Seed Cost Per Acre Calculator

Q: How much does corn seed cost per acre?

Corn seed cost per acre varies, but many farms spend over $100 per acre depending on hybrid price and seeding rate.

Q: Why calculate seed cost per acre?

Seed is one of the largest input costs in crop production. Calculating per-acre cost helps evaluate profitability.

Estimate planting cost per acre using seeding rate and seed price.

Inputs

Crop Type Seeding Rate (Units or Lbs per Acre) Cost per Unit or Pound ($)

How It Works

Seed Cost per Acre = Seeding Rate × Cost per Unit

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Seed Cost Calculator FAQ

How much does corn seed cost per acre?

Corn seed cost varies widely, but many operations spend $100–$150+ per acre depending on hybrid price and seeding rate.

Why calculate seed cost per acre?

Seed is one of the largest input costs. Calculating per-acre cost helps evaluate ROI and profitability.

Understanding Seed Cost Per Acre

Seed cost per acre is one of the largest variable expenses in crop production. Corn hybrids are typically sold by the unit, while soybeans and forage crops are often priced by the pound. Accurately calculating seed cost per acre helps growers evaluate input investment relative to yield potential.

For example, planting 1 unit of corn at $250 per unit results in $250 per acre seed cost. Soybeans planted at 140 lbs per acre at $0.60 per pound would cost $84 per acre. These calculations are essential for enterprise budgeting and profit analysis.