The Guardian Australia ·general ·3 hours ago

Mouse plagues devastate Western Australia grain farmers as burrow numbers soar

Mouse plagues are impacting grain farmers in Western Australia as numbers peak near 4,000 burrows per hectare, prompting urgent action. CSIRO's Steve Henry warns that the situation mirrors previous outbreaks that caused significant financial losses. Current conditions, coupled with ongoing agricultural challenges, heighten concerns for farmers as seeding season begins.

Summary by Glance · The Guardian Australia

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