Our farm

The first agricultural algae farm in Germany

Innovative and sustainable agriculture is the reason for our enthusiasm for microalgae. Open and in direct contact between producers and customers.

We also believe that microalgae can make the world a better place and should be part of our diet. That's why we produce spirulina. For us and for you.

This is important to us:

Quality

Our methods are
designed to preserve all valuable ingredients.

In addition, these
also ensures that we do not have to use any auxiliary or additive materials.
Taste characteristics complete our quality promise.

100% Spirulina –
clean, tested, rich
innovation

Algae production in Germany is pioneering work. Since 2016, we have been working continuously on the further development of cultivation.

In addition, we are conducting research on the topic of algae in various projects together with partners such as universities, colleges and institutes, such as the Alfred Wegener Institute.
environmental Protection

A resource-saving production without sealing large areas and under
The use of a sensible energy concept is the basis of our idea. A biogas plant supplies the greenhouse with waste heat and the electricity consumption is lower than that of a single-family home.

Packaging and shipping are also selected in an environmentally friendly manner. Sustainability
only works holistically.
transparency

For almost all other spirulina, nothing is known about the production. Our doors are open to everyone!

Not only do numerous private visitor groups get an impression of our production, we are also happy to support schoolchildren and students with topics related to algae.

We firmly believe that the more exchange the better.

How does algae production work?

Cultivation

A specially developed cultivation system gives us the opportunity to start production with just a few liters of so-called "starter culture". Closed tubular bags with a volume of 10-50L are used. In order to get things going, especially in winter, the cultivation in the greenhouse is additionally insulated and is the only part that is artificially lit.
Into the pool

Apart from the drying area and the walkway, the greenhouse is essentially made up of a number of basins. Here, a paddle wheel keeps the green algae water constantly moving. The water height is around 14cm, which is the optimum between light penetration and volume. There is insulation and underfloor heating under the basin. The heat comes from the waste heat of a neighboring biogas plant.
Growing through cell division

We make sure that our spirulina is kept warm and that there are enough nutrients available. When the sun then blesses us with plenty of light, the spirulina cells diligently carry out photosynthesis and continue to multiply through cell division. This means that the water practically becomes greener and greener and we can harvest.
harvest

Harvesting is constant, depending on the density of algae in the water. We filter about 4,000-5,000 liters of each tank about twice a week. Our drum filter holds the spirulina and lets the water flow back into the tank. After this step, the consistency of the algae can be imagined as thin yogurt. The paste is rinsed again with clear water to lower the pH value and thus improve the taste of the spirulina.
Drying preparation

To speed up the drying process, the spirulina paste is further dewatered in a vacuum case. We then place the spirulina in a kind of “spaghetti shape” on drying trays.
Drying

The drying process is carried out by air drying in raw food quality at a maximum of 42°C. This means that the ingredients are fully preserved. Spirulina is usually spray dried, i.e. dried under high pressure and high temperatures in just a few seconds. Our method of drying ensures the quality and results in a significantly better taste.
Packaging

The spirulina is dry after about 18 hours and is packed and stored in an airtight, light-protected container. In this step, samples are taken and microbiologically tested by an independent testing laboratory. Only if the algae meets our internal standards, which are significantly stricter than the German legal guidelines, is it then put on sale.