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A new method could help Washington shellfish farmers control a pesky shrimp

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May 14, 2026

Burrowing shrimp make their homes deep in sediment by digging, turning the ground to Swiss cheese. This presents a problem for shellfish farmers, whose clams and oysters are often…

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