Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
On 7/28/2011 6:38 PM, William Buchanan wrote: Is Basic H2 the same as Basic H? I have been having trouble finding the reg Basic H. Chris Same stuff but double strength, so you use half as much. Probably done to save on shipping costs. Julian ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
I am interspersing my reply on this one!!! --- On Thu, 7/28/11, Mary Swindell mswin...@siu.edu w However, another solution which you touched upon is an aerating fountain. That involves some up-front cost, but might be the most natural, non-invasive solution of all. I know someone who has a floating aerating fountain connected to a dedicated windmill. The windmill drives the fountain pump so that no other power source is needed. This might be a good solution. One of the locals here started raising fish. And yes, each pond has a windmill for aeration. Never a sign of algae issues, not even when they drain to harvest the crop. Another approach: I have added several geese to my farm over the past 2 years, and I have no algae nor pond weed anymore. I wasn't sure if the waterfowl addition would be good or bad for the pond, but so far it seems to have a fairly benevolent effect. Of course, you have to put up with a little honking and squabbling of the birds from time to time, ha ha! Geese and most ducks are great at reducing unwanted growth Ducks are perhaps, a bit messier in some respects, but geese will also 'weed' gardens.If you can get the fowl to lay eggs in one location, you then have a second product to sell-- all the nutrition in those eggs from the water weeds and algae , lower cholesterol than factory farm eggs, etc... And I don't mind the honking--why live in the country if you can't appreciate all the smells and sounds? Terry W Ohio Mary Swindell ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
Terry, I am glad to hear information about the Aquashade -- I did not know much about it and have never used it. Personally, I do not like the idea of coloring the water anyway, as it looks fake and the possible toxicity is always a worry. So that pretty much settles it for me: I would not consider this as a solution to keeping algae off livestock ponds. However, another solution which you touched upon is an aerating fountain. That involves some up-front cost, but might be the most natural, non-invasive solution of all. I know someone who has a floating aerating fountain connected to a dedicated windmill. The windmill drives the fountain pump so that no other power source is needed. This might be a good solution. Another approach: I have added several geese to my farm over the past 2 years, and I have no algae nor pond weed anymore. I wasn't sure if the waterfowl addition would be good or bad for the pond, but so far it seems to have a fairly benevolent effect. Of course, you have to put up with a little honking and squabbling of the birds from time to time, ha ha! Mary Swindell At 05:01 PM 7/28/2011, you wrote: Message: 3 Date: Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:59:40 -0700 (PDT) From: Terry huntnda...@yahoo.com To: blackbelly@lists.blackbellysheep.info Subject: Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds Message-ID: 1311814780.78004.yahoomailclas...@web81703.mail.mud.yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 The products that that are made to reduce light levels in ponds are not safe for people-- why would you want to have your animals drink it? Barley straw 'floats' reduce algal blooms in waterways, without introducing chemicals that may potentially harm the environment or the health of people or animals that enjoy the water. When I did my internship at an arboretum, It was made known to all employees and volunteers-- to NOT 'shaded' water from the lily pond in our eyes or accidently swallow any. I have noticed in several locations-- Good aeration helps reduce algae, as does a cover of duckweed! Terry W Ne Ohio ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
In addition to being a wormer, Basic H prevents algae from growing in your tanks. If you don't have fish, you could try Basic H to keep the algae in check. Julian On 7/28/2011 3:56 PM, Mary Swindell wrote: Terry, I am glad to hear information about the Aquashade -- I did not know much about it and have never used it. Personally, I do not like the idea of coloring the water anyway, as it looks fake and the possible toxicity is always a worry. So that pretty much settles it for me: I would not consider this as a solution to keeping algae off livestock ponds. However, another solution which you touched upon is an aerating fountain. That involves some up-front cost, but might be the most natural, non-invasive solution of all. I know someone who has a floating aerating fountain connected to a dedicated windmill. The windmill drives the fountain pump so that no other power source is needed. This might be a good solution. Another approach: I have added several geese to my farm over the past 2 years, and I have no algae nor pond weed anymore. I wasn't sure if the waterfowl addition would be good or bad for the pond, but so far it seems to have a fairly benevolent effect. Of course, you have to put up with a little honking and squabbling of the birds from time to time, ha ha! Mary Swindell ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
Is Basic H2 the same as Basic H? I have been having trouble finding the reg Basic H. Chris - Original Message - From: Julian Hale jbh...@comcast.net To: blackbelly@lists.blackbellysheep.info Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 7:52 PM Subject: Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds In addition to being a wormer, Basic H prevents algae from growing in your tanks. If you don't have fish, you could try Basic H to keep the algae in check. Julian On 7/28/2011 3:56 PM, Mary Swindell wrote: Terry, I am glad to hear information about the Aquashade -- I did not know much about it and have never used it. Personally, I do not like the idea of coloring the water anyway, as it looks fake and the possible toxicity is always a worry. So that pretty much settles it for me: I would not consider this as a solution to keeping algae off livestock ponds. However, another solution which you touched upon is an aerating fountain. That involves some up-front cost, but might be the most natural, non-invasive solution of all. I know someone who has a floating aerating fountain connected to a dedicated windmill. The windmill drives the fountain pump so that no other power source is needed. This might be a good solution. Another approach: I have added several geese to my farm over the past 2 years, and I have no algae nor pond weed anymore. I wasn't sure if the waterfowl addition would be good or bad for the pond, but so far it seems to have a fairly benevolent effect. Of course, you have to put up with a little honking and squabbling of the birds from time to time, ha ha! Mary Swindell ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
Re: [Blackbelly] Algae bloom in ponds
The products that that are made to reduce light levels in ponds are not safe for people-- why would you want to have your animals drink it? Barley straw 'floats' reduce algal blooms in waterways, without introducing chemicals that may potentially harm the environment or the health of people or animals that enjoy the water. When I did my internship at an arboretum, It was made known to all employees and volunteers-- to NOT 'shaded' water from the lily pond in our eyes or accidently swallow any. I have noticed in several locations-- Good aeration helps reduce algae, as does a cover of duckweed! Terry W Ne Ohio --- On Wed, 7/27/11, Mary Swindell mswin...@siu.edu wrote: Another idea for your pond: Have you thought of using Aquashade? It is available in farm stores, and I think it keeps the algae bloom down by coloring the water so that sunlight cannot penetrate, therefore algae cannot grow. I have never used this product but I have heard it is safe for livestock. Maybe one of our other readers knows something about Aquashade. Mary Swindell ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbellysheep.info
