How to Set Up an Algae Farm

There are various types of algae known to consumers and fish owners. The slimy green substance generally grows along the interior of aquariums and bowls, especially after long periods of time in the water. Although popular belief is that algae is harmful, some amount of algae is necessary to promote a healthy water-based environment. Therefore, various people choose to farm algae. The amount of people farming algae is increasing over the years due to the prospect that algae may be an alternative to fuel. You can farm your own small amount of algae in your home with a few simple procedures.

Aquarium
Rocks
Live plants
Aquarium thermometer
Pure sugar
Knife
Jar

Instructions

- 1
  Set an aquarium in a sunny location in your home such as near a window. Avoid placing the aquarium in a location where wind is not limited.
- 2
  Place rocks at the bottom of the aquarium. Fill the aquarium with water and place an aquarium thermometer in the water. This will allow you to determine the temperature of the water. Algae plants and growth enjoy temperatures above 70 F.
- 3
  Position live plants at the bottom of the aquarium to promote algae growth.
- 4
  Add pure sugar to the aquarium as foods that are high in sugar promote algae growth. Add sugar daily to help grow algae.
- 5
  Scrape the algae from the aquarium by hand or with a knife and move it to a smaller location, such as a jar.
- 6
  Fill the jar approximately halfway with water from the aquarium. Place the smaller jar in a cool location with reduced light to continue algae growth and leave the jar untapped. Promote growth by adding sugar to the jar.

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