Invasive carp are surging in the Mississippi River. Can people be convinced to eat them?
Four species of Asian carp have firmly established a home in the Mississippi River basin, and experts say they are here to stay. But one way to get the carp population under control seems relatively simple — eat them.
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invasive species Mississippi River Asian carp U.S. Army Corps of EngineersMississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk
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