow individuals to grow their own spirulina for daily consumption. These systems are engineered to optimize the growth conditions for spirulina, ensuring a fresh, high-quality, and tasteless product, unlike its dehydrated counterparts.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its cultivation systems and necessary consumables through its website. The target market includes health-conscious consumers, individuals interested in sustainable food sources, and those looking to supplement their diet with fresh nutrients. The core product, the 'Gourmet Spirulina Grower,' simplifies the cultivation process, making it manageable for users without a scientific background.

Founded in 2015, the company emerged from a project initiated at the Genopole biocluster, with the goal of democratizing spirulina production. The technology was originally developed by a research unit at the University of Nantes-Saint Nazaire and subsequently transferred to Alg & You. This scientific foundation provides the company with a distinct advantage in the agrifood and biotechnology sectors.

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