Dayton, lawmakers look to fight invasive species

March 17, 2011 at 7:00 pm in Alexandria Echo Press

Minnesota policymakers want to quickly launch a long-discussed war on plants and animals invading the state.
Asian carp, including ones that jump out of the water and hit boaters, are the most publicized invasive species.
While those carp have not arrived in Minnesota, much smaller zebra mussels, spiny waterfleas and the Eurasian watermilfoil plant already are common in areas. Continue Reading