Australia 2025 Crop Outlook: Decline in Wheat Production, Bumper Increase in Pulses

29-May-2025 05:23 PM

Australia 2025 Crop Outlook: Decline in Wheat Production, Bumper Increase in Pulses
Pulses
★ The most notable change is a 20 percent increase in the area sown to pulses, which is expected to boost production of pulses, especially desi chickpeas and lentils.
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Wheat
★ The wheat sowing area is expected to be around 13.3 million hectares, with an estimated production of approximately 30.3 million tons. This is 3.8 million tons less than last year but still above the 10-year average.
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Barley
★ The barley sowing area has increased by 2 percent, reaching 4.65 million hectares.
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Canola
★ Canola sowing area has declined by 5 percent due to drought conditions in South Australia and Victoria, although rainfall in eastern and western regions has provided some relief.