Ponds and lakes

Effective microorganisms help develop and maintain a functioning ecosystem in all types of water by restoring balance. They improve water quality, reduce algae and sludge build up by breaking down excess nutrients and stimulating the nutrient cycle in the water.

Accumulated rotten organic matter (sludge) is indicative that the waster is in a state of oxygen deficiency. Putrefying bacteria inside the sludge produce harmful gases such as methane and ammonia. The addition of effective microorganisms to the pond helps oxygenate the water and the effective fermentation bacteria will start to decompose the sludge. As well as this, phototrophic bacteria consume harmful gases so foul odours are neutralised. Depending on the condition of the water, mineral support can be provided alongside effective microorganisms. 

Compacted balls fermented with effective microorganisms can be sunk in the water to sit amongst the sludge layer at the bottom. The effective microorganisms contained in the balls start to decompose the sludge around them. Rock dust, effective microorganism ceramic powder, active microbes and bokashi are mixed and formed into balls. These are then allowed to ferment for a few weeks out of direct sunlight. During storage these balls will activate and form a fur like mould over the surface. When ready, they are then distributed throughout ponds with large amounts of sludge.