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Anglers help fund research into tackling algal blooms on the Broads (www.broads-authority.gov.uk)

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Prymnesium algal blooms can occur on the Broads and produce toxins that threaten fish stocks, local biodiversity, and East Anglia’s thriving angling industry, which contributes more than £100 million annually to the local economy.

The golden algae Prymnesium parvum is therefore of significant research interest to prevent environmental incidents and associated fish mortalities from occurring.

Researchers at UEA are working to better understand the environmental, chemical and biological conditions that trigger these Prymnesium blooms and find solutions to prevent their harmful impact.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 3 days ago

Absolutely wont be anything to do with nearby vast open fields and agrichemicals...