Locust Outbreaks in Queensland Sugarcane Regions

The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has extended its locust response to include sugarcane growing regions along the Queensland coast. This follows outbreaks on grazing properties in western and north-western Queensland.

Control options for locusts in sugarcane are currently limited, as no registered products are available for use. DPI is actively monitoring the situation and providing information to the cane industry to support their decision on whether to apply for an Emergency Use Permit (EUP) through the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA).

For more information, read/download the factsheet below.