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Oklahoma Water Resources Center

The Oklahoma Water Resources Center provides informative resources and specialists for producers in need of water expertise in many different areas such as: animal care and production, environment and recreation, and crop production.

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Pond Management Topics:

Aquaponics

Aquatic Plants

Aquatic & Terrestrial Ecosystems

Fish in Ponds

Weeds, Algae & Other Pond Problems

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Fact Sheet

Yellow Grub - A Common Fish Parasite

A general overview of the yellow grub fish parasite and how to eliminate the pest from ponds.

Fish in Ponds Fish in Streams and Lakes Fisheries Pond Management

Fact Sheet

Copper Sulfate – An Often Overused Chemical in Pond Management

The risks and management practices of using copper sulfate in ponds in Oklahoma.

Pond Management Weeds, Algae & Other Pond Problems

Fact Sheet

The Pond Owner’s Plea

A first person speech about wanting to understand pond maintenance.

Pond Management

Fact Sheet

Successful Pond Profile – Noble County

Learn from another pond owner’s experience how to repair and manage a pond in need of work.

Aquatic & Terrestrial Ecosystems Fish in Ponds Pond Management Weeds, Algae & Other Pond Problems

Fact Sheet

Frequently Asked Farm Pond Questions

Commonly asked questions about things like cleaning dirty ponds, dead fish, leaks and much more.

Pond Management

Fact Sheet

Are Herbicides Safe to Use in My Pond?

Dispel worries arising from misunderstandings about aquatic herbicides by learning how to safely utilize them.

Herbicides Insects, Pests, and Diseases Pesticides Pond Management Water Water & Environmental Issues Weeds, Algae & Other Pond Problems

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Grass Carp for Pond Weed Management

While the initial cost of grass carp may be higher than an herbicide application, this guide will help determine if they are cheaper for you long-term.

Fish in Ponds Pond Management Weeds, Algae & Other Pond Problems

Fact Sheet

Improve Fishing in Your Pond

Instead of eliminating fish and starting from scratch, pond owners can use this information as a guide for making good choices to improve what they have.

Fish in Ponds Fisheries Pond Management Recreational Fishing

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