Golden mussels pose a growing threat to California’s waterways and infrastructure. … Dr. Pam Marrone is the co-founder of the Invasive Species Corporation, a Davis-based company seeking to find environmentally-friendly solutions to control invasive species. The company created a product called Zequanox that successfully eradicates non-native zebra and quagga mussels, and is now adapting that product for the newest aquatic invader. Marrone spoke with Insight Host Vicki Gonzalez about her experience in biocontrol, and her company’s work to get rid of the golden mussel for good.

Other golden mussels news:

• Action News Now (Chico, Calif.): Suspected golden mussels discovered on boat by inspectors at boat inspection station in Oroville​
• California Department of Water Resources: News release: Suspected golden mussels found during boat inspection​​