Corn Production by State

Corn, is a staple crop in the United States and plays a pivotal role in the country's agricultural economy. It's not just a food source for humans and livestock, but also a key ingredient in biofuels and a range of industrial products. In 2022, the United States was the world's leading corn producer.

The corn production landscape in the U.S. is diverse, with each state contributing to the overall output based on its unique agricultural conditions and farming practices. The Midwest, often referred to as the 'Corn Belt', is the heart of U.S. corn production, with states like Iowa, Illinois, and Nebraska leading the pack. However, corn is grown in every state, making it a truly national crop.

Here are some key findings from the data:

• Iowa, the top corn-producing state, harvested a record 2.5 billion bushels in 2022.
• Illinois followed closely with 2.3 billion bushels, while Nebraska contributed 1.6 billion bushels to the national corn supply.
• Minnesota and Indiana also made significant contributions, with 1.4 billion and 965 million bushels, respectively.
• Outside the Corn Belt, states like Texas, Kentucky, and North Carolina also play a significant role in corn production, with outputs ranging from 104 million to 204 million bushels.
• Even states with smaller agricultural sectors, like Delaware and Washington, contribute to the national corn output, producing 27 million and 18 million bushels, respectively.

The United States is the leading producer of corn, with ten states contributing the bulk of the total production. Topping the chart is Iowa, leading the nation with an annual corn production of 2.5 billion bushels. Not far behind is Illinois, producing 2.3 billion bushels annually. Nebraska takes the third spot, contributing 1.6 billion bushels to the country's yearly corn production. Minnesota, with 1.4 billion bushels of production each year, ranks fourth. 

Indiana makes the list at the fifth spot, contributing 965 million bushels of corn produced each year. Following Indiana is South Dakota at 656 million bushels and Kansas at 592 million, both producing significant amounts of corn annually. Ohio's corn farmers contribute 580 million bushels each year, earning it a spot in the top ten states for corn production. Wisconsin and Missouri complete the list, with yearly corn production of 537 million and 493 million bushels, respectively. 

States with the Highest Corn Production (Bushels Produced Yearly):

1. Iowa - 2.5B Bushels
2. Illinois - 2.3B Bushels
3. Nebraska - 1.6B Bushels
4. Minnesota - 1.4B Bushels
5. Indiana - 965M Bushels
6. South Dakota - 656M Bushels
7. Kansas - 592M Bushels
8. Ohio - 580M Bushels
9. Wisconsin - 537M Bushels
10. Missouri - 493M Bushels