LR great post. We need this kind of information on GC management. Ideally it sounds as if a guy wants to keep them in for 5-6 years then remove/extirpate as that's when they become less efficient/lazy/gigantic. I want my pondweed controlled, and don't want to use chemicals, but don't want a turbid pond devoid of vegetation altogether. Tilapia is probably the best bet for me, but that's an annual cost for me probably around $500 where GC is a $100 investment good for 5+ years. $2,500 vs $100 and a good crossbow. Hmmmmm


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