Strengthening the management and control of invasive alien species in the Barents region. We operate in Finland, Sweden and Norway with lupins, hogweeds and pink salmon.
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As project coordinator for the Barents Invasive Alien Species (IAS) project I was able to learn about the testing of pink salmon fishing methods. The research is carried out in the municipality of Utsjoki at the river Tana. Many aspects of fishing method testing, such as the importance of local expertise and the peculiarities of the Tana riverboat, are not immediately obvious.
Despite attempts to prevent it, the pink salmon swims, spawns and dies in river Tana. Nutrients released from their carcasses can have a variety of environmental impacts.
Garden and Nootka lupin can be used to dye beautifully colored wool for yourself or as a gift. By picking lupins you prevent these invasive alien plant species from spreading.
Contact our team if you have questions regarding the Barents IAS project or the species we work with!
