Once the water is ready, farmers add a starter batch of spirulina—like a sourdough starter, but way greener. Then, they let sunlight and warm temperatures (around 30°C or 86°F) do the heavy lifting.
Spirulina grows fast—really fast. Under perfect conditions, it can double its biomass every 48 hours. That’s faster than your houseplant’s growth, which is probably just judging you.
Farmers stir the water gently with paddlewheels to keep the algae floating and happy. It’s like a lazy river ride for microscopic organisms. No roller coasters, though—spirulina prefers a mellow vibe.
But Wait—What About Nutrients?
Spirulina isn’t a diva, but it does need food to grow. Farmers add a cocktail of minerals like bicarbonate (baking soda’s cousin), nitrogen, and phosphorus. Think of it as a nutrient smoothie for the algae.
And here’s the kicker: spirulina loves carbon dioxide. So some farms actually pipe in CO2 from nearby factories to feed the algae. That means spirulina is basically a tiny carbon-capturing superhero—saving the planet while making your green juice look cool.
No weird chemicals, no GMO sorcery—just water, sun, and a little science nerdery.
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