Wheat
Information on Wheat Marketing
Wheat is the major crop in Australia with 12.2 million hectares planted in 2007. Sowing of wheat begins in autumn from April to July in temperate regions and the crop is harvested in spring and summer.
The wheat industry has been significantly affected by drought over the last two years, producing 9.8 million tonnes in 2006-07 and an estimated 12.7 million tonnes in 2007-08. By contrast 25 million tonnes of wheat was produced in 2005-06 from 12.98 million hectares.
The majority of wheat produced in Australia each season is exported. Important markets include Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Sudan. Exports of Australian wheat are regulated under the Wheat Marketing Act 1989.
Further Information:
- Wheat Marketing Legislation
- Wheat Industry Expert Group
- Australian Crop Report December 2007
PDF [571kb] - Durum Wheat
- Wheat Exports Australia
Last reviewed: 18 Nov 2009
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