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Australia's Drought and Agricultural Damage (2007–2020s) Australia suffered severe droughts from 2007 through the 2020s. In 2007, wheat production in New South Wales, Victoria, and other regions fell by 40% year-on-year to approximately 10,000 tons. The Murray-Darling Basin experienced persistent water shortages, leading to progressive soil salinization. The impact extended to beef and dairy products, with companies like GrainCorp and Elders suffering significant losses. During the 2010s, rainfall fell below half of normal levels, causing the 2019 wheat harvest to drop to approximately 15,000 tons. The government invested approximately AUD 10 billion in the Future Water Plan, supporting the development of drought-resistant crops and water recycling technologies. By 2024, annual rainfall in South Australia had decreased to 108 mm, leading to reduced livestock production due to pasture shortages. GrainCorp and Elders faced supply chain disruptions. As climate change adaptatio
n gains critical importance, further technological innovation is urgently needed.