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Research article posted at the bottom of the page. If you’re running a greenhouse, you already know how much pressure there is to improve yield, reduce disease, and keep inputs under control. Water quality plays a bigger role in that than most people realize, especially in recirculating systems where small issues can compound quickly. One area that’s getting more attention, and for good reason, is ozonated fertigation. We’ve seen firsthand how properly applied ozone can impro

Municipal reservoirs are often quiet, stable sources of drinking water—until something begins to change. Many water utilities first notice a problem when treatment becomes more difficult or customer complaints start appearing. By that point, the underlying issue has often been developing in the reservoir for months or even years. In many cases, the root cause is oxygen depletion and thermal stratification within the reservoir . When deep water loses oxygen, it can trigger a c

Municipal drinking water systems depend heavily on the quality of their source reservoirs. When those reservoirs begin to deteriorate, treatment costs increase, operational complexity rises, and regulatory pressure often follows. In some cases, prolonged water quality problems can even lead to outside intervention or loss of local control over a system. That was the situation facing a municipal water plant whose primary reservoir had begun experiencing severe seasonal stratif

Which Aeration Method Actually Fixes Lake Stratification? Lake and reservoir managers often face a critical decision when addressing water quality problems: Should they use surface aeration or deep water aeration? Both technologies introduce oxygen into water systems, but they solve very different problems  and deliver oxygen in fundamentally different ways. Understanding the differences between these two aeration strategies is essential for improving reservoir health, reduci

Manganese is a common water quality challenge for drinking water utilities that rely on lakes  and reservoirs as raw water sources. Elevated manganese levels can cause dark discoloration, metallic taste, staining of plumbing fixtures, and increased treatment costs at municipal water plants. One of the most effective ways to control manganese in reservoirs is  deep water aeration ,  which maintains dissolved oxygen in deeper water layers and prevents manganese release  from la

Understanding Metal Release in Lakes and Drinking Water Reservoirs Iron and manganese are naturally occurring metals commonly found in lakes, reservoirs, and other surface water sources used for municipal drinking water supplies. While small amounts are normal, elevated concentrations can create significant challenges for drinking water treatment plants. High levels of iron and manganese can cause: Discolored water Metallic taste Black or brown staining Increased chemical dem

How Waldron, Arkansas Reduced Manganese by 90% and Stabilized Drinking Water Quality Municipal drinking water reservoirs frequently struggle with low dissolved oxygen levels, manganese release from sediments, and high color levels in raw water . These issues can dramatically increase treatment costs and threaten regulatory compliance. In 2014 , the city of Waldron  faced a serious water quality challenge in its drinking water reservoir. The municipal lake that supplies the ci

Water quality is one of the most important — and often overlooked — factors in commercial greenhouse production. Contaminated irrigation water can introduce pathogens, algae, and biofilm that weaken plant roots, slow growth, and increase crop losses. A large-scale irrigation water study conducted at Metrolina Greenhouses  evaluated the impact of ozonated irrigation water  on plant growth, crop production speed, and greenhouse operational efficiency. The results were significa

Maximizing Growth and Sustainability: Ozone Treatment for Lettuce Production In the ever-evolving horticulture industry, innovative water...