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Australia Mobilizes Against Western Wheat Mouse Plague

5/3/2026

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The Australian government and industry have launched a joint effort to fight a mouse infestation in Western Australia’s wheat region.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen announced coordination of actions to lessen the plague’s impact on farms.
Grain producers warned in April of possible crop losses and asked for stronger mouse poison.
Australia, the world’s fourth-largest wheat exporter, fears supply disruption after the 1993 plague destroyed thousands of hectares and harmed livestock.

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The Australian government and industry have launched a joint effort to fight a mouse infestation in Western Australia’s wheat region.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen announced coordination of actions to lessen the plague’s impact on farms.
Grain producers warned in April of possible crop losses and asked for stronger mouse poison.
Australia, the world’s fourth-largest wheat exporter, fears supply disruption after the 1993 plague destroyed thousands of hectares and harmed livestock.