What Is Biological Oxygen Demand and Why Does It Matter in a Pond?
When the demand for oxygen outstrips the supply, your pond’s invisible engine stalls. Bacteria … Read more
How to Estimate the Age and Condition of a Pond from Its Sediment
Your pond’s bottom is a history book. Is it telling a story of health … Read more
Why Old Farm Ponds Become Harder to Manage
Old farm ponds become harder to manage because they accumulate decades of sediment and … Read more
How Sediment Gradually Changes the Ecology of an Aging Pond
Your pond is slowly trying to turn into a meadow. Here is how to … Read more
How to Tell Whether Your Pond Needs Dredging or Just Better Management
Before you spend thousands on a dredge, see if biological management can save your … Read more
How Fast Does Pond Muck Actually Accumulate?
Is your pond filling in faster than you think? Measure the rate of muck … Read more
What Happens to Organic Matter After It Sinks to the Bottom of a Pond
When organic matter sinks to the bottom of a pond, it undergoes a complex … Read more
Why Black Pond Muck Smells Like Rotten Eggs
You do not always need a dredge to get rid of the smell. Let … Read more
What Hydrogen Sulfide in Pond Sediment Means for Pond Health
That rotten egg smell is more than a nuisance; it is a sign of … Read more