Aquatic Plants & Management

We have a number of resources and experts available to help pond owners identify native and invasive aquatic plants and provide solutions for nuisance species found in Texas ponds. Resources include publications, online courses and recorded webinars that cover topics like algae and submerged, emerging and floating plants.

Related Departments: Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Animal Science, Agricultural Economics, Ecology and Conservation Biology

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Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory

The Texas AgriLife Extension Service Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory provides research-based analysis and diagnostics for owners of private waters and the stakeholders of Texas.
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Aquatic Plants & Management

Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
Program

This program provides expertise and resources related to topics including sportfish management, aquaculture, fish species and production, ponds, aeration, water quality, aquaponics and aquatic vegetation.

Aquatic Plant Management Series Bundle

This four-course aquatic vegetation series provides landowners and pesticide applicators biological information for submerged, algae, floating, and emergent species of problematic aquatic plants found in Texas.

All Resources on Aquatic Plants & Management

  • Tools and Apps

    The AquaPlant diagnostic tool is designed to help land owners identify and manage plants in their ponds or tanks.

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  • Program

    This program provides expertise and resources related to topics including sportfish management, aquaculture, fish species and production, ponds, aeration, water quality, aquaponics and aquatic vegetation.

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  • Lab

    The Texas AgriLife Extension Service Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory provides research-based analysis and diagnostics for owners of private waters and the stakeholders of Texas.

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  • Tools and Apps

    PondCalc is a comprehensive tool for recreational pond users as well as aquaculture producers, allowing users to quickly and easily calculate the number of acre-feet.

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