Wilbur Dubon: Pioneering Co-Founder Driving Belize’s Blue Economy with Blue Nutrients

By Brian McGuire

When it comes to building a sustainable and resilient future for Belize, Wilbur Dubon is leading the way. As co-founder and CEO of Belize Blue Nutrients, Wilbur has dedicated more than a decade to aquaculture, marine conservation, and the empowerment of grassroots farmers.

What sets Wilbur apart is his unwavering belief that artisanal farming is the key to global change. Through Belize Blue Nutrients, he champions sea moss (Eucheuma cottonii and Eucheumatopsis isiformis)—crops that nourish people while healing the planet. Sea moss plays a vital role in restoring marine ecosystems, protecting biodiversity, and capturing carbon, making it a powerful ally in the fight against climate change.

But Wilbur’s vision extends beyond environmental impact. His work uplifts Belizean farmers by providing training, opening fair markets, and creating opportunities to transition from traditional fishing to sustainable aquafarming. By developing value-added sea moss products for global markets, he ensures that local communities benefit directly from the prosperity of the Blue Economy.

The health benefits of sea moss—packed with essential minerals, prebiotic fibers, and immune-supporting nutrients—only add to its worldwide appeal. For Wilbur, it’s not simply about building a company, but about transforming an industry: turning seaweed farming into a driver of food security, climate resilience, and economic opportunity.

From his leadership with the Placencia Producers Cooperative to his national-level contributions with the Ministry of the Blue Economy, Wilbur continues to show that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.

At the heart of his work is a powerful conviction: by investing in artisanal farming and ocean-based crops, we can create a brighter, healthier, and more sustainable future—for Belize and for the world.