Indiana Soybeans Yield & Precision Agriculture Data 2026
Indiana Soybeans yield is forecast at 63.0 bu/acre for 2026 (USDA Oct forecast) — about 9.9 bu/ac above the US average of 53.1 bu/ac. State-level estimates, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Soybeans yield trend
Indiana vs the US average, 2020–2026 (7 years of USDA NASS data)
| Year | Indiana (bu/ac) | US average (bu/ac) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 59 | 51 |
| 2021 | 60 | 51.7 |
| 2022 | 57.5 | 49.6 |
| 2023 | 61 | 50.6 |
| 2024 | 59 | 50.7 |
| 2025 | 59.5 | 53 |
| 2026 | 63 | 53.1 |
How Indiana compares
Top Soybeans-producing states, 2026 yield
| State | Yield (bu/ac) | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 68 | +28.1% |
| Indiana | 63 | +18.6% |
| Iowa | 63 | +18.6% |
| Ohio | 62 | +16.8% |
| Arkansas | 59 | +11.1% |
| Mississippi | 59 | +11.1% |
| Nebraska | 59 | +11.1% |
| Louisiana | 55 | +3.6% |
What this data means for Indiana Soybeans farmers
Indiana soybean yield is forecast at 63 bu/acre for 2026 in USDA's October forecast, up 3.5 bu/acre from the 2025 result of 59.5 bu/acre. That is 9.9 bu/acre above the US average of 53.1 bu/acre. In the seven seasons shown, yields ran from 57.5 bu/acre in 2022 to 61 bu/acre in 2023 before this forecast, so 63 would be the highest of the group. USDA can still revise a forecast before the final number is published.
Precision tools help Indiana growers turn a good forecast year into repeatable margin. At the latest national price of $12.1/bu, each extra 3 bu/acre is worth about $36 per acre, or roughly $36,000 on 1,000 acres. Variable-rate seeding and drainage-aware field mapping show where wet or compacted zones hold yield back. Those zones are usually the cheapest place to find extra bushels.
Precision ag platforms used by Indiana Soybeans 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 Soybeans 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 Soybeans
How does Indiana soybean yield compare with the US average?
The October forecast of 63 bu/acre is 9.9 bu/acre above the US average of 53.1 bu/acre. Indiana's yields over the prior six seasons ranged from 57.5 to 61 bu/acre.
Is the 2026 Indiana soybean yield a final number?
No. USDA's 63 bu/acre figure is an October forecast and can change in later reports. Treat it as an estimate until the final yield is published.
How much can precision agriculture add for Indiana soybeans?
At $12.1/bu, each 3 bu/acre gained or protected is worth about $36 per acre. Variable-rate seeding and field-zone mapping help target the lower-yielding parts of a field.
Can Indiana soybean growers get USDA help with precision tools?
Yes. EQIP offers about 75% cost-share for most producers and about 90% for historically underserved producers. Eligible practices can support variable-rate work, and applications go through the local NRCS Service Center.