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The outlook for winter grains production in Australia has deteriorated due to particularly adverse seasonal conditions, including lower than expected spring rainfall and record temperatures.

The outlook for winter grains production in Australia from mid-2015 and beyond has been improved by more reliable rainfall.

Australian wheat production is forecast at 24 million tons, assuming average rains, while barley production is expected to be stable at 8.5 million tons despite a slight fall in the harvested area.

Over late 2014, prospects for Australian winter grains crops worsened as a result of continued dry weather. Both yields and the volume of production were affected.