Indiana Corn Yield & Precision Agriculture Data 2026
Indiana Corn yield is forecast at 200.0 bu/acre for 2026 (USDA Oct forecast) — about 18.8 bu/ac above the US average of 181.2 bu/ac. State-level estimates, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Corn yield trend
Indiana vs the US average, 2020–2026 (7 years of USDA NASS data)
| Year | Indiana (bu/ac) | US average (bu/ac) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 187 | 171.4 |
| 2021 | 195 | 176.7 |
| 2022 | 190 | 173.4 |
| 2023 | 203 | 177.3 |
| 2024 | 198 | 179.3 |
| 2025 | 204 | 186.5 |
| 2026 | 200 | 181.2 |
How Indiana 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 Indiana Corn farmers
Indiana corn yield is forecast at 200 bu/acre for 2026 in USDA's October forecast, down 4 bu/acre from the 2025 result of 204 bu/acre. It is still 18.8 bu/acre above the US average of 181.2 bu/acre. Over the seven seasons shown, yields ranged from 187 bu/acre in 2020 to 204 bu/acre in 2025, so 200 stays near the top of that range. As a forecast, the figure can still be revised by USDA.
For a state already near 200 bu/acre, precision tools mainly protect margin and trim cost. At the latest national price of $4.45/bu, recovering or protecting 5 bu/acre is worth about $22 per acre, or roughly $22,000 on 1,000 acres. Zone-based nitrogen, variable-rate seeding and drainage-aware field maps help separate the wetter, lower-yielding spots from the strongest ground. Cutting input spend on weaker zones can matter as much as adding bushels on good ones.
Precision ag platforms used by Indiana Corn farmers
Overview of major platforms — features and fit for different operation sizes. No sponsored content.
Precision ag ROI calculator
Estimate annual savings for your Indiana 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 — Indiana Corn
How does Indiana corn yield compare with the US average?
The October forecast of 200 bu/acre is 18.8 bu/acre above the US average of 181.2 bu/acre. Indiana has stayed between 187 and 204 bu/acre over the last seven seasons.
Why is the 2026 Indiana corn forecast lower than 2025?
USDA's forecast of 200 bu/acre is 4 bu/acre below the 2025 result of 204 bu/acre. Small year-to-year moves like this are common, and the figure can change before USDA publishes the final estimate.
What is the return on precision agriculture for Indiana corn?
At $4.45/bu, each 5 bu/acre gained or protected is worth about $22 per acre. Variable-rate nitrogen and seeding can also lower input cost in lower-potential zones.
Are there USDA programs for Indiana corn growers?
Yes. EQIP pays about 75% of typical practice cost for most producers and about 90% for historically underserved producers. Practices such as nutrient management and cover crops may qualify, and the local NRCS Service Center handles applications.