Keverlarven in imported diapers threaten Australia's grain crops

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Keverlarven found in imported diapers have sparked panic in Australia due to their potential to devastate grain crops. The larvae, from a Belgian producer, pose no threat to babies but could cause billions in losses for Australia, a major grain exporter. Authorities are urgently trying to locate all affected diaper boxes. Australia has strict biosecurity measures to protect its biodiversity. The khaprakever is known to infest grain stores, and a similar past incident was successfully contained.


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