House mice

We recommend viewing their website here – https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/resources/mouse-control

Shared via GRDC here are five quick tips for mouse control:

• Apply broad scale zinc phosphide bait: According to the label, at the prescribed rate of 1kg/ha.
• Apply bait at seeding or within 24 hours: While seed is still covered by soil increasing the likelihood of mice taking the bait, prior to finding the seed. Rebait through the season as needed.
• Timing is critical: Delays of 4-5 days in baiting after seeding can give mice time to find crop seed. High populations can cause up to 5% damage each night.
• Monitor paddocks: Check paddocks regularly and update local data using the MouseAlert website.
• After harvest and prior to sowing – minimise sources of food and shelter: Control weeds and volunteer crops along fence lines, clean up residual grain by grazing or rolling stubbles.