Rainman, I believe I have as much experience with using Tilapia for FA control and forage production in this part of the country as anyone I know with the exception of Meadowlark, a previous poster that I credit with popularizing the use of tilapia for FA control and forage production for LMB.
I am not sure that our definition of �heavy� FA differs, having several years experience with extreme infestations and dramatic results within very short periods.
It is obvious that it must be a northern/southern thing as far as stocking rates, however 40 pounds/acres appears excessive to me, whether north or south.
I rely totally upon Todd Overton�s recommendations for Tilapia stocking rates and would invite his participation in this discussion, but it would not be timely with current travel and preparations for the up-coming conference.
I believe he will address this subject at the conference.
I will await your discussion with Todd regarding this subject of stocking rates.
Todd is likely the largest grower and producer of tilapia in this part of this country.
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