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Current research at OSU:Barley Straw and Aphanizomenon flos-aquae (AFA)
Reports on Barley Straw Efficacy
There's a lot of information out there on barley straw and its reputed properties for algae control. On the whole, the consensus seems to be that rotting barley straw does reduce populations of some types of algae in some situations. We've found the following resources to be useful and to provide a relatively balanced perspective on the issue. We've avoided slams and encomiums. Please let us know if you know about weblinks, popular press articles, and scientific papers on the subject. The following resources are rated "positive" and "cautious" in terms of their take on the efficacy of barley straw for algae control. We urge you to carefully examine all resources before going to the trouble and expense of a straw application. Web Sites
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