Discovery of Spirulina - 2007
Frank Winter, a graduate biologist, is so impressed by the research reports on spirulina that he initiates his own study and begins to learn how to cultivate spirulina in Hyères, France.
Study on the effects of spirulina algae - 2010
Frank travels to Cameroon to document the potential of spirulina for women with HIV. The results of his research have been published in an open scientific journal .
Cultivation of Spirulina - 2014
After his dissertation defense, Frank discovers the possibility of cultivating spirulina in Germany. In close collaboration with his university, he demonstrates that spirulina cultivation can also be used as an innovative heat utilization concept for biogas plants.
AKAL FOOD was founded in 2015
Laurent and Frank decided to produce and sell artisanal spirulina. Together with Emilie and Charle, they founded AKAL Food – for the distribution of locally and ethically sourced spirulina. A passion became a profession.
Ayurvedic Spirulina Recipes - 2016
The founders of AKAL Food wanted to combine spirulina with organic spices and develop new beverage mixes.
Her journey took her to India – a place full of colors, scents, and inspiration. There, the idea arose to combine spirulina with traditional chai spices.
This is how the beverage mixtures SPIRTONIC, SPIRAL FLOW and JOY POTION were born.
German Spirulina - 2018
The first German spirulina in raw food quality is coming onto the market.
After many years of intensive research and development, the team succeeded in cultivating spirulina successfully in Germany.
With the German Spirulina sprinkles and the Spirulina powder from Germany, they are presenting their first products.
Algae Market - 2023
Algen Markt is the first online platform specializing in sustainable algae from regional cultivation.
WHAT MAKES OUR ALGAE SPECIAL?
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Climate-friendly
Algae require very little space and energy to grow. Drying at 42°C is particularly energy-efficient, and we also consciously keep our transport routes short and resource-conserving.
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Transparent cultivation
We regularly visit our farms and small manufacturers – because personal interaction is at the heart of our marketplace. We want to share this commitment to transparency with you.
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Regionally processed
Our warehouse is located in the heart of Germany – in Giessen. Our algae come directly from the farm and are packaged by us in environmentally friendly bags. Sustainable – from cultivation to your doorstep.
WHAT MAKES OUR ALGAE SPECIAL?
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Spirlina Streusel
Algae require very little space and energy to grow. Drying at 42°C is particularly energy-efficient, and we also consciously keep our transport routes short and resource-conserving.
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Spirulina flakes
We regularly visit our farms and small manufacturers – because personal interaction is at the heart of our marketplace. We want to share this commitment to transparency with you.
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Spirulina powder
Our warehouse is located in the heart of Germany – in Giessen. Our algae come directly from the farm and are packaged by us in environmentally friendly bags. Sustainable – from cultivation to your doorstep.
GOOD SPIRULINA TAKES TIME
The drying process makes the difference.
Unlike conventional methods using hot spray drying, Algen Markt's spirulina is dried slowly and gently in the air at temperatures below 42°C . This ensures that all nutrients are fully preserved .
Another advantage: This gives the spirulina a mild, crispy taste – completely without the usual strong fishy note.
From May to October, raw spirulina is harvested almost daily on the Hessian farm.
ALGAE FARMING IN THE HEART OF GERMANY
Microalgae like Chlorella have been experiencing a real hype for several years. Spirulina is now following suit.
Our blue spirulina loves sun and warmth – and thrives excellently in German greenhouses.
Ours is organically grown , gently dried and processed in raw food quality .
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GERMAN SPIRULINA FARM
After many years of intensive research, numerous trials and successful scaling, it has been achieved: Spirulina from Germany – in artisanal quality .
The holistic concept of whole-food spirulina is becoming a reality:
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PILOT FARM IN NORMANDY
For over ten years, intensive research, testing, and development have been taking place in Normandy. The guiding principle: circular economy .
This is impressively evident at Eco-Domain du Bouquetot: The farm is completely integrated into its surroundings and features a permaculture garden with fruit trees, vegetable cultivation and sheep farming.
Visitors are very welcome – anyone who is nearby is welcome to visit the farm.
WHAT WAS THAT AGAIN ABOUT US AND SUSTAINABLE ALGAE?
Imagine a powerful guiding principle: whole-food nutrition according to the Giessen School. Add to that a student who is curious and looks beyond the obvious, and one of the oldest life forms on Earth – the spirulina algae.
Well mixed, matured for seven years – and the result is: a doctor of Spirulina , with its own regional production facility and a Europe-wide network of algae farms.
Seven years later, this evolved into the Algae Market : a hub for European algae products from sustainable and transparent cultivation. Refined with Ayurvedic-inspired spice blends , exceptional algae creations are produced here, combining enjoyment, health, and responsibility .
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OUR ATTITUDEWe want to share our passion for algae with you – because we are convinced that sustainably grown algae from regional production are part of the solution to the challenges of the 21st century. -
OUR APPROACHWe believe in innovation through practical research – and that open communication and constructive cooperation are the best way to achieve our goals. -
OUR QUALITY PROMISEWe want to offer spirulina of the highest quality – with complete transparency and seamless traceability. Because we believe: Open communication is the key to overcoming challenges together.
We have even more algae in our product range.
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Chlorella algae – Green power
Our Chlorella vulgaris is cultivated in Germany under strict EU guidelines in modern glass tube systems and carefully monitored. It is a natural source of bioavailable vitamin B12.
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Dulse algae - marine minerals
Dulse is an edible red seaweed from the Atlantic Ocean – also known as sea lettuce. It boasts a savory flavor reminiscent of seafood or even slightly of smoked bacon.
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A place with a purposeOur promise: local, environmentally friendly, tasteful and social. -
Is it possible to buy it unpackaged?The ideal compromise between durability and recyclability.
SPIRULINA ON TOUR
Fancy a taste?
We regularly attend events throughout Germany. Just get in touch – we'll make sure you can try spirulina.
Simply write to: info@algenmarkt.de
See you soon! 🙂