Warnings over mouse surge across prime SA farmland

Scientists are warning SA farmers that high mice numbers are expected in key regions around the state as grain producers are told to be “alert and prepared to act”. See the map. Grain Producers South Australia has issued a warning to SA farmers telling them to be vigilant over increased mouse activity ahead of the 2026 seeding program. A recent mouse forecast from the CSIRO highlighted strong evidence of growing mouse populations in SA, particularly across areas of the Adelaide Plains, Yorke Peninsula, and Eyre Peninsula. GPSA CEO Brad Perry the news meant grain producers preparing to plant crops “need to be alert and prepared to act”. “Grain producers should be out in paddocks now checking for signs of activity, particularly active burrows. Even two or three active burrows per 100 square metres is considered a warning sign before sowing,” he said. Perry said that it is necessary to be proactive in preparing for increased mouse presence, saying that “monitoring, preparation and ...