Higher over the period
Oceania Wheat Production moved from 22.69 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 34.57 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+52.4%), an average of +4.8% a year. The series high was 41.60 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 14.88 Million Tonnes in 2019.
What Oceania Wheat Production shows
Oceania Wheat Production was 34.57 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 21.7% on 2023. Oceania remained an important wheat-producing region between 2015 and 2024, with Australia accounting for the overwhelming majority of regional wheat production. The region plays a significant role in the global wheat market due to its large-scale commercial farming operations, export-oriented agricultural sector, and adoption of advanced farming technologies.
A 64.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2019) is 26.72 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +117.6% in 2020.
Australia leads the region
Within Oceania, Australia has the highest value in 2024 at 34.11 Million Tonnes, 98.7% of the regional total.
Country ranking
Wheat Production by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Million Tonnes↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 34.11 | +21.7% |
By region
Wheat Production by region
Million Tonnes, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Oceania Wheat Production by year
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 | 34.57 | +21.7% |
| 2023 | 28.42 | −31.7% |
| 2022Peak | 41.60 | +13.5% |
| 2021 | 36.66 | +13.2% |
| 2020 | 32.38 | +117.6% |
| 2019 Trough | 14.88 | −17.2% |
| 2018 | 17.97 | −15.8% |
| 2017 | 21.35 | −33.9% |
| 2016 | 32.28 | +42.3% |
| 2015 | 22.69 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
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.
About this 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.
Wheat is one of Australia's most valuable cereal crops, contributing substantially to agricultural exports and supporting food industries across domestic and international markets. Production trends throughout the decade reflected the influence of rainfall variability, climatic conditions, cultivated area, and technological advancements in crop management.
Australia consistently dominated wheat production in Oceania, although annual output fluctuated considerably because of changing seasonal conditions. Production declined from approximately 22.27 million tonnes in 2015 to 14.48 million tonnes in 2019, primarily due to prolonged drought and unfavourable weather in major wheat-growing regions. However, production recovered strongly from 31.92 million tonnes in 2020 to a record 41.20 million tonnes in 2022, supported by favourable rainfall, improved soil moisture, higher yields, and expanded harvested area. Although output moderated to 28.03 million tonnes in 2023, it increased again to 34.11 million tonnes in 2024, demonstrating the resilience of Australia's wheat sector. The remaining countries in Oceania contributed only a small share of regional production, with annual output remaining below 0.50 million tonnes, reflecting limited cultivated land and smaller agricultural sectors.
Overall, Oceania's wheat production demonstrated strong long-term resilience despite periodic climatic challenges such as droughts, heatwaves, and rainfall variability. Continued investment in drought-resistant seed varieties, precision agriculture, sustainable farming practices, irrigation improvements, and modern harvesting technologies has strengthened regional productivity. Supported by Australia's globally competitive agricultural industry and well-established export infrastructure, Oceania is expected to remain a significant supplier of high-quality wheat to international markets while contributing to global food security.
- Indicator
- Wheat Production
- Region
- Oceania
- Unit
- Million Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oceania 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.
What was Oceania Wheat Production in 2024?
Oceania Wheat Production was 34.57 Million Tonnes in 2024, up 21.7% on 2023.
How has Oceania Wheat Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Oceania Wheat Production moved from 22.69 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 34.57 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+52.4%), an average of +4.8% a year. The series high was 41.60 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 14.88 Million Tonnes in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest Oceania Wheat Production?
The highest value was 41.60 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 14.88 Million Tonnes in 2019.
What does the Oceania Wheat Production data include and exclude?
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.
Where does the Oceania Wheat Production data come from?
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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