Issues Archive
Current and back issues of POND Trade Magazine including pond business articles, water garden articles, and other pond news.
As I worked through January / February 2026 issue, one theme surfaced again and again: creativity in its most expansive form. Not just creativity as artistry—but creativity as problem-solving, adaptability, passion and perseverance. From massive adventure pond builds and refined presentation techniques, to breeding koi, curating bonsai and sustaining multi-generational businesses, creativity runs in the […]
Every so often, an issue of POND Trade comes together with such synergy that it reminds meexactly why I fell in love with this industry — and the November / December 2025 issue is a perfect example. Across every story — from monumental pond builds to quiet moments of aquatic artistry— the common thread is […]
As cool breezes roll in and the leaves change, our industry enters one of its most vibrant and inspiring seasons. Fall may be the time when ponds start their seasonal rest, but for pond professionals, it is when ideas flourish, connections deepen and the groundwork is laid for the year ahead. This issue captures that […]
Sweet Summertime There’s something magical about summer pond season. Whether it’s the hum of a well-running pump, the flicker of landscape lights on a warm night, or the quiet joy of watching koi glide through still water, this is the time when all your hard work comes to life. You’re the creators of these moments—the […]
Turning the Page, Diving In It is with great pride and excitement that I welcome you to this issue of POND Trade Magazine. When I first joined this vibrant, ever-evolving industry, I couldn’t have imagined the journey ahead. Today, I’m honored to step into the role of publisher, following in the footsteps of my mentor […]
I Bid You Adieu Yes, it’s true. This will be my last issue as the publisher and owner of POND Trade magazine. It has been my pleasure meeting and working with so many of you over the past 12 years. Whether we met or chatted at a conference or trade show, collaborated on an article, […]
Weee-oh! Another year has come and gone. Hopefully you’ve had a great year and manyfantastic completed projects. As with anything you do, there’s always room to better yourself. Heck, that’s why POND Trade has so many readers! Our January / February 2025 issue offers a lot you can learn from. We welcome back Dave Duensing […]
He’s Back … Welcome back, Kent Wallace! It’s been a minute since one of your favorite POND Trade authors has contributed an installment in his bimonthly “Best Practices” series. I think his new article in the November / December 2024 issue will .than make up for his absence. He takes us on a tour of […]
Icing on the Cake The finishing touches — that’s the theme of our cover story this issue. As a gardener and pond owner, that really resonates with me. I’ve chatted over the years with author John Magyar and personally witnessed the impeccable attention to detail he gives his pond builds that help them maintain their […]
Flower Power Oooh la, la. We have not just one but TWO articles about plants in the July /August 2024 issue. If you know me personally, you know that I’m really into flower gardening. I have a huge garden that I love to tend to. Back when I was initially looking into acquiring POND Trade […]