US farmers shift to more soybeans and less corn for 2026
The USDA says US farmers will plant more soybeans and less corn today. This shift follows a global supply glut and rising costs for inputs such as fertilizer.
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US Department of Agriculture released its 2026 planting and harvest forecasts today, February 19, 2026, marking the start of the annual Ag Outlook Forum. The official projections indicate that U.S. farmers are expected to plant 94 million acres of corn and 85 million acres of soybeans this year, representing a decrease in corn acreage and an increase in soybean seedings compared to 2025. These figures provide the primary official acreage and production outlook for the 2026 season, setting the stage for domestic and international trade expectations.
US Department of Agriculture released its 2026 planting and harvest forecasts today, February 19, 2026, marking the start of the annual Ag Outlook Forum. The official projections indicate that U.S. farmers are expected to plant 94 million acres of corn and 85 million acres of soybeans this year, representing a decrease in corn acreage and an increase in soybean seedings compared to 2025. These figures provide the primary official acreage and production outlook for the 2026 season, setting the stage for domestic and international trade expectations.
