| I think Larry did a fine job of covering explicit details on a solid program to accomplish your agenda.
Keep in mind that the first two years of a tosai's life, prior to sexual maturity can be pushed very hard for growth. Depending on the quality and NOT outgrowing the Beni layers, this is the time to really push the koi for length.
Once a female begins to produce eggs at age 3-4, then the concern of feeding too much at the wrong time comes into play. Now would be a good time to use an all season's food mix for the majority of the year. Keep in mind that one program does not fit all individuals so close observation is important.
Those of us with seasons have it made over what some parts of the world have to deal with. As Larry indicated chillers are a costly albeit effective way to deal with it. But I would think tying in to the coldest temperatures as a time of abstenence from food would also work especially if they have a good algea growth on the pond to sustain them. |