We found out quite a few years back that we were growing more weeds and algae using fertilizer. In turn we were having to use more chemicals
and carp to control the "greenery".
Therefore we started coloring the water deeper than 18 inches, feeding the fish (that is how people grow), and aerating our ponds. No problems since then!
Question to ponder! Most anyone who has farmed has used pond water to irrigate their crops, right? Why do you think they do this? It has been proven that crops grow quicker and larger when irrigated this way. Guess what guys! Fish poop :p ! Nature has set up its own way to fertilize ponds. I sure would hate to know someone at daycare added fertilizer to my son's mash potatoes so that he would grow.
Bet I have ruffled a few feathers, but it is something to think about.
Deb
