Georgia Corn Yield & Precision Agriculture Data 2026
Georgia Corn yield is forecast at 170.0 bu/acre for 2026 (USDA Oct forecast) — 11.2 bu/ac below the US average of 181.2 bu/ac. State-level estimates, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Corn yield trend
Georgia vs the US average, 2020–2026 (7 years of USDA NASS data)
| Year | Georgia (bu/ac) | US average (bu/ac) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 180 | 171.4 |
| 2021 | 182 | 176.7 |
| 2022 | 175 | 173.4 |
| 2023 | 174 | 177.3 |
| 2024 | 163 | 179.3 |
| 2025 | 187 | 186.5 |
| 2026 | 170 | 181.2 |
How Georgia compares
Top Corn-producing states, 2026 yield
| State | Yield (bu/ac) | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 229 | +26.4% |
| Iowa | 219 | +20.9% |
| Illinois | 208 | +14.8% |
| Indiana | 200 | +10.4% |
| Ohio | 200 | +10.4% |
| Mississippi | 196 | +8.2% |
| Minnesota | 195 | +7.6% |
| Idaho | 194 | +7.1% |
What this data means for Georgia Corn farmers
Georgia corn yield is forecast at 170 bu/acre for 2026 in USDA's October forecast, down 17 bu/acre from the 2025 result of 187 bu/acre. It sits 11.2 bu/acre below the US average of 181.2 bu/acre. Over the last seven seasons the state has ranged from 163 bu/acre in 2024 to 187 bu/acre in 2025, a fairly narrow band that reflects mostly irrigated and well-managed acres. Because 170 bu/acre is a forecast, USDA can still revise it.
Precision tools earn their keep in Georgia by tightening nitrogen and water decisions on variable soils. Zone-based nitrogen, variable-rate seeding and irrigation scheduling help limit losses from heavy rains and dry spells. At the current national price of $4.45/bu, recovering 5 bu/acre is worth about $22 per acre, or roughly $22,000 on 1,000 acres. Closing even part of the 11.2 bu/acre gap to the national average would add up quickly.
Precision ag platforms used by Georgia Corn farmers
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Precision ag ROI calculator
Estimate annual savings for your Georgia Corn farm based on acreage and current yield
Estimate the payback on variable-rate seeding, zone-based fertility, and overlap reduction for your farm.
Estimate only — based on industry-average implementation costs (variable-rate seeding $18/ac, zone-based fertility $22/ac, overlap reduction $9/ac; $12,000 fixed + $17/ac ongoing) and USDA yield benchmarks, not a quote.
Frequently asked questions — Georgia Corn
Why is Georgia corn yield below the US average?
The October forecast of 170 bu/acre is 11.2 bu/acre under the US average of 181.2 bu/acre. Georgia's sandy soils, heat and variable rainfall make nitrogen and water management harder than in the Corn Belt.
Is the 2026 Georgia corn yield final?
No. The 170 bu/acre figure is USDA's October forecast and can change in later reports. It is an estimate until USDA publishes the final number.
How can precision agriculture pay off for Georgia corn?
Variable-rate nitrogen and irrigation scheduling reduce waste on uneven fields. At $4.45/bu, each 5 bu/acre gained or protected is worth about $22 per acre.
Are there USDA programs that help Georgia corn growers adopt precision tools?
Yes. EQIP offers cost-share of about 75% of typical practice cost for most producers and about 90% for historically underserved producers. Nutrient management and irrigation-related practices can support precision adoption, and applications go through the local NRCS Service Center.