A study by the Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) is breaking ground in the wine industry and boosting coastal economies by investigating the health benefits of wines made from seaweed. The ongoing research focuses on the potential benefits and safety of wines produced from brown, green, and red seaweed varieties. “Seaweeds are abundant but underutilized in the Philippines. There are around 1,100 identified seaweed species in the country, 112 of which can be found in Panay Island. However, only four species are commercially valued,” said project leader Hilario Taberna Jr.

Castor, R. Z. (2024, November 16-17). ISAT U explores health benefits of seaweed wine. Daily Guardian, pp. 1, 11.