Strong result overall for South Australia’s grain industry - The Border Watch

The Border Watch

Strong result overall for South Australia’s grain industry - The Border Watch

Despite a favourable start to the 2023-24 season, below average late winter and spring rainfall in all grain producing areas limited yield potential in a number of regions. Final crop production is estimated at 8.7 million tonnes, below last season but slightly above 2021-22. Strong grain prices have resulted in an estimated farmgate value of $3.3 billion. A dry finish to the season meant an early start and finish for harvesting in many dis…