Chemicals are applied to ponds and lakes to control aquatic weeds, to eliminate undesirable fish, to control undesirable insects and aquatic vertebrates, and to correct undesirable water quality problems. Pond owners are often confused by terminology, units of measure, and formulations. This publication explains how to safely and effectively use chemicals for pond management.
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Status and Revision History
- In Review on February 3, 2009
- Published on May 7, 2009
- Published with Full Review on May 2, 2012
- Published with Major Revisions on April 17, 2017
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