THE GERALDTON GUARDIAN | Mid West shire president describes mouse plague as 'absolutely horrid', calling for the APVMA to respond

For communities across Western Australia's Mid West, the mouse plague has become more than an agricultural issue.

Geraldton Guardian spoke with growers, local leaders and industry representatives about the growing impact on homes, businesses and cropping operations.

Among those interviewed was Grain Producers Australia Research, Development and Extension Spokesperson Andrew Weidemann, who said the current conditions highlighted the need for more effective control tools.

He noted that "ZP50 requires mice to consume less of the baited grains to ensure a lethal dose, which is particularly important when mice have high amounts of background food available."

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