ML :

My order was placed for the LMB last winter.They will be between 8-10 in. depending on when the hatchery and my ponds are ready , probably late Oct. In this case I have used the same source as some of Greg's fish . I do not buy all my fish from them but have used them for over 10 years and have been amazed at the quality of the product delivered. I bought some 10-12 in Fla. LMB from this source when they were selling only F1's for the reasons we have discussed. They were reluctant to sell the Fla.s as they did not want an unhappy buyer down the road. Only after I told them the fish were going in ponds with northerns and the idea was to introduce the Fla. genes did they agree to sell them. When the fish arrived they were 10-12 in. and averaged 1.3 lbs. They looked like small footballs . Beautiful fish in all respects from their coloration to their condition. They have through selective breeding developed the product described . I trust the owners based on prior history and their product after checking it out. That is , I agree , a variable in the expir. and we will see how it works. Because I support many suppliers in the pond mgt. busines I do not post names with products . I will send you a PM with the name and address if you would like it.

See below for expir. facts . I am following this plan .

http://www.pondboss.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=20;t=001433