Steve S. forwarded a query:
> Does anyone know of a non-synthetic strategy for controlling lily pads-
> especially- in ponds. Are there any fish that may do this? Do ducks and geese
> keep them down?
>
> << I have a 1 1/2 acre partially
> spring-fed pond that's being overrun by lily pads. I would like an organic
> method of killing the lily pads. The pond is on a farm in Ledbetter, TX
> (Lee County). Any suggestions? Thanks.>>>>>>>
Why not take a whole-systems approach and figure out what is
supporting their growth in the first place? Sounds like they're
colonizing. And while one answer to colonizing is killing, that
mindset tends to get humanity in a lot of trouble. I honestly worry
when we in sustainable and organic ag get trapped in the same mindset
as conventional ag: TOO MUCH, KILL! KILL!
peace
misha
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