My smb know nothing of pellets. I bought a bag and set up a feeder last year but had poor results. I live 20 miles from the pond and at best I visit weekly. I'll keep track of the SMB and cull BG, YP and SMB accodingly to acheive maximum SMB growth without feeding. Thats my plan - and if & when it gets out of hand - I'll supplement some LMB - and maybe some other lone - top end predators.

FH