Perspectives on the Use of Algae in Agriculture and Animal Production

Algae have been used in agriculture as fertilizers for a long time. Recently, they also applied to crops biostimulants that target plant growth promotion and tolerance biotic (herbivores, fungi, bacteria, viruses) or abiotic stresses. In addition, algae contain bioactive compounds shown maintain the health of domestic animals aquaculture species. This opinion piece highlights different aspects present use animal production their future perspectives.