A severe mouse plague is devastating crops across Western Australia's wheat belt, threatening billions of dollars in losses as farmers already struggling with fuel and fertilizer shortages due to Middle East war impacts face widespread infestation of grain fields. Experts warn the outbreak is among the worst on record and could spread to neighboring South Australia, prompting farmers to seek emergency permits for stronger pesticides.
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A severe mouse plague is devastating crops across Western Australia's wheat belt, threatening billions of dollars in losses as farmers already struggling with fuel and fertilizer shortages due to Middle East war impacts face widespread infestation of grain fields. Experts warn the outbreak is among the worst on record and could spread to neighboring South Australia, prompting farmers to seek emergency permits for stronger pesticides.