Stocking rates of 10-50 pounds is considered the standard recommendation but as always, it all depends......
IMO 50 lbs tilapia is overkill unless extreme circumstance.
Grass carp should play a role in your equation.
I regret I didn't have the opportunity of hearing your presentation at the PB conference so I do not know your credentials of managing your personal ponds.
I am aware of your marketing efforts and start-up of your new venture.
We have six years experience of successful tilapia management of our N.E. Texas ponds and a strong supporter of their usage.
My position in this discussion is from point of view of the customer, and have absolutely no commercial interest in the marketing of tilapia.
Yes “it all depends” – perhaps there are different stocking requirements for northern ponds.
I wish you the very best of luck in your tilapia venture.
