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Duckweed is a problem that plagues many North American ponds, lakes and dugouts, however it can be removed and even better – it can be prevented!Chemical-Free Duckweed Removal In American Ponds & LakesDuckweed removal is difficult as it seems like chemical herbicides are the only option we have to kill the pesky weed. Many herbicides have been shown to cause cancer and is not Pond Pro’s first choice. If you do choose to use herbicides, spray duckweed every two weeks. As soon as you see new growt …

Algae is a very common problem throughout American 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 PreventionPreventative 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 over 20 years of running a fish farm, we have discove …

Algae Control is Possible with Pond and Lake MaintenanceAlgae is a very common problem throughout ponds in America. 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 And ControlPreventative algae treatment is easy, economical and low-maintenance. Algae prevention is also far more economical that treating it after it has taken o …

Fish Stocking – What you need to know!Ponds and water features are beautiful additions to properties but you may be one of many people looking for a way to be more engaged with their project. Fish Stocking is a great way to do that! From watching the kids feed the fish, to waiting a few years to grow the 20 lb monster - stocking your pond with trout can add hours of enjoyment!The thought of stocking your pond for the first time can be intimidating but we have the go-to list to help you make sure …

Windmill versus Electric Aeration - 10 things to consider when choosing aerationTechnology has advanced so much that the once idealized windmill aeration system is becoming less and less popular. The industry leading electric aeration systems are superior to windmills, in so many ways that an electric aeration system is recommended if power is within 1500 feet. The cost of trenching power to the pond will be made up for in cost-savings and reliability of the high efficiency aeration system such …