South West WA

Notes:

Commentary

• Wheat: Up $5 ($330 to $340/tonne). Barley: Up $5 ($280 to $290/tonne). Triticale: Steady ($285 to $295/tonne). Oats: Steady ($270 to $280/tonne).
• Western Australia experienced some rainfall over the past week, providing good soil moisture to complete planting.
• Wheat values trended slightly lower this week, except in Geraldton, where values traded higher.
• Barely prices softened after an early surge last week, following a strong start to the growing season.
• Oat prices moved higher on the back of solid export demand, though containers still remain difficult to source.

This report has been commissioned by Dairy Australia to provide an independent and timely assessment of grain and hay markets in each dairying region. It should be remembered that actual prices may vary for quality or other reasons. Whilst all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this report, to the fullest extent permitted by Australian law Dairy Australia disclaims all liability for any inadvertent errors and for any losses or damages stemming from reliance upon its content. Dairy Australia recommends that all persons seek independent advice and, where appropriate, advice from a qualified adviser, before making any decisions about changes to business strategy.