In this months issue of crappie now online the writer in his opening cast article talks about releasing fish 14 inches and larger because these fish are the main producers of future. Anyone know of any studies on which size fish are the most productive. I know no one can tell others what to keep or release. Most crappie fishermen keep fish to eat and I do to. I did release my personal best 3lb 3 oz, do I wish it was on the wall, sometimes. I now know you can take pictures and people will make you one just like the real thing. I eat a lot of fish but the 11 to 13 inch fish and release anything over 2lb. Don't want to start a debate just any knowledge of big fish and reproduction.