Duckweed could be the next superfood

By: Trademagazin editor Date: 2025. 03. 28. 16:34

Duckweed has been declared fit for human consumption by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and could soon be available on the European food market, as a sustainable and nutrient-rich vegetable.

Traditional Dutch dish (Stamppot) with duckweed and tofu

This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/4.

The decision is based on ten years of research by Wageningen University in the Netherlands. Duckweed is fast-growing, requires minimal land and doesn’t need pesticides or artificial lighting. //