The backbone of every healthy pond food chain is two of the most productive and proven forage minnows available.
No pond ecosystem is complete without a strong minnow population. Fathead minnows and golden shiners are the two most widely stocked and relied-upon forage fish in freshwater pond management and for good reason. These small but mighty fish form the critical link between the pond's microscopic food sources and its larger predators, feeding bass, catfish, crappie, and virtually every other sport fish you stock. A thriving minnow population means faster growing, healthier game fish throughout your entire fishery.
Stocking Rate
New Ponds: Fathead Minnows, 10-20 lbs per acre.
Existing Ponds: Golden Shiner, 10-20 lbs per acre.
