Beneficial Bacteria for Ponds & Lakes
Why Use Bacteria Additives in Ponds & Lakes?
The use of beneficial bacteria in ponds and lakes is also known as biological augmentation (bioaugmentation for short). In bioaugmentation, concentrated beneficial pond bacteria and lake bacteria are added to speed up the rate of degradation of a contaminants. With respect to ponds and lakes, this is a newer in-lake management technique in the U.S. and the contaminants are organic matter (suspended or sediments), nutrients and reduced gases like hydrogen sulfide and methane.
The overall goals of bioaugmentation is to improve both water quality and water clarity and breakdown organic matter throughout the water column in ponds and lakes and in sediments (organic muck).
Top Brands of Beneficial Bacteria Products at the Best Prices!
Aqua Link sells concentrated bacteria additives from several different manufacturers. One of our top sellers is MicroLife Clear and MicroLife Clear Max manufactured by Hydro Logic Products. Both, MicroLife Clear and MicroLife Clear Max products have been rigorously field tested by our professional pond and lake managers.
MicroLife Clear and MicroLife Clear Max are an all natural formulation of concentrated beneficial bacteria for use in ponds, lakes, aquaculture ponds, ornamental ponds, koi ponds and water garden ponds. When used regularly, this product will reduce murky water (improve water clarity); reduce ammonia, nitrate, nitrite and phosphorus; reduce bottom sludge (muck); and reduce odors.
Overall, MicroLife Clear benefical pond bacteria is used most frequently in small ponds (koi ponds and backyard ponds), ponds, and small lakes. Conversely, MicroLife Clear Max beneficial bacteria is generally used in larger ponds, lakes, and reservoirs.
Our newest product is MicroLife Get The MUCK OUT! by Hydro Logic Products! MicroLife Get the MUCK OUT! is one of our newest pond and lake bacteria products for Pond and Lake Muck Digestion and Reduction! Get the MUCK OUT! is a time released bio-puck formulated to breakdown organic pond and lake sediments (pond and lake muck).
MicroLife Clear - Beneficial Bacteria for Ponds
MicroLife Clear is one of our best sellers. Compare MicroLife Clear to other pond bacteria products and simply see the difference! Up to 5 times More Concentrated than Other Brands.
MicroLife Clear beneficial pond bacteria is an all natural formulation of concentrated beneficial bacteria for use in ponds, lakes, aquaculture ponds, ornamental ponds, koi ponds and water garden ponds. Apply this all season product around the edges of the pond when water temperature is above 55 degrees Fahrenheit (F). When used regularly, this product will reduce murky water (improve water clarity); reduce ammonia, nitrate, nitrite and phosphorus; reduce bottom sludge (muck); and reduce odors. Apply 6 to 10 packets per surface acre every 2 to 4 weeks. Available in large pail containing 50-8 oz. dissolvable packets.
MicroLife Clear beneficial pond bacteria is a blend of all natural bacteria for treating ponds and lakes. This formulation contains all Bacillus cultures of bacteria chosen for their ability to grow quickly, withstand multiple environmental factors without easily dying off and for their ability to produce the types of enzymes needed to break down the specific wastes you will find in ponds and lakes. There was a scientific approach used in determining which organisms to use, but the real proof has been the effects after using it in ponds and lakes.
MicroLife Clear beneficial pond bacteriacontains 5 different, specially selected, pure stains of Bacillus bacteria that work in ponds and lakes with pH values ranging from 4 to 10. All five strains are facultative anaerobes. Basically they can live and feed with and without oxygen. However, that doesn't mean they work at the same efficiency in both environments. The fact is that they are much more efficient with oxygen. That is why it can take a couple seasons to remove sludge layers in ponds and lakes and only weeks to make a difference in the water column and near the water's surface.
MicroLife Clear Max - Beneficial Bacteria for Stubborn Ponds, Lakes & Reservoirs
MicroLife Clear Max pond and lake bacteria is typically 50 to 100 times more concentrated than other bacteria products on the market today! Great for larger ponds, lakes & reservoirs plus troublesome ponds.
This product is an all-natural formulation of extremely concentrated beneficial bacteria for use in larger lakes & reservoirs plus troublesome ponds. When used regularly, this product will reduce murky water improve (water clarity); reduce ammonia, nitrate, nitrite and phosphorus; reduce bottom sludge (muck); and reduce odors. Net Contents: 25 Pounds (25 1-pound plastic bags or 400 oz).
Directions for Use: Recommended dosing rate is 8 to 16 ounces (oz) per lake surface acre every 2 to 4 weeks or as needed. For best results, the dosing rate should be doubled for the initial treatment.
To apply, there are three different methods:
- Scoop Method - Measure 1 to 4 ounces of dry product and pour directly into the lake. Repeat at different locations throughout the lake or the designated treatment area. This method is preferred for heavily dosing the lake bottom and lake sediments.
- Ladling Method - Dissolve up to 5 pounds of product in 5 gallons of lake water. Next, stir the product so that it's dissolved and has a uniform consistency. Next, scoop up about 16 ounces of the dissolved material and pour into the lake. Repeat this process at different locations throughout the lake.
- Spray Tank Method - Dissolve 5 to 25 pounds of dry product and mix with 25 to 50 gallons of lake water. The product can now be easily applied to the entire lake or the designated lake treatment area.
MicroLife Get The MUCK OUT! - Beneficial Bacteria for Pond Muck Reduction
MicroLife Get the MUCK OUT! is one of our newest pond and lake bacteria products for Pond and Lake Muck Digestion and Reduction! Get the MUCK OUT! is a time released bio-puck formulated to breakdown organic pond and lake sediments (pond and lake muck). Compare MicroLife MUCK OUT! to other pond bacteria products and simply see the difference! Up to 5 times More Concentrated than Other Brands.
MicroLife Get the MUCK OUT! is an all natural formulation of concentrated beneficial bacteria for use in ponds, lakes, aquaculture ponds, ornamental ponds, koi ponds and water garden ponds. Apply this all season product around in shallow areas containing organic pond and lake sediments (pond and lake muck) when water temperature is above 55 degrees Fahrenheit (F). When used regularly, this product will reduce pond and lake muck (organic sediments), reduce murky water (improve water clarity); reduce ammonia, nitrate, nitrite and phosphorus; reduce bottom sludge (muck); and reduce odors. Toss 10 to 20 bio-pucks per surface acre every 2 to 4 weeks or as needed. For best results, the dosing rate should be doubled for the initial treatment. The product comes in a large plastic pail containing 100 4-ounce bio-pucks (25 pounds).
MicroLife Get the MUCK OUT! is a blend of all natural bacteria for treating ponds and lakes. This formulation contains all Bacillus cultures of bacteria chosen for their ability to grow quickly, withstand multiple environmental factors without easily dying off and for their ability to produce the types of enzymes needed to break down the specific wastes you will find in ponds and lakes. There was a scientific approach used in determining which organisms to use, but the real proof has been the effects after using it in ponds and lakes.
MicroLife Get the MUCK OUT! contains 5 different, specially selected, pure stains of Bacillus bacteria that work in ponds and lakes with pH values ranging from 4 to 10. All five strains are facultative anaerobes. Basically they can live and feed with and without oxygen. However, that doesn't mean they work at the same efficiency in both environments. The fact is that they are much more efficient with oxygen. That is why it can take a couple seasons to remove sludge layers in ponds and lakes and only weeks to make a difference in the water column and near the water's surface.
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