Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat 16 oz. (MPN BSEP16)

All the benefits of Concentrated Barley Straw Extract are combined with added Liquid Peat to help maintain an ideal pH in alkaline ponds. This product is rich in organic peat, which has the ability to soften pond water. By reducing nitrate and phosphate concentrations in the water column, it provides a buffering agent and ion attenuation in lined ponds. Additionally, it gives them some of the beneficial properties found in earthen ponds. The process of maturing a pond biologically and chemically is crucial for maintaining clear and healthy water for aquatic life. Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Liquid & Dry formulations assist in this maturation process by introducing natural chemicals to the pond, similar to how a pure mountain stream matures over time with the introduction of natural breakdown products. These breakdown products contain substances such as humic and fulvic acid, along with organic acids, which can sequester inorganic compounds and prevent them from reaching unbalanced levels. These natural products can also aid in the purification of the pond by slowly releasing hydrogen peroxide when they react with sunlight. The production of hydrogen peroxide at appropriate levels helps to purify the water without harming desirable aquatic life. Biological maturation is achieved through the development of symbiotic populations of bacteria, which stabilize the organic and inorganic components of the pond. These bacteria promote important biogeochemical cycles, such as the carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorous cycles, which are essential for all forms of aquatic life. The stable components created by these bacteria prevent pollution in the pond. However, it can take time to achieve biological maturation in a man-made pond, and certain practices like cleaning out the pond can interrupt this process. Microbe-Lift PL can greatly accelerate the biological maturation process by mimicking the complex interdependent populations found in a mature pond. The provided table outlines the recommended amounts of Microbe Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract Plus Peat based on pond size. The table indicates the initial application amount, as well as the subsequent amounts to be applied over the following three weeks and for ongoing maintenance, depending on the size of the pond in gallons.