Summer is the time of year when pond weeds become most noticeable, interfering with fishing, boating, swimming and the aesthetic qualities of water. There are numerous pond weeds that occur, but ...

Also known as reeds or pencil reeds, bulrushes are considered a valuable part of a lake’s ecosystem. They grow in marshes and along shorelines of lakes and ponds up to eight feet deep and can rise ...

Aquatic plants have adapted to thrive in diverse habitats. Aquatic plants are natural parts of the aquatic ecosystem, used by many different animals as food or shelter. When aquatic plants become a ...

Small ponds and lakes are very common in the Tri-State. Whether they are designed for aesthetics or stocked for fishing, ponds and lakes offer lifelong enjoyment for many home and small farm owners.

The warm spring has created above normal pond water temperatures. Many pond owners are experiencing higher than desired levels of unwanted plants due to the warmer than normal springtime weather. Pond ...

Runaway moss growth can make pond fishing about as exciting as, well, watching moss grow. According to Dr. Michael Masser, Texas Cooperative Extension fisheries specialist, aquatic vegetation is the ...

With warmer temperatures, farm pond owners can now start getting back into the rhythm of active pond management, said Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the University of Arkansas ...