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FWC reports progress on Mill Pond hydrilla control; 200 grass carp stocked, additional spot treatments possible
Summary
FWC regional biologist reported recent herbicide applications and the stocking of 200 grass carp (about 1,000 stocked since March 2023) that are expected to help reduce hydrilla; staff said most treated areas appear brown and dead and recommended spot treatments as needed.
At a Jackson County Board meeting, a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regional biologist updated commissioners on Mill Pond invasive vegetation control and fish management.
Derek Fussell said an early‑September 560‑gallon drip application produced limited persistence after damage to the dam increased flow, so staff followed up on Nov. 5 with an airboat application of Procellacor. Fussell reported satellite and on‑the‑ground observations showing treated hydrilla within the…
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