Ecological Labs AEL20071 Microbe Lift Barley Straw Extract Pond Conditioner for Aquariums, 64-Ounce Review

I like this product but it doesn't come in the easy to measure container that they show in the picture. So it can be hard to measure and a bit messy.

I used to be a big fan of this product, probably and mainly because it came with an adjustable dispenser. Now it comes with an all purpose bottle and I don't think it's as strong as it used to be. Was a decent product. Reduced the quality did not reduce the price

This product image shows a measuring container that you may use. The actual product I received is just a jar of extract with no measure. Luckily I've used this product before and can refill the (smaller) container I have that measures the extract. The product does NOT correspond to the description in the picture.

This is the easiest way to use barley to keep your pond water clean. This is a concentrated barley extract and you add the amount listed in the chart to the gallons of water in your pond. I use a bucket of water, add the required amount of extract and pour it into the pond. My fish like it because they can see where they are swimming. I love it because I can see my beautiful fish.

I have used this product in my 6000 gallon carp pond for many years and it works great when used properly. You should start using this product before you have algae problems and before it gets hot outside. My pond stays clean all summer, but that doesn't stop filamentous algae from forming in the shallow stream that feeds my pond. When I first started using this, I quickly found that if you already have a 'green body of water' to clean it with, it won't work. I have always used this at the…