At the heart of nature’s aquatic ecosystems, microalgae transform
light
and
nutrients
into the
building blocks of life.
Known as
“Green Gold”
around 200 species
have been developed
for human use
We have a patent portfolio that leverages microalgae technologies in multiple sectors
We harness the technologies to turn this natural capability into practical solutions
Our phycocyanin offers a naturally derived blue colorant
As the food industry moves away from petroleum-based synthetic dyes
Microalgal
Oligopeptide
NUTRITION
Microalgae oligopeptides are small, highly absorbable amino acid chains that deliver powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties. They help protect cells from damage, lower blood pressure, accelerate recovery, and reduce fatigue.
PRODUCTION
They are produced by harvesting microalgae (like Spirulina), breaking open their cell walls, and using specific natural enzymes (enzymatic hydrolysis) to break large proteins down into bioactive small-molecule peptides, which are then filtered and dried into powder.
Microalgal
Astaxanthin
NUTRITION
Microalgae astaxanthin is an ultra-potent antioxidant that shields cells from damage, reduces inflammation, improves skin and eye health, and boosts muscle recovery and endurance.
PRODUCTION
It is produced by stressing microalgae (Haematococcus pluvialis) to trigger red astaxanthin accumulation, followed by harvesting and eco-friendly supercritical CO2 extraction to produce pure astaxanthin oil or powder.
Microalgal
Phycocyanin
NUTRITION
Phycocyanin is a natural blue protein-pigment with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers that protects the liver and kidneys, boosts immune function, supports blood cell regeneration, and combats cellular aging.
PRODUCTION
It is extracted from Spirulina by gently breaking the cell walls with water, releasing the water-soluble blue protein, which is then purified through filtration and dried into a bright blue powder without chemical solvents.
Managing this wastewater can impose significant treatment, storage, and regulatory costs on producers. Yet these same nutrient-rich streams can provide an ideal growth medium for selected microalgae.
Wastewater Treatment is a
Pain Point
for Farmers
Across Canada & US
Feedlots and Farms
generate large volumes of wastewater containing nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, organic matter, and other nutrients.
A Few Examples
Problems and Solutions
Heavy rains flushed cattle manure into Walkerton’s drinking wells, contaminating the water with deadly E. coli that killed 7 people and infected over 2,000 residents.
Walkerton, ON - 2000
Livestock manure carries excreted antibiotics and hormones into the Fraser River watershed, breeding antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" and disrupting fish reproduction.
Fraser Valley, BC - 2014 Present
Massive pig and cattle manure runoff washes nitrogen and phosphorus into Lake Winnipeg, triggering massive toxic cyanobacteria blooms that suffocate fish and destroy aquatic habitats.
Lake Winnipeg, MB - 2006 Present
Pathogen Contamination
Microalgae photosynthesis boosts dissolved oxygen and elevates water pH to alkaline levels, creating a harsh environment that naturally disinfects manure wastewater and kills E. coli.
Pharmaceuticals & Hormones
Microalgae break down veterinary drug molecules through cellular enzymes and surface adsorption, significantly reducing active antibiotics and stopping the spread of resistance genes.
Eutrophication
Culturing microalgae in farm wastewater absorbs over 90% of excess nitrogen and phosphorus, trapping these nutrients before they hit rivers and stopping toxic algae blooms at the source.
With 11.1 million cattle in Canada, nutrient-rich livestock wastewater poses a significant risk to surface and groundwater
while even basic waste handling can cost about C$4 per tonne—before storage, treatment, and regulatory compliance.
Feed Additives
providing high-quality protein, essential amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, pigments, and other bioactive compounds.
Depending on the species and formulation, microalgae may help support immune function, gut health, growth performance, reproductive health, and the nutritional quality of meat, milk, and eggs.
Circular Economy
Microalgae-Driven
By cultivating microalgae in properly conditioned agricultural wastewater, AlgaePlus aims to recover nutrients, improve water quality, and convert a costly waste stream into valuable biomass.
Their use can also reduce reliance on conventional feed ingredients, improve the efficiency and resilience of livestock production, and create a circular pathway for converting recovered nutrients into valuable agricultural products.
Treating wastewater with microalgae takes about
7–10 days
with studies commonly reporting approximately 60–80% nitrogen removal and 70–85% phosphorus removal, under optimized light, temperature, dilution, and mixing conditions,
Subject to actual performance varies by species, cultivation system, light conditions, and operating environment.
Producing 1 kg of dry microalgal biomass can fix about 1.8 kg of CO₂
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