Invasive carp

What the research says about how to stop invasive carp

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August 4, 2023

Where and how are invasive carp moving? Why do we need a bioacoustic fish fence? What about native fish? We tagged along with Dr. Peter Sorensen to the Driftless Area to get firsthand experience of the latest research. Read more

Dr. Peter Sorensen works from a boat on the river

After another big invasive carp discovery, will the DNR finally act on a barrier?

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June 2, 2023

Large numbers of invasive carp were found congregating at Lock and Dam 5 for the second time since March. Read more

A hand holds an invasive silver carp out of the water.

How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared in the 2023 session

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May 25, 2023

FMR made progress on every single one of its priorities this legislative session. Here's a roundup of everything that happened. Read more

Invasive carp barrier: A strong starting point, but Minnesota needs more — and soon

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May 23, 2023

Invasive carp are on the doorstep of Lake Pepin, the St. Croix River watershed, the Minnesota River watershed and other waterways. Legislature funding gets us moving in the right direction on protection. Read more

Where FMR's 2023 priorities stand at the Legislature

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April 14, 2023

An overview of the progress we've made — and what still needs to happen — as we enter the final weeks of the session. Read more

Looking up at the iconic dome of the Capitol building in St. Paul, against a clear blue sky as backdrop. Text over the image says "FMR's priorities #MNLEG"

Star Tribune: Minnesotans ‘won't forgive today's officeholders for their inaction on invasive carp’

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April 4, 2023

You should blame any future carp catastrophe on those who failed to act during this critical moment, outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson argues. Read more