In this article, we will list 5 states that produce the most corn in the US. If you want to read our detailed analysis, go directly to the 15 states that produce the most corn.
5 – Indiana
Area harvested in 2022 – 11,820,000 acres
Production in 2022 – 974,700,000 bushels
Yield per acre in 2022 – 195 bushels
Contribution in 2022 – 7.10%
While Indiana is the 5th largest corn-producing state in the United States, its corn production decreased by 5% in 2022 compared to 2021. Corn produced in Indiana is used for producing biofuel and fiber materials such as plastic and carpet. A substantial part of corn produced in Indiana is also exported to other countries. Together, corn and soya beans make up 60% of Indiana’s agriculture. It is interesting that while Indiana has one of the highest yields per acre of corn, the planting window typically lasts for twenty days, from April 20 to May 10.
4 – Nebraska
Area harvested in 2022 – 18,442,000 acres
Production in 2022 – 1,455,300,000 bushels
Yield per acre in 2022 – 194 bushels
Contribution in 2022 – 10.60%
Corn is Nebraska’s largest crop. It grows flint corn, white corn, and field corn. Corn plantation season in this state starts in April. While Nebraska ranks fourth in terms of volume, it has the best quality corn in the United States. Most of Nebraskas’s corn stays within the state, but 30% is exported.
3 – Minnesota
Area harvested in 2022 – 18,815,000 acres
Production in 2022 – 1,460,550,000 bushels
Yield per acre in 2022 – 177 bushels
Contribution in 2022 – 10.64%
Minnesota and Nebraska are Close competitors when it comes to overall corn production, acreage, and contribution to the national total. Corn in Minnesota is typically planted between April and May. Nearly half of its corn is used for cattle feed.
2 – Illinois
Area harvested in 2022 – 22,535,000 acres
Production in 2022 – 2,268,400,000 bushels
Yield per acre in 2022 – 202 bushels
Contribution in 2022 – 16.52%
Illinois is the second largest corn-producing state in the United States, with an impressive yield of 202 bushels per acre. It gives tough competition to Iowa, which is the largest corn producer in the United States. While 98% of the corn produced in Illinois is field corn, it is the third largest producer of flint corn which is used in making popcorn.
An interesting fact about corn farms in Illinois is that 95% of them are owned by families. The ideal planting period of corn in Illinois is from late April to early May.
1 – Iowa
Area harvested in 2022 – 24,070
Production in 2022 – 2,480,000,000 bushels
Yield per acre in 2022 – 204 bushels
Contribution in 2022 – 18.06%
With a contribution of 18.06%, Iowa is the top corn-growing state in the United States. Most of the corn grown in Iowa is field corn. Iowa has produced the highest volume of corn among all US states for the last two decades. Abundant rainfall and a long growing season are some of the reasons why it tops the list of states that produce the most corn.
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