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Australian drought doubles hay prices in blow to cattle farmers

International beef prices expected to rise if dry spell continues

Hay prices have skyrocketed in southeastern Australia due to a severe drought.
Hay prices have skyrocketed in southeastern Australia due to a severe drought.   © Reuters
FUMI MATSUMOTO, Nikkei staff writer | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands

SYDNEY -- The drought affecting southeastern Australia has doubled hay prices, severely affecting ranchers and raising the prospect of higher international prices for beef from Down Under. 

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