Contributing to people’s health through nannochloropsis
In Biotechnology business, microalgae “Nannochloropsis” cultivated and produced at the Ebis Algae Industry Laboratory are sold. Nannochloropsis is rich in 61 kinds of nutrients, including omega-3 plant-derived EPA, B glucan, vitamin B 12, palmitoleic acid, etc., and is used in a wide range of industries as food for seeds and seedlings in aquaculture industry, feed in livestock industry, and health food such as fertilizer and supplements that can be used in agriculture. In addition, Nannochloropsis is attracting a great deal of attention as a new source of nutrition in this age when future food shortages and malnutrition are feared due to global population growth, climate change and dietary changes. Nannochloropsis is suitable for many people, including those who are interested in health and beauty, and vegetarians who are looking for vegetable EPA. At the Ebis Algae Industry Research Institute, we are one of the largest culturing plants in Japan, producing everything from culture to powder. We aim to contribute to the health of people in a wide range of industries through nannochloropsis.