Frank Stone attended a half day workshop in Wausau regarding the “What-When and How” of pond fertilization for northern climates. 

The Ashland FRO has the unique distinction of providing technical assistance for the development of numerous tribal fish hatchery operations.  One of the ways we contribute to these programs is by publishing a quarterly newsletter. 

The Midwest Tribal Aquaculture Network (MTAN) is dedicated to assisting tribal hatchery programs through the sharing of cool/cold water fish culture information.  Productivity of fish ponds is increased by using fertilizers to boost the microscopic plants and zooplankton.  The techniques and information gained from this workshop will be featured in a future issue of the MTAN.

The MTAN has been assisting tribal fish hatchery programs for the past sixteen years.  The rewards from this kind of technical assistance is in knowing we are providing information that enables hatchery programs to better utilize their resources and provide a healthier product for the fishery.  The MTAN has also helped to educate fish hatchery workers and direct them to other areas so they can better research their specific needs.