Kuehnle AgroSystems is based in Hawaii, leveraging its patented “dark fermentation” process and proprietary non-GMO microalgal strains to produce natural astaxanthin © Kuehnle AgroSystemsAstaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant and red-orange carotenoid pigment, is naturally present in microalgae, salmon and shrimp. Corbion and Kuehnle AgroSystems (KAS) aim to provide a natural, algae-derived alternative produced through controlled fermentation of non-GMO, heterotrophic Haematococcus – the primary natural source of astaxanthin. Designed for both the human and animal nutrition markets, the product is particularly well-suited for nutraceuticals and aquaculture applications. KAS’ technology offers a strong foundation to deliver high-quality natural astaxanthin to customers looking for a clean-label alternative,” said Robert Jan de Voogd, general manager of algae ingredients for North America at Corbion, in a press release. “We’re proud to collaborate with Corbion to scale our technology and make premium algae-derived antioxidants more accessible worldwide,” said Claude Kaplan, chief executive officer of KAS.