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Australia's Wine Exports Plummet 8% Amid China Demand Drop
1/30/2026
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Story summary
- Australia’s wine exports declined last year, down 8% in value to A$2.34 billion and 6% in volume to 613 million litres.
- The drop was mainly due to weak demand from China.
- Shipments to China fell 17% to A$755 million, despite the removal of high tariffs in March 2024.
- Canada and Southeast Asia show growth as UK and US markets decline.
