From about the late 1970s to 2001, the catfish industry had a steady growth.

Catfish started to grow, because row cropping became so unprofitable, and a lot of farmers quit row cropping and started catfish farming.

Now, they're making about 70 cents a pound, and most are pleased with that. They're not making a lot of money now, but they're making enough to make a comfortable living and not worry about losing the farm.

It is a good business to be in. But it's not as profitable per acre as it was in 1980s and 1990s.

I watched it grow in the 1980s and 1990s, and 500 to 1,000 acres of water were being built every year.

The good thing about getting older is that, as you become less attractive, so you have less desire to go out and conquer everyone you see.