Copper used in the form of copper sulfate, has been used for many years in mass quantities for algae control. Problems were encountered with the rapid loss of copper from solution due to precipitation in hard water. Limited effectiveness, environmental concerns over copper build-up in sediments, and the need for high dosages have been the result. Cutrine Plus overcomes this problem by providing copper in a chelated form, which is non-reactive with other chemical constituents in the water. An economic approach to plant management.
Various herbicides are also available in liquid and granular formulations.
These can be used for selective weed control of specific species or in designated areas without environmental disruption. The ability to tank mix Cutrine-Plus with various aquatic herbicides provides additional versatility and effectiveness when dealing with mixed vegetation populations. Advanced technology in application equipment and techniques has improved the effectiveness and versatility of chemical control. Use of inverting systems, a method by which chemicals are surrounded by oil droplets, improves the contact time between chemicals and submerged aquatic plants. This also reduces chemical requirements.