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In the first of two mouse control workshops, Steve Henry, Senior CSIRO Health and Biosecurity Researcher, shared his findings on mouse feeding habits and the effectiveness of the newly approved double strength bait. The free workshop was set up to support farmers in the Central West who are currently or about to plant. Landcare coordinator Geri Brown, held by Central Tablelands Landcare at Molong Golf Club last Friday, said around 30 mostly agricultural farmers were there in person while another 500 tuned online. “”[Mr Henry] spoke of the research behind his findings [and] that by increasing the strength of the currently available zinc phosphate bait, the mouse kill rate will be increased by more than 50% [percent]and the killing time is decreasing, “she explained.” He also talked about the behavior of mice. They are cave animals that come out mainly at night and do not travel great distances. You need three grams of food a day. “If farmers can make their paddocks less habitable for mice by reducing the food and shelter available on the ground, the numbers can decrease. Especially if an environment is made hostile to mice as part of a bait regime.” The CSIRO researcher also talked about the reintroduction of bromadiolone – an anticoagulant bait very similar to the bait currently used in blocks and sachets. “With Minister Adam Marshall’s announcement last week that bromadiolone would be made available to farmers, the question arises [on] Everyone knew how to get their hands on the bait and how to reimburse small affected rural businesses and households for the money they had already spent fighting the war with this invasive rodent pest, “said Ms. Brown.” Unfortunately the only answer was “Watch this space” as no details on bait distribution and financial reimbursement were disclosed. The next mouse control workshop will be held on May 24th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Cumnock Showground. Attendees are encouraged to book through the Trybooking website. The sessions will also be streamed live for those unable to attend in person. Our journalists work hard to bring local, breaking news to the community, so you can continue to access our trusted content:

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In the first of two mouse control workshops, Steve Henry, Senior CSIRO Health and Biosecurity Researcher, shared his findings on mouse feeding habits and the effectiveness of the newly approved double strength bait.

The free workshop was set up to support farmers in the Central West who are currently or about to plant.

Landcare coordinator Geri Brown, held by Central Tablelands Landcare at Molong Golf Club last Friday, said around 30 mostly agricultural farmers were there in person while another 500 tuned online.

“”[Mr Henry] spoke of the research behind his findings [and] that by increasing the strength of the currently available zinc phosphate bait, the mouse kill rate will be increased by more than 50% [percent]and the kill time is decreasing, “she explained.

“He also talked about the behavior of mice. They are animals that live in caves and come out mainly at night and don’t travel long distances. They need three grams of food a day.

“If farmers can make their paddocks less habitable for mice by reducing the food and shelter available on the ground, the numbers can decrease. Especially if an environment is made hostile to mice as part of a bait regime.”

The CSIRO researcher also talked about the reintroduction of bromadiolone – an anticoagulant bait very similar to the bait currently used in blocks and bags.

“With Minister Adam Marshall’s announcement last week that bromadiolone would be made available to farmers, the question arises [on] Everyone knew how to get their hands on the bait and how to reimburse small affected rural businesses and households for the money they had already spent fighting the war on this invasive rodent pest, “Ms. Brown said.

“Unfortunately, the only response was ‘Watch this Space’ as no details on bait distribution and financial reimbursement were released.”

The next mouse control workshop will take place on May 24th from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. on the Cumnock Showground.

Participants are asked to book trybooking via the website. The sessions will also be broadcast live for those unable to attend in person.

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