April has been a significant month for the grains industry, with activity on-farm ramping up alongside a period of sustained engagement from Grain Producers Australia on the issues shaping this season. We have seen a number of important developments within GPA itself, including the appointment of Duncan Bremner as Chief Executive Officer. This marks an important step in strengthening the organisation’s capacity to represent growers at a time when the operating environment is

Financial news publication AInvest has reported on the growing mouse plague affecting Australia's grain-growing regions, examining the potential impact on grain production, exports and regional economies as growers battle rising rodent numbers during seeding. GPA Research and Development Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said, "This is another kick in the guts. Not only are farmers impacted, it's the community, it's anybody. It's the small business, it's the supermarkets, it's th

Grain producers in Western Australia’s Mid West are struggling to control rising mouse numbers, with calls growing for access to stronger bait options. The West Australian reported that were growers facing sustained pressure from high mouse populations, with concerns current control measures are not delivering consistent results in paddocks. The situation is being compounded by the inability to access higher-strength bait, with the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicin

International publication People has highlighted the growing mouse plague affecting Australian grain-producing regions, drawing on Grain Producers Australia commentary to explain the impact on growers, local businesses and regional communities. GPA Research and Development Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the mouse outbreak was "another kick in the guts, not only for our farmers impacted, it's the community, it's anybody. It's small business, it's supermarkets, it's the bak

ABC Country Hour South Australia has highlighted an online information session being run by Grain Producers Australia. The session will be held on Friday May 1 and will give growers insight into the current mouse activity conditions and baiting updates.

Grain producers in South Australia are calling for access to higher-strength mouse bait, as activity increases across key cropping regions. Reporting from Stock Journal highlights growing concern that current bait options are not delivering consistent control, with growers seeking access to ZP50 through an emergency permit process. Grain Producers Australia RD&E spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the push reflects what growers are seeing on the ground. “Growers are seeing mou

New footage of large mouse populations is raising fresh concerns about the scale and spread of the current outbreak across Australia’s grain regions. Reports show mice moving in large numbers from Western Australia into South Australia, with growers sharing videos of heavy infestations impacting paddocks and infrastructure. Grain Producers Australia RD&E spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the situation is another blow for growers already managing multiple pressures. “This is

South Australian grain producers are being encouraged to join an online session this Friday, May 1 as mouse activity continues to build across the state. Grain Producers Australia (GPA) will host the session at 7pm (SA time), bringing together leading research and on-ground insights to support growers in managing the risk. GPA Southern Region Director Mark Schilling said the second online session for SA growers comes at a critical time amid seeding and the need to bait for

Mouse populations in Western Australia are now being reported above levels seen during the 2021 eastern states plague, raising serious concern as seeding continues. Coverage from Farm Weekly highlights extreme densities across the grainbelt, with reports of thousands of mice per hectare and activity well beyond recognised plague thresholds. Grain Producers Australia RD&E spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the scale of the outbreak is creating real pressure at a critical point

As many farmers prepare to sow winter crops around ANZAC Day, pressures from global conflict and growing mouse numbers are looming. Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann spoke to Radio National Breakfast and explained current conditions around the country.

A growing mouse plague in Western Australia is now being linked to significant risks for grain production and export value, as pressure builds through seeding. Reporting from WA Today highlights concerns the outbreak could deliver a multi-billion dollar hit to crop exports if not brought under control, with widespread activity across key grain growing regions. Grain Producers Australia RD&E spokesperson Andrew Weidemann said the scale of the issue reflects how quickly mouse p

Industry voices are calling for greater investment in domestic fuel refining, following the fire at the Viva Energy Geelong Refinery and ongoing global supply pressures. A video report from News.com.au highlights growing support from industry experts to strengthen Australia’s refining capability, with concerns the country’s reliance on imports leaves it exposed during disruptions. Australia now operates just two refineries, with the Ampol Lytton Oil Refinery the only other do