Aquatic Waterbac 250g & Barley Straw Bales 100g

• Description

  Product Size: 250g contains 25 x 10g water soluble sachets
  Application Rate: Each 10g sachet will treat up to 1,000L of water

  Waterbac: Harness the power of natural bacteria

  Waterbac by Aquatic Technologies is made for those who want better water clarity and better smelling water. This can be achieved by harnessing the digestive power of microbes to rid your water of excess nutrients and organic matter.

  Waterbac is completely safe to use in water where fish are present. Waterbac will assist you in gaining control of your pond improving it naturally. Take the safe and natural route by using Aquatic Waterbac.

  How does it work?

  Aquatic Waterbac is a concentrate of naturally occurring aerobic bacteria which has been thought to aid in restoring the balance of water bodies.

  Aquatic Waterbac can help by actively digesting contaminants within your water body that can create foul odours and toxic environments.

  Use this natural aid to help rid your water body of excess nitrogen, phosphorus and other nutrients to keep your water healthy and clear. Reducing excess nutrients may assist in preventing algal growth, aquatic weed growth and improve water quality.

  Barley Straw Bales are perfect for outdoor ponds, fish ponds, water features, garden water tanks and small dams.

  Aquatic Barley Straw Bales are the longest lasting algae suppressant of our Barley Straw range, providing up to six months ¹⁷ control of all types of algae. Aquatic Barley Straw Bales are conveniently packaged and come ready to use in their own net bag with float included. Simply place into the water and leave to float close to the surface. Aquatic Barley Straw Bales are made from 100% natural Australian-grown barley. Perfectly suited for Australian climates and bodies of water. For best results, apply BEFORE algae appears and used as an ongoing preventative method to inhibit algal growth⁸.

   

  

  

   

   

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  Aquatic Technologies can help with

  • Suppressing algae growth
    • Promoting good fish health
    • Removing excess nutrients from the water, including phosphorus, nitrogen, nitrate, ammonia, decomposing organic matter and sludge
    • Improving water clarity
    • Reducing odours

  We have a range of science-backed products to help you with any water related problem, including blue-green algal blooms, water clarity, foul smelling water, and improving the overall health of any water body.

  Aquatic Technologies can help restore the natural balance of your water – ideal for healthy water quality in swimming areas and livestock drinking reserves.

  References [3] Water NSW. (2020). Dangers and Problems of Algae. Available: https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-quality/algae/dangers-and-problems [4] M.D. Ferrier, B.R. Butler, Sr. D.E. Terlizzi, and R.V. Lacouture, “The effects of barley straw (Hordeum vulgare) on the growth of freshwater algae, “Bioresour Technol, vol. 96, no. 16, pp. 1788-95, Nov 2005. [7] G. Wefer, W.H. Berger, K.E. Behre, and E. Jansen, Climate Development and History of the North Atlantic Realm. Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2103. [8] J.M. Pillinger, J.A. Cooper, and I. Ridge, ‘Role of Phenolic Compounds in The Antialgal Activity of Barley Straw, ‘Journal of Chemical Ecology, vol.20, no. 7, 1994. [9] J. Holmes, “Barley Straw: A Natural Algae Inhibitor,” in 4th Annual WIOA NSW Water Industry Engineers & Operators Conference, Bathurst, 2010, pp. 33-39: Slade, M. Pressure Sewer Services Australia, 2020 [10] A. Erickson. (2020). Managing blue-green algae on farms in Western Australia. Available: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/livestock-biosecurity/managing -blue-green-algae-farms-western-australia [11] T. Westrup. (2020). Contaminated farm dams Available: https://www.agric.was.gov.au/water-management/contaminated-farm-dams [12] Agriculture Victoria. (2020). Managing Blue-green algae in farm water supplies. Available: https://agriculature.vic.gov.au/farm-management/water/blue-green-algae-in-water/managing-bluegreen-algae-in-farm-water-supplies [13] EPA, Department for Environment and Water, and Primary Industries and Regions SA, “Post-bushfire water quality in farm dams and creeks,” ed, 2020. [16] C.E.Boyd and C.S. Tucker, Pond Aquaculture Water Quality Management. Springer US, 2012. [17] J. Caffrey, P. R. F. Barrett, K. J. Murphy, and P. M. Wade, Management and Ecology of Freshwater Plants: Proceedings of the 9th International Symposium on Aquatic Weeds, European Weed Research Society. Springer Netherlands, 2012

• How To Use

  How to Use Waterbac

  Application Rate: For shallow ponds and fish ponds (less than 1m) apply at a rate of 10 grams per 1,000 liters of water to be treated. For larger ponds apply at a rate of 250 grams per 25 square meter of water surface area.

  

  How to Use Barley Straw Bales

  Barley Straw Bales begin to take effect within 2 weeks of application.  For best results and to keep your pond fresh, you should replace your Aquatic Barley Straw Bales every 4 to 6 months.

  

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• FAQ

  How does Waterbac work?

  Waterbac is a natural bacteria that can assist in reducing odours, phosphorus, nitrogen, nitrates, ammonia, decomposing organic matter and other contaminants such as manures and fertiliser run-off by breaking them down to restore the natural balance to water bodies.

• Resources

  • Download Waterbac Product Brochure PDF
  • Download Aquatic Water-Bac SDS PDF
  • Download Barley Straw Bales Product Brochure PDF
  • Download Barley Straw Literature Review – The Effects of Barley Straw on Algae PDF
  • Download Barley Straw – How to Use PDF
  • Download Barley Straw Bales Australia Made Certificate PDF
  

   

  References [3] Water NSW. (2020). Dangers and Problems of Algae. Available: https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-quality/algae/dangers-and-problems [4] M.D. Ferrier, B.R. Butler, Sr. D.E. Terlizzi, and R.V. Lacouture, “The effects of barley straw (Hordeum vulgare) on the growth of freshwater algae, “Bioresour Technol, vol. 96, no. 16, pp. 1788-95, Nov 2005. [7] G. Wefer, W.H. Berger, K.E. Behre, and E. Jansen, Climate Development and History of the North Atlantic Realm. Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2103. [8] J.M. Pillinger, J.A. Cooper, and I. Ridge, ‘Role of Phenolic Compounds in The Antialgal Activity of Barley Straw, ‘Journal of Chemical Ecology, vol.20, no. 7, 1994. [9] J. Holmes, “Barley Straw: A Natural Algae Inhibitor,” in 4th Annual WIOA NSW Water Industry Engineers & Operators Conference, Bathurst, 2010, pp. 33-39: Slade, M. Pressure Sewer Services Australia, 2020 [10] A. Erickson. (2020). Managing blue-green algae on farms in Western Australia. Available: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/livestock-biosecurity/managing -blue-green-algae-farms-western-australia [11] T. Westrup. (2020). Contaminated farm dams Available: https://www.agric.was.gov.au/water-management/contaminated-farm-dams [12] Agriculture Victoria. (2020). Managing Blue-green algae in farm water supplies. Available: https://agriculature.vic.gov.au/farm-management/water/blue-green-algae-in-water/managing-bluegreen-algae-in-farm-water-supplies [13] EPA, Department for Environment and Water, and Primary Industries and Regions SA, “Post-bushfire water quality in farm dams and creeks,” ed, 2020. [16] C.E.Boyd and C.S. Tucker, Pond Aquaculture Water Quality Management. Springer US, 2012. [17] J. Caffrey, P. R. F. Barrett, K. J. Murphy, and P. M. Wade, Management and Ecology of Freshwater Plants: Proceedings of the 9th International Symposium on Aquatic Weeds, European Weed Research Society. Springer Netherlands, 2012

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