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How to Eliminate Algae Problems in Your Course Ponds and Lakes

Written by Steve Sakurai | Jul 23, 2025 5:00:00 PM

If your golf course, park, or managed property has a lake or pond, chances are you’ve dealt with persistent algae issues. Unsightly algae blooms not only detract from aesthetics but can create odor problems and reduce oxygen levels for fish and aquatic life. 

Before and After: The Power of Effective Treatment 

Look at these before and after images: 

These transformations are possible with the right approach. 

Why Does Algae Keep Coming Back? 

In short, algae thrive on nutrients in the water. These nutrients come from decomposing organic material such as: 

  • Fertilizer and road runoff
  • Grass clippings
  • Fallen leaves and branches
  • Decaying aquatic plants
  • Fish waste 

Unless these nutrient levels are addressed, algae will continue to bloom season after season. 

What’s the Solution? Beneficial Bacteria 

To sustainably reduce algae growth over the long term, you need something that competes with algae for its food source. Beneficial bacteria are your best ally. They naturally consume the nutrients algae feed on, minimizing excessive growth and helping maintain clearer water.

The Critical Role of Inoculation 

While many ponds have naturally occurring beneficial bacteria, optimal results come from ensuring your water is bacteria-dominant. That’s where microbial inoculation becomes crucial. Adding the right blend of bacteria is like fueling a high-performance sports car – without bacteria, your BioBoost Nest has no “fuel” to drive results. 

Tailored microbial blends can be used to establish and maintain strong populations of beneficial bacteria in a pond. This approach ensures effective, long-term algae control and helps promote clearer, healthier water.

How BioBoost Nest Helps 

The BioBoost Nest provides an ideal structure for beneficial bacteria to grow and develop. Combined with proper inoculation, aeration, and oxygenation of your pond, this creates an environment where algae struggles to thrive, leading to clearer, healthier water for the long term. 

 

Watch this quick video to learn how BioBoost Nest cleans up lakes and ponds effectively: '

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