# Minnesota DNR Reveals the Truth About Walleye Stocking, Hatcheries & Better Fishing

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Podcast: [Angling Edge Buzz](https://stenobird.com/podcast/angling-edge-buzz-7338139)
Published: 2026-04-20T14:12:00+00:00
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What really goes into creating great fishing in Minnesota? In this episode, we sit down with a Minnesota DNR fisheries biologist, Scott MacKenthun, to break down how fish populations are managed and what anglers often misunderstand about stocking walleyes, pike, and muskies. We dive deep into the science behind hatcheries, including a massive new $24 million facility in Waterville that's set to modernize fish production in the state. From raising stronger fish to improving survival rates, this is the future of fisheries management. You'll also learn why some lakes thrive with natural reproduction while others rely heavily on stocking and why throwing more walleyes into a lake isn't always the answer.

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