I don't use Tilapia - I don't have FA issues - the little FA growth I have I remove manually and re-purpose as mulch and potting medium. Also...I believe they are illegal in NE - just not worth the hassle for me for the potential upside.

Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after. ~ Henry David Thoreau

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