Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat 1 gallon (MPN BSEPG4)

The product being described is a concentrated barley straw extract that is enriched with liquid peat. This combination of ingredients offers all the benefits of concentrated barley straw extract, such as helping to maintain an ideal pH in alkaline ponds. Additionally, the liquid peat present in the product provides several advantages for pond water. It softens the water, reduces concentrations of nitrate and phosphate, and serves as a buffering agent and ion attenuation in lined ponds. Furthermore, ponds treated with this product can experience some of the beneficial properties seen in natural earthen ponds. The proper maturation of a pond's ecosystem is essential for clear and healthy water that supports aquatic life. This maturation process involves both microbiological and chemical factors. Microbe-Lift Barley Straw, whether in liquid or dry formulations, aids in the natural chemical maturation of the pond. Just as a pure mountain stream matures over time due to the introduction of natural breakdown products from trees and plants, this product introduces similar natural breakdown products. These substances, including humic and fulvic acid, organic acids, and hydrogen peroxide, help to sequester inorganic compounds, purify the water, and maintain a stable ecosystem in the pond. On the other hand, the biological maturation process relies on the development of symbiotic populations of bacteria. These bacteria help stabilize critical components of the pond, such as carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorous, preventing pollution. While this biological maturation can take time to occur naturally in man-made ponds, using Microbe-Lift PL, a comprehensive ecosystem product, can significantly accelerate the process and mimic the interdependent populations found in mature ponds.