What is the best method for processing the algae?
Freshwater algae must be processed quickly in order to prevent spoilage and loss of valuable nutrients. Freeze-drying, while a more expensive method, allows us to remove the water from the Algae cells and preserves the algae’s integrity. Most of the methods for drying the algae utilize high temperatures (as much as 500 – 600 degrees F). The best method uses freeze-drying so that the quality of the algae is not compromised and remains intact. Not all freeze-drying methods are equal though. The methods that use high temperatures destroy the precious nutrients and the enzymatic activity. Our company uses low temperature drying and quick processing to preserve the heat and light sensitive algae’s nutritional content. We are able to maintain 97% of the nutritive value.
