Kansas Soybeans Yield & Precision Agriculture Data 2026
Kansas Soybeans yield is forecast at 33.0 bu/acre for 2026 (USDA Oct forecast) — 20.1 bu/ac below the US average of 53.1 bu/ac. State-level estimates, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Soybeans yield trend
Kansas vs the US average, 2020–2026 (7 years of USDA NASS data)
| Year | Kansas (bu/ac) | US average (bu/ac) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 41 | 51 |
| 2021 | 40 | 51.7 |
| 2022 | 27.5 | 49.6 |
| 2023 | 26 | 50.6 |
| 2024 | 35 | 50.7 |
| 2025 | 48.5 | 53 |
| 2026 | 33 | 53.1 |
How Kansas 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 Kansas Soybeans farmers
Kansas soybean yield is forecast at 33 bu/acre for 2026 in USDA's October forecast, down 15.5 bu/acre from the 2025 result of 48.5 bu/acre. That is 20.1 bu/acre below the US average of 53.1 bu/acre. Over the seven seasons shown, yields ranged from 26 bu/acre in 2023 to 48.5 bu/acre in 2025, so the state swings widely. USDA can still revise a forecast before the final number is published.
With results this variable, precision tools are mainly a way to limit losses in hard years. At the latest national price of $12.1/bu, protecting 3 bu/acre is worth about $36 per acre, or roughly $36,000 on 1,000 acres. Variable-rate seeding, soil-moisture sensing and zone-based fertility help match spending to what each part of a field can deliver. Saving inputs on weak zones can improve margin even in a poor year.
Precision ag platforms used by Kansas Soybeans farmers
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Precision ag ROI calculator
Estimate annual savings for your Kansas 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 — Kansas Soybeans
Why is Kansas soybean yield below the US average?
The October forecast of 33 bu/acre is 20.1 bu/acre below the US average of 53.1 bu/acre. Kansas yields have ranged from 26 to 48.5 bu/acre over seven seasons, and water supply is a common limiting factor.
Is the 2026 Kansas soybean yield final?
No. The 33 bu/acre figure is USDA's October forecast and may change in later reports. It becomes final only when USDA publishes its final estimate.
How can precision agriculture help Kansas soybean growers?
At $12.1/bu, each 3 bu/acre gained or protected is worth about $36 per acre. Moisture sensing and variable-rate seeding help avoid overspending on low-potential zones.
Does EQIP help Kansas soybean farmers adopt precision tools?
Yes. EQIP offers about 75% of typical practice cost for most producers and about 90% for historically underserved producers. Applications go through the local NRCS Service Center.