Updates and Articles

Invasive carp deterrent project moves ahead

August 5, 2025

FMR was proud to be part of the Stop Carp Coalition's success last year to secure state funding for an invasive carp deterrent in the Mississippi River. Will the project be completed in time to block these fishes' upstream progress? Read more

What's that foam on the Mississippi River?

July 9, 2025

Bubbly off-white puffs of foam on the surface of the river can be disconcerting. Is this phenomenon a sign of something harmful in the water? Read more

Sheep graze the way for native plants at solar site

July 3, 2025

Nearly 500 solar grazers have been hard at work eating weedy plants and making room for native pollinator-supporting plants under hundreds of acres of solar panels. Read more

Rare birds flock to little-known Maplewood grassland

July 2, 2025

Grassland birds are under immense pressure due to habitat loss, but there's a special corner of habitat near Battle Creek Regional Park. Learn more about this site's uncertain future and how you can get a glimpse of its feathered residents. Read more

Fueling change: FAQ on sustainable aviation and protecting our waters

June 16, 2025

FMR supporters always have good questions about complex topics. We put together this FAQ to make it easy to get the facts about the promise and potential pitfalls around sustainable aviation fuel. Read more

Ignoring science, undermining public trust: A concerning SAF proposal in Congress

June 16, 2025

Ignoring a key emissions measurement known as "indirect land use change" would undermine climate goals, threaten water quality and violate basic scientific principles. Read more

Sediment-laden runoff during spring on bare, brown cropland.

FMR statement on the shootings of Rep. Hortman, Sen. Hoffman

June 16, 2025

Speaker Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman represent Mississippi River districts, and have been frequent collaborators and allies in FMR's policy work. Read more

The front entrance to the Minnesota Capitol building

Where we work: Camp Cozy Park

June 15, 2025

Located on a peninsula along the Elk River, this former summer resort turned 48-acre city park is home to diverse habitats including two remnant prairies, woodlands and river floodplains. Read more

Welcome to our newest staff and board member

June 13, 2025

We're thrilled to welcome Meghan Anderson, our new Biofuels Policy Manager and Yumi Kashihara, our new board member. We're also lucky to welcome back Ivy Song to support our stewardship team this season. Read more

FMR making the case for sustainable aviation fuel in the Strib

June 12, 2025

In case you missed it, FMR has been making the case for winter-hardy oilseeds as a river-friendly source for sustainable aviation fuel in the Star Tribune. Read more