Yield calculator and reference
Soybean yield per acre
Use the final 2025 U.S. average yield, standard bushel weight and calculator below to convert soybean yield into bushels, pounds, kilograms and short tons.
Soybean production calculator
Change the yield or bushel weight if you are using a local elevator, contract or crop-specific value.
Formula
The calculator multiplies acres by yield in bushels per acre, then multiplies bushels by the standard bushel weight.
Soybean yield conversion table
| Yield (bu/acre) | Pounds per acre | Kilograms per acre | Short tons per acre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 1,800 | 816 | 0.90 |
| 35 | 2,100 | 953 | 1.05 |
| 40 | 2,400 | 1,089 | 1.20 |
| 45 | 2,700 | 1,225 | 1.35 |
| 50 | 3,000 | 1,361 | 1.50 |
| 53 | 3,180 | 1,442 | 1.59 |
| 55 | 3,300 | 1,497 | 1.65 |
| 60 | 3,600 | 1,633 | 1.80 |
| 65 | 3,900 | 1,769 | 1.95 |
| 70 | 4,200 | 1,905 | 2.10 |
How to interpret the 2025 value
USDA NASS reported a final 2025 U.S. average soybean yield of 53.0 bushels per acre. With the standard 60 lb bushel weight, that equals about 3,180 lb per acre before local adjustments.
For broader crop comparisons, use the U.S. crop yield per acre table. For crop-specific weights, use the bushel weight by crop table.
FAQ
What was the 2025 average soybean yield per acre in the U.S.?
The final 2025 U.S. average soybean yield was 53.0 bushels per acre according to USDA NASS.
What bushel weight does this soybean calculator use?
This page uses 60 lb per bushel, the standard bushel weight listed in the project bushel-weight table.
Why can final yield values differ from earlier reports?
USDA publishes forecasts during the season and final annual summaries later. This page uses final values, not mid-season forecasts.