Category Archives: Alternative Products

Reefs and Algae

Underwater reef with algae

Symbiotic Algae play a significant role in most marine ecosystems and are responsible for keeping coral reefs healthy. However, this particular type of algae is heavily impacted by ocean pollution, which consequently affects the overall health of coral reefs. Symbiotic Algae is the brown / yellow algae that lives in most coral’s gastrodermis (inner layer […]

Why are certain herbicides banned?

Herbicides, also known as weedkillers, are chemical substances used to control and kill unwanted plants (weeds), leaving the desired plants unharmed. While these products are very useful for farmers, they are not always safe. In fact, many herbicides that were in common use around the world a few years ago are slowly being banned. In […]