We have been, in the North Texas area, living with drought for several years. I have learned that biomass can be my biggest danger. In years of plentiful rainfall, I followed the fertilization mantra and increased my ponds carrying capacity. Sounded like a good idea.

Then the water levels dropped and I had the equivalent of 125 to 150% of the carrying capacity, per acre, in 75% of the water. The results should have been predictable. The DO crashes taught me to play defense. I no longer fertilize and am now at 50% capacity.

It is my belief that reducing the fish biomass is key to drought survival. Of course, in my case, the extended drought is indicating starting over. There's not much defense available to prepare for a dry water hole.

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa