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Dr. Phelps, Director of the MN Aquatic Invasive Species Center, presents an interactive webinar “From the Lab to the Lake: Minnesota’s Fight Against Aquatic Invasive Species”.

Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are a real and growing problem in Minnesota, impacting the environment, economy, and our way of life. However, there are many un-invaded waters to protect and opportunities for innovation to control established AIS populations. ... The MN Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) is making progress on numerous fronts to better prevent, control and manage species such as zebra mussels, spiny water flea, Eurasian milfoil, starry stonewort, and many more. The presentation will highlight AIS of greatest concern to Itasca County and research advancements to mitigate their impacts.