Pat, I think it's more of an issue of getting quality feed from either Cargill, Purina or other known sources. The BG will do just fine on Purina Game Fish Chow but will get bigger on AMAX. I've never used Cargill due to availability in my area but a lot of others here do with good results.

Some of the other stuff might work as well but I've seen some that is junk that is sold at feed stores. I tried some that my fish just wouldn't eat. I'm no Biologist so I go ahead and spend the extra $.

Why take a chance for the difference in costs?

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP