▪ Seaweed supply chain is fragmented mainly carried out by small holders ▪ Long supply chains with limited connection/linkages with processors, less control on quality ▪ Limited value addition and low margin – driven by volume and price ▪ Income margin is lower for all VCOs (Exporters 5%, Trader 5%, Collector 3% and Farmer 10% ▪ Normal margins for trade in goods is 15 – 20%