The Farm Fishpond 2049 



5. With reference to a combination dike and excavated pond, state 

 how the ground should be prepared for building the dike, the thickness 

 of the dike, and how to make the pond water-tight. 



6. What do you think would be the cost of building a half-acre pond? 

 the cost of maintenance? 



7. Name the fresh-water fishes you prefer for home use. 



8. State briefly the steps to be taken in stocking a fishpond. How 

 soon after stocking may one expect to harvest fishes of edible size? 



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