Pond Boss Forums AQUATIC VEGETATION Controlling unwanted plants What do yall think?

Hi Mike
Congratulations on the new place and good luck with the new pond. I have a similar scenario as my pond is 2 acres and I just moved in March 1st. This old, established and yet, neglected pond has become my passion to bring it back. I just installed an aeration system last week and I know I have a lot of work ahead of me, mainly removing the FA mats and controlling the weeds. I treated with Cutrine plus liquid about a month ago which turned the mats a yellowish color but they're still floating and the pond is now covered in Duckweed. While on the pond to start removing those mats last night I also noticed a ton of what appears to be hydrilla, and very thick. I've been contemplating tilapia for the FA but I know it's getting late in the season and they likely won't survive past Fall.

I'm trying to decide if it's still a good investment as I've read on this forum about the great results. But I can't find anyone local and not much info on the right (trustworthy and reliable) place to get them.

I'm near Lincoln, NE. Any ideas or suggestions on where or who to contact for stocking Tilapia?

Thanks in advance for any help.

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