I'd suggest up to double the suggested Tilapia stocking rate next year if you choose not to use chemical control. The extra Tilapia will be a huge forage producer for your LMB and once the FA is consumed, the T will do some great work on the pondweed. After the heavy stocking, you can use fewer pounds to maintain FA and other aquatic plant control much more easily.
Rex, I assume you are addressing the �suggested� stocking rate is from by previous post?
If so, you may be correct in doubling to normal Texas tilapia rate of 20 lbs/acre � IF � conditions merit. I don�t believe in blanket recommendations, especially from northern sources for Texas ponds.
My Mozambique tilapia stocking rates are based on seasonal observations that may vary year to year.
I have not found Mozambique tilapia to have ANY obvious effect on pondweed - Grass carp do that job very well and don�t have to be stocked every year.
