Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes.
Australia Wheat Production was 34.11 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 21.7% on 2023. Australia's wheat production demonstrated significant variability between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the country's dependence on rainfall conditions, drought cycles, climatic patterns, and agricultural management practices. Wheat is one of Australia's most important agricultural commodities and plays a major role in the country's export-oriented agricultural economy.
Australia Wheat Production moved from 22.27 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 34.11 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+53.1%), an average of +4.8% a year. The series high was 41.20 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 14.48 Million Tonnes in 2019.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2019) is 26.72 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +120.5% in 2020.
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Australia ranks 5 for 2024, behind China (140.1 Million Tonnes) and India (113.3 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 4.3% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34.11 | +21.7% |
| 2023 | 28.03 | −32% |
| 2022Peak | 41.20 | +13.7% |
| 2021 | 36.24 | +13.5% |
| 2020 | 31.92 | +120.5% |
| 2019 Trough | 14.48 | −17.7% |
| 2018 | 17.60 | −16% |
| 2017 | 20.94 | −34.2% |
| 2016 | 31.82 | +42.8% |
| 2015 | 22.27 | — |
Regional context
Wheat Production by country, 2024, Million Tonnes. Australia is highlighted.
Data definition
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology.
Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Production was approximately 22.27 million tonnes in 2015 before increasing significantly to 31.82 million tonnes in 2016. However, output declined sharply in the following years, reaching 20.94 million tonnes in 2017 and 17.60 million tonnes in 2018 due to challenging weather conditions and reduced rainfall across major growing regions. Production continued declining to 14.48 million tonnes in 2019, representing one of the lowest levels during the study period. A strong recovery occurred in 2020, when production increased to 31.92 million tonnes, followed by further growth to 36.24 million tonnes in 2021 and a decade-high level of 41.20 million tonnes in 2022. Production moderated in 2023 to 28.03 million tonnes before recovering to approximately 34.11 million tonnes in 2024. Australia's wheat industry is highly dependent on climate conditions, particularly rainfall availability, as much of the country's wheat cultivation relies on rain-fed agriculture. Despite climatic challenges, Australia benefits from advanced farming technologies, large-scale agricultural operations, efficient supply chains, and strong export infrastructure. Farmers increasingly use precision agriculture, improved crop varieties, conservation farming practices, and digital technologies to enhance productivity and manage environmental risks. Australia remains one of the world's leading wheat exporters, with production trends strongly influencing international grain markets. Continued investment in climate-resilient farming, sustainable agricultural practices, and technological innovation will be essential for maintaining competitiveness. With its extensive agricultural land and export capabilities, Australia is expected to remain a key contributor to global wheat production and international food security.
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Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Australia Wheat Production was 34.11 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 21.7% on 2023.
Australia Wheat Production moved from 22.27 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 34.11 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+53.1%), an average of +4.8% a year. The series high was 41.20 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 14.48 Million Tonnes in 2019.
The highest value was 41.20 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 14.48 Million Tonnes in 2019.
Included: Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology. Excluded: Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Wheat&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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