A high number of mice have been spotted in key growing regions of Victoria and South Australia.

Usually, the levels are low for this time of year.

But scientists fear a spike could spell trouble for farmers later down the track.

Reporter Laura Parr spoke with CSIRO research officer Steve Henry about the problem.

A high number of mice have been spotted in key growing regions of Victoria and South Australia.
Usually, the levels are low for this time of year.
But scientists fear a spike could spell trouble for farmers later down the track.
Reporter Laura Parr spoke with CSIRO research officer Steve Henry about the problem.

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