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Algae Prevention - It Is Possible!
Algae
is a very common problem throughout Canadian ponds. If not treated early it can
quickly turn your beautiful healthy pond into an overgrown slough. However,
algae is very treatable! Both proactively (which is preferred) and reactively,
algae can be managed!Algae Prevention Preventative
algae treatment is easy, economical and low-maintenance. Algae prevention is
also far more economical that treating it after it has taken over your pond.In 20 years of running a
fish farm, we
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9th Sep 2024
Treatment for Murky or "Iced Tea" Water
Treatment for Murky, “Iced Tea Water” in Ponds & DugoutsWe get multiple calls every summer of
people confused that their pond is clear of algae and weeds, yet they are
unable to truly clear the water up. Often it is described as murky, brown or
“like iced-tea” – also referred to as turbidity. Frustrating as this is, there is a
solution! Flocculent treatment is the best way to treat murky water. This is
also beneficial to your pond as it reduces phosphates which are the food algae
thriv
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9th Sep 2024
How to Treat Algae
Pond & Dugout Algae
TreatmentThere
are two main types of algae and they both must be treated very differently if
they are already present. They both are treated with ProClear Algaecide. This product works by being absorbed by the algae which then kills it. However, while both types are treated with ProClear, thy are treated with different rates and different methods. Filamentous algae is non-toxic, but is a cosmetic inconvenience that
decreases water quality. It creates a t
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9th Sep 2024
Celebrating National Water Quality Month: Ensuring Cleaner Water with Pond Pro Treatments
August marks National Water Quality Month, an important time to reflect on the significance of clean water and the essential steps we can take to protect our water sources. National Water Quality Month serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to safeguard our water resources from pollutants and contaminants. Freshwater sources, including lakes, rivers, and ponds, are essential not only for drinking but also for recreational activities and supporting diverse ecosystems. The quality of
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9th Sep 2024
Clearing Pond Problems: Insights from Pond Pro's Product Experiment
IntroductionThe health and clarity of your pond is vital for both aesthetics and the well-being of aquatic life. Pond Pro offers a range of products designed to mitigate common issues such as algae problems, high phosphate levels, and turbidity. In this blog post, we delve into an experiment conducted by one of our 2023 summer students to observe and test Pond Pro NaturalClear and QuikClear and suggest how various Pond Pro products could help with some common water problems.The ExperimentThe G
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9th Sep 2024