jighead I hope others respond to this question. I could not respond to your other question b/c linked to old server i guess. Do what you will, some food will help growth. I think the fish might eat less if fed higher protein??

We manage about 50 ponds with feeders. IMHO I disagree with many folks here on this subject. The fish are healthier than ever and seem to bite more agressively than prior to supplemental feeding program.

I have a much larger data base to pull from other than just a pondowner with one pond. I have not been the pond of many folks here but feel fish are not biting for other reaons rather than "feeding too much". I agree I like the food gone in 5-10 mins not 15 mins. I also agree feeding program not cheap, but how much did the pond cost, how much are the fish you stock. By feeding you have much better growth rates especially catfish and trout. So your choice I just wanted to stress not everyone thinks feeding too much results in poor fishing success, in fact I think quite the oppostie.

Greg Grimes
www.lakework.com