Cecil I would recommend mixed sex tilapia at a rate of 30lbs per acre. You are experimenting and the results have implications about market potential in northern ponds. Aquaculturists interested in this market may shy away from the need to sex their tilapia stock and find a market for their females. There are "all male stocks" available but aren't 100% males.
Rainman is right, bluegill and SMB will put heavy pressure on tilapia fry.
Good luck.
Thanks for the feedback gentlemen!
Todd,
What size do you recommend for planting into a pond with 10 to 12 inch yellow perch and adult bluegills to 1.3 lbs. (most 8 to 9 inches)? I don't have any smallmouth anymore. No bass whatsoever.
