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POND Trade is a trade magazine serving the water feature, water garden, and koi industry.
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08/06/2025

Water has been shaped with intention, artistry, and reverence for over 12,000 years—and today's designers are the next link in that legacy. 🌍💧
In Water Feature Design - A Historical Context, Mike Gannon explores how cultures from ancient Mesopotamia to Machu Picchu, the Taj Mahal to Japan’s Zen gardens, all saw water shaping not just as function—but as sacred form.
From cascading aqueducts to quiet reflecting pools, water features have long been a symbol of abundance, peace, and beauty. Now it’s our turn to carry that craft forward.
👉 Discover the timeless art and global roots of water feature design:
🔗 https://www.pondtrademag.com/water-feature-design-a-historical-context/

07/30/2025

What if the secret to crystal-clear, chemical-free pond water was... tiny bubbles? 💧✨
In Tiny Bubble Super Powers: Staring Down the Bacteria Behind Algae, Larry Carnes of Reflections Water Gardens shares how microbubble and nanobubble technology is revolutionizing water clarity, reducing algae, and supporting healthier ecosystems—from backyard swimming ponds to large-scale public water features.
Less sludge, fewer chemicals, and cleaner water down to the bottom—this oxygen-rich solution could change the way you think about filtration and pond care.
👉 Dive into the science and real-world results:
🔗 https://www.pondtrademag.com/the-super-powers-of-microbubble-and-nanobubble-technology/

07/26/2025

🚨 Calling all POND-trepreneurs! 🚨

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07/23/2025

Understanding Koi Shows:
Thinking about entering your koi in a show—or just want to deepen your appreciation for the art of Nishikigoi? 🐟🏆
In Understanding Koi Shows: Rules, Organizations and Prizes, Taro Kodama of Kodama Koi Farm breaks down everything you need to know—from judging standards and award categories to the rich tradition behind koi clubs in both Japan and the U.S.
Whether you're new to the hobby or a seasoned keeper, koi shows are a powerful way to learn, connect, and celebrate this beautiful passion with others who share it.
👉 Explore the full guide to koi show culture and competition:
🔗https://www.pondtrademag.com/understanding-koi-shows/

07/16/2025

Nearly 200 koi, 100,000 gallons, and a vision brought to life. 🐟✨
Cooper Sallade from , tell us about designing and building a stunning formal koi pond from the ground up—tailored for high-end Japanese koi, engineered for water clarity, and styled for timeless elegance.
With advanced filtration, thoughtful construction, and an eye for design, this project redefines what’s possible in luxury pondscaping.
👉 See the full transformation and dive into the design:
🔗 https://www.pondtrademag.com/designing-a-formal-koi-pond/

07/10/2025

Tackling large pond clean-outs solo? 💪 Sean Cudmore of shares his game-changing tool — the WaterVac — that makes even multi-thousand-gallon jobs safer, faster, and fish-friendly.
The WaterVac lets you clean like a pro while conserving water and protecting aquatic life.
👉 Discover how solo contractors like Sean are leveling up their maintenance game:
🔗 https://www.pondtrademag.com/a-solo-contractors-secret-weapon-the-watervac/

07/05/2025

Emily Lane of explains how pollinators are the unsung heroes of a thriving pondscape — from bees and butterflies to hummingbirds and beetles, these tiny visitors are essential to your water garden’s beauty and balance!
Discover how to attract them with plant choices, design tips, and natural habitat features that turn your pond into a buzzing, blooming ecosystem.
Get the full guide to building a pollinator-friendly pond:
👉 https://www.pondtrademag.com/how-to-attract-pollinators-to-your-water-garden/

07/02/2025

We did it AGAIN! 🎉💧

Issue 30, Volume 4 of POND Trade Magazine is officially out in the world—and what an issue it is! While it's our second issue as the new crew, it’s packed with fresh energy, bold ideas, and stories that speak to the heart of this industry.

From lighting design that transforms ponds after dark ✨, to pollinator-friendly planting tips 🐝, to deep dives into koi shows, water vacs, ancient design, imposter syndrome—and even tiny bubbles saving big ecosystems—this issue might just be our most dynamic one yet.

Massive thanks to my right-hand creative powerhouse —you continue to breathe vision and clarity into every page. 🫶

To the contributors, advertisers, and everyone making waves in this industry: THANK YOU. Let’s keep telling these stories. Let’s keep growing.

💥 Flip through it. Share it. Celebrate it.
📰 https://www.pondtrademag.com/july-august-2025/

07/01/2025

Expert insights, hands-on education, industry innovation, and a celebration of the Water Artisans of the Year — the 2025 Water Garden Expo hosted by was a can’t-miss event for the pond community! Be sure to sign up for 2026- You don't want to miss it!
Get the full scoop on everything that went down:
👉 https://www.pondtrademag.com/2025-water-garden-expo-round-up/

06/27/2025

📈 The two most important days in a business owner’s journey:
The day you start — and the day you exit.
Frank Congilose, CEO of C&A Financial Group with 40+ years of experience, shares expert strategies on maximizing your business’s value and preparing for a successful exit.
Start planning your future today:
👉 https://www.pondtrademag.com/the-two-most-important-days-in-a-business-owners-journey/

06/24/2025

🐟 Ever wondered what life is really like as a koi farmer and dealer?
Marlon Ngo, President of i, shares the behind-the-scenes reality — from long hours on the farm to cross-country travel for shows, client relationships, and the passion that fuels it all.
Dive into his journey here:
👉 https://www.pondtrademag.com/life-as-a-koi-farmer-dealer/

06/21/2025

🌊 Driftwood is more than just weathered wood — it brings a rugged, romantic charm to any water feature or landscape design.
Mike Gannon of explores the value, quality, and species of driftwood, while offering expert tips on how to source and use it creatively:
👉 https://www.pondtrademag.com/driftwood-for-water-features/

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