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Australia's Dry Spell Threatens Winter Crops, Prices Surge

5/24/2025

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Southeastern Australia is grappling with dry weather, jeopardizing winter crop planting in southern NSW. As concerns mount, wheat and barley prices surge. While the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts a promising 60-80% chance of above-average rainfall from June to August, the dry spell lingers until early June. Meanwhile, global wheat production is set to rise, fueled by the EU's recovery.

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Story summary

Southeastern Australia is grappling with dry weather, jeopardizing winter crop planting in southern NSW. As concerns mount, wheat and barley prices surge. While the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts a promising 60-80% chance of above-average rainfall from June to August, the dry spell lingers until early June. Meanwhile, global wheat production is set to rise, fueled by the EU's recovery.