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Snails are threatening the catfish industry in the heart of the Mississippi Delta

April 08, 2025 01:39 PM

In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a parasite is threatening to destroy the U.S. catfish industry.

However, USDA researchers have made a discovery that could help curb this destruction, with the help of copper slowfate.

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