15/04/2026
Algae showing up in your lagoon?
You’ve probably heard of barley straw as a low-cost, “natural” fix. But does it actually work?
We broke it down in our latest blog—what it does, when it helps, and where it falls short.
Barley straw can reduce algae under the right conditions, but it’s not a silver bullet. If your lagoon is dealing with nutrient loading, poor mixing, or seasonal swings, you’ll likely need more than a passive approach.
That’s where understanding the root cause matters.
Read the full breakdown here:
https://lagoons.com/blog/can-barley-straw-prevent-lagoon-algae/