Drought is causing birds to cause damage in orchards in South Australia.

2025-03-18 00:00

South Australian orchardists are facing significant crop losses as drought conditions are forcing birds into orchards. Apple, cherry, and fig growers are reporting extensive damage caused by the heightened bird activity. Willa Wauchope, a fig grower from Adelaide Hills, described how his trees have turned into a "smorgasbord."

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