Presence In
13
Manufacturing Plants
7+
Indian States
In 2007, Mr. Abhiram Seth founded AQUAGRI with the belief that marine ecosystems could offer both environmental solutions and social
transformation. What started as a community-first seaweed initiative quicklyscaled into a robust business delivering high -performance ,sustainable iingredients to businesses across India and abroad. By empowering coastal cultivators with training, tools, and long-term support,we created a reliable supply chain rooted in regeneration, not exploitation. And by investing in technology and processing facilities, we ensured that our carrageenan meets the highest standards for performance and purity
Born at the intersection of science and social impact, AquAgri transforms seaweed cultivation into a scalable, sustainable livelihood for India’s coastal communities while harnessing its industrial potential. Today, we are among India’s leading semi-refined carrageenan producers, serving the food, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries through a fully integrated supply chain— from ocean to formulation.
About Us
Mr Abhiram Seth Founder & Director
Leading the Algae Revolution
Vision
From Shore To The Future
Mission
Coastal Roots, Global Reach.
To make marine agriculture a sustainable and scalable livelihood option for coastal India — while delivering high-performance seaweed-based ingredients to industries worldwide.
Using our in-depth knowledge and revolutionary technology, we envision becoming a global leader in marine algae cultivation and processing for value-added products.
History Timelines – Shaping the Future of Hydrocolloids
1998
Seaweed Business Exploration
Mars and PepsiCo. India explored seaweed farming, leveraging their contract farming experience for new opportunities.
2005
PepsiCo & CSMCRI Collaboration
PepsiCo. India partnered with CSMCRI for technology and planning materials, establishing a lasting relationship.
2007
AquAgri Pvt. Ltd Formed
AquAgri transitioned from a CSR pilot to an independent, self-funded enterprise on December 19, 2007.
2008
Technology Commercialized
CSMCRI licensed carrageenan and sap production methods to AquAgri, starting industrial bio-stimulant production.
2012
DSIR R&D Lab Approval
DSIR certified AquAgri’s R&D unit for excellence; a JV with Hayleys (Sri Lanka) boosted cultivation capacity.
2017
Strategic JV Signed
IFFCO acquired a 50% stake in AquAgri through its subsidiary, IFFCO eBazarLimited, strengthening partnerships.
2018-20
Product Innovation
AquAgri expanded product reach to 21 Indian states, offering competitively priced, indigenous bio-stimulants.
2021-22
Sustainability-Driven R&D
AquAgri developed biodegradable packaging and edible coating technologies, focusing on environmental sustainability.
2023
Industry Spotlight
Driven by increasing product demand, AquAgri expanded its production capacity by five times.
2024
Community Impact Milestone
AquAgri achieved a significant milestone in community impact, reflecting its commitment to social responsibility.
2025-26
Global Growth & Leadership
AquAgri aims for global growth and leadership in food-grade hydrocolloids, expanding its market presence.
AquAgri: A Timeline of Innovation and Impact
HEAD OFFICE
Delhi
*The core output also focuses on other valuable seaweed derivatives.
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MANUFACTURING FACILITY
This facility is dedicated to processing cultivated seaweed, primarily Kappaphycus alvarezii.
Seaweed Cultivation Zones
a)Tamil Nadu,India b)SriLanka c)Maldives
PRODUCTION CAPACITY
6500 MT
Of Raw Dry Seaweed handled annually.
100 MT
Semi-Refined Carrageenan to reach by 2026
2025– Global Growth & Food-
GradeLeadership
1998 – Initiation of Seaweed business exploration
Mars collaborates with PepsiCo. India in order to explore seaweed farming as an opportunity to leverage their contract farming experience.
2005 – Collaboration between PepsiCo. & CSMCRI
2024– Community Impact
2007– Formation of AquAgri Pvt. Ltd
PepsiCo. India collaborates with CSMCRI (Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute) for technology and planning materials and establishes an enduring relationship.
Incorporated on 19 Dec 2007, AquaAgri transitions from CSR pilot toan independent, self-funded enterprise.
2008 – Technology Commercialized
2012– DSIR approval for in house R&D lab
2023– Industry Spotlight
CSMCRI licences integrated methods of production of carrageenanand sap to AquAgri and commences its industrial production ofseaweed liquid bio-stimulant.
Driven by product demand, AquAgri expanded capacity by 5 times.
DSIR certifies AquaAgri’s R&D unit for scientific excellence infood-grade carrageenan and JV with Hayleys (Sri Lanka)strengthens cultivation capacity.
2021-2022– Sustainability-Driven R&D
Biodegradable packaging & edible coating technologies indevelopment.
2017– Strategic JV Signed
2018-2020– Product Innovation
Strategic Ecosystem - Scaling through collaboration.
Our team collaborates with external research institutes, industry stakeholders, and strategic partners to scale lab innovations into real-world impact. Pilot-scale testing is undertaken to validate product efficacy before commercialization.
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Coastal Farmer Communities – empowering women through training, buy-back, and income generation.
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All India Food Processors’ Association partnered with Aquagri. It is one of the pioneering body dedicated to the advancement of India’s food processing industry.
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IFFCO – for agronomic research and seaweed-based bio-inputs.
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Hayleys (Sri Lanka) – for seaweed cultivation and processing in the Indian Ocean region.