Pro Farmer estimates 2026 U.S. corn crop at 15.344 billion bushels; soybeans at 4.572 billion bushels
The 2026 U.S. corn crop is projected to fall short of last year's record, while soybeans are on track for a new milestone.
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Who reported it (7)
- Strong Iowa, Minnesota crops unlikely to offset US Corn Belt woes, tour finds TradingView · 2h ago
- Grain Express w/ Oliver Sloup Barchart.com · 2h ago
- PRO FARMER 2026 CROP TOUR; Day Three in Illinois and Western Iowa Southern Farm Network · 2h ago
- Strong Iowa, Minnesota crops unlikely to offset US Corn Belt woes, tour finds marketscreener.com · 2h ago
- The Final Yield Estimates Just Dropped! Barchart.com · 2h ago
- Pro Farmer National Forecast: Corn Falls Short of Last Year's Record, But Soybeans Eye New Milestone AgWeb · 2h ago
- Pro Farmer estimates 2026 U.S. corn crop at 15.344 billion bushels; soybeans at 4.572 billion bushels Pro Farmer · 2h ago
The story so far
The 2026 U.S. corn crop is estimated at 15.344 billion bushels, a decrease from the record set in 2025. Meanwhile, soybeans are projected to reach 4.572 billion bushels, potentially setting a new record. This discrepancy is due to varying crop conditions across different regions.
According to Pro Farmer, strong crops in Iowa and Minnesota are unlikely to compensate for issues elsewhere in the Corn Belt. The Pro Farmer Crop Tour, now in its third day in Illinois and Western Iowa, is assessing these conditions. Farmers and agricultural stakeholders are closely monitoring these estimates, as they significantly impact market prices and trade decisions.
The final yield estimates have been released, providing a clearer picture of the upcoming harvest. The next steps involve analyzing the data from the Pro Farmer Crop Tour and adjusting market strategies accordingly.
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The obvious questions
What is the estimated yield for the 2026 U.S. corn crop?
The 2026 U.S. corn crop is estimated at 15.344 billion bushels.
How does the 2026 soybean crop compare to previous years?
The 2026 soybean crop is projected to reach 4.572 billion bushels, potentially setting a new record.
What regions are showing strong crop conditions?
Iowa and Minnesota are showing strong crop conditions, according to the Pro Farmer Crop Tour.
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