Fed by Blue

In Japan, the Ama divers have been free-diving for seaweed, lobsters, and shellfish for over a thousand years, passing down their knowledge, resilience, and deep respect for the ocean through generations. ?????? And if you visit the Ama Hut "Hachiman Kamado,”? you can meet these incredible women and taste the seafood they’ve hand-harvested—a tradition that embodies sustainability and a profound connection to the sea. But the Ama aren’t alone. Across the sea in South Korea, the Haenyeo women divers share a similar legacy, braving the waves to harvest marine life in harmony with nature. Their story is beautifully captured in the film "The Last of the Sea Women"—now streaming on Apple. ?? Watch now and celebrate the women who have shaped a beautiful relationship with the ocean ?? bit.ly/4h0VFHe Video by @Cazacle_Tours (on IG) #AmaDivers #SeaWomen #SustainableSeafood #TheLastOfTheSeaWomen #Haenyeo #WomensHistoryMonth

Hear from our Executive Director, Jennifer Bushman, on why the future of food is blue—and what truly works to shift behavior for healthier communities and a thriving planet. A big thank you to Multiplier for amplifying our mission, impact, and advice to others!

???? This stunning transformation—from mussel to humpback whale—reminds us this #WorldWildlifeDay just how interconnected our blue foods and marine wildlife truly are. Every part of our ocean’s ecosystem plays a vital role, and protecting it means thinking sustainably in every way, from what we eat to how we create. ?? By reusing blue food materials for everything from art materials to fertilizer, we can also embrace a zero-waste mindset that honors the ocean’s resources. If you want to learn HOW to find sustainable seafood to support a thriving marine ecosystem for all (including our planet’s incredible animals! ??????), check out our? ?????????????? ?????????? page ?? bit.ly/4hnbgls Video by @threadhandedjill (on IG) #HopeInTheWater #SustainableSeafood #OceanArt #ProtectOurOceans #MarineWildlife #OceanWildlife #WildlifeDay

Our PBS docuseries "Hope In the Water" was viewed by more than 7 million people! Now, we want to translate those views into action where people actively demand sustainable blue foods and there's enough to meet that demand. Whether you're a grocer, a chef, a teacher, or someone who wants to help feed the world and protect our ocean, check out this article from SeafoodSource. Our Executive Director, Jennifer Bushman, shares more on how Fed by Blue can support you in making that happen in your community. #HopeInTheWater #HopeInTheWaterPBS

?? Seaweed is getting the royal treatment thanks to Prince William! From sequestering carbon to cleaning ocean water to powering the circular economy, seaweed has massive potential to shape our world and food systems for the better. ?? Watch the full clip from The Earthshot Prize ?? bit.ly/4gEH1p7 #Fedbyblue #BlueFoods#SustainableSeafood #EarthshotPrize #Seaweed #CircularEconomy

??Meet one of our newest Advisory Board Members, Dune Lankard! As a Native Eyak of the Eagle Clan from Cordova, Alaska, Dune is committed to the preservation of the Eyak culture, ancestral lands, and wild salmon way of life. Dune is the President and Founder of the Native Conservancy which was established to support Alaska Native peoples efforts to permanently protect and preserve culture and endangered habitat in ancestral homelands. ??Dune has made a significant impact in driving awareness to protect his ancestral homelands and preserving the Eyak rainforest. Time Magazine honored Dune as one of its “Heroes of the Planet” for his dedication to finding cultural, economic, and environmental solutions in the seafood industry. #BlueFoods #NativeConservancy#BlueFoods #SustainableSeafood #Eyak

Have you heard of bull kelp, a type of seaweed? ?? Farming nutritious blue foods like bull kelp is more than just sustainable—it’s empowering Indigenous communities to take control of their food systems and build resilience in the face of climate change. ??In Episode 2 (“Farming the Water”) of our PBS docuseries, HOPE IN THE WATER, you can watch, Dune Lankard, a fisherman, seaweed farmer, and the founder of Native Conservancy, showcase the magic of growing and harvesting kelp—a regenerative crop that supports the health of the oceans and his community in Alaska. ? You’ll also discover various ways to prepare, preserve, and cook bull kelp, which is rich in micronutrients like iodine, calcium, and magnesium! Dive into Episode 2 (“Farming the Water”) of #HopeInTheWaterPBS ?? https://bit.ly/4hBS7fO #BlueFoods #HopeInTheWaterPBS #FoodSovereignty #ClimateResilience #HopeInTheWater? #Aquaculture #SeaweedAquaculture

?? Santa Barbara, that was incredible! ??? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the special screening of HOPE IN THE WATER at UC Santa Barbara! We loved diving into Episode 1, The Fish in the Sea, and exploring the inspiring stories of sustainable fisheries, ancient aquaculture, and community-driven conservation efforts. A special shoutout to PBS, our underwriters (Anne Ray Foundation and Builders Vision), and the panelists—you can catch both Douglas Bush from Ocean Rainforest and Dr. Halley Froehlich from UC Santa Barbara in Episode 3 of HOPE IN THE WATER! If you missed the event, you still have a chance to be part of another great conversation. Baratunde Thurston—comedian, activist, and host of Episode 1—will be at UCSB on Feb 27th to talk about climate justice and environmental stewardship. ???? And if you want to catch all 3 episodes of HOPE IN THE WATER, they’re streaming on PBS ?? bit.ly/4dEbNhD #HopeinTheWaterPBS #HopeInTheWater

How can farmed tilapia & rock oysters help island nations thrive? French Polynesia & Timor-Leste are tapping into sustainable aquaculture to boost food security, create jobs, and cut reliance on imports. Dive into the full details on Global Seafood Alliance’s blog ?? bit.ly/41cUKij #SustainableSeafood #SustainableAquaculture #BlueFoods #Aquaculture #Tilapia #Oysters?

February is all about heart health (hello, American Heart Month!) and spreading love. What better way to do both than by choosing seafood that’s good for your heart and the planet? Swipe through to learn more, and check out "Seafood selections that help your heart — and our planet" on Harvard Health for the full scoop ?? bit.ly/4hioUGB #HeartHealthy #EatBlue #SustainableSeafood #AmericanHeartMonth #BlueFoods #HeartMonth #HeartHealth