Kansas Wheat Price — USDA NASS Monthly & MYA Data
Kansas Wheat price reached $6.84/bu in August 2026 — about $0.61/bu above the US average of $6.23/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Wheat monthly price trend
Kansas vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | Kansas price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $4.34/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-02 | $4.42/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-03 | $4.38/bu | $4.86/bu |
| 2020-04 | $4.56/bu | $4.85/bu |
| 2020-05 | $4.47/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2020-06 | $4.25/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2020-07 | $4.23/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-08 | $4.17/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-09 | $4.53/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2020-10 | $5.02/bu | $4.98/bu |
| 2020-11 | $5.22/bu | $5.24/bu |
| 2020-12 | $5.55/bu | $5.46/bu |
| 2021-01 | $5.61/bu | $5.48/bu |
| 2021-02 | $6.08/bu | $5.83/bu |
| 2021-03 | $5.88/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2021-04 | $6.17/bu | $6.04/bu |
| 2021-05 | $6.45/bu | $6.46/bu |
| 2021-06 | $5.95/bu | $6.23/bu |
| 2021-07 | $6.04/bu | $6.26/bu |
| 2021-08 | $6.78/bu | $7.14/bu |
| 2021-09 | $6.73/bu | $7.75/bu |
| 2021-10 | $7.33/bu | $7.92/bu |
| 2021-11 | $7.92/bu | $8.52/bu |
| 2021-12 | $7.93/bu | $8.59/bu |
| 2022-01 | $7.42/bu | $8.48/bu |
| 2022-02 | $8.30/bu | $9.16/bu |
| 2022-03 | $9.88/bu | $9.93/bu |
| 2022-04 | $9.79/bu | $10.20/bu |
| 2022-05 | $11.40/bu | $10.90/bu |
| 2022-06 | $9.06/bu | $9.61/bu |
| 2022-07 | $8.42/bu | $8.69/bu |
| 2022-08 | $8.39/bu | $8.55/bu |
| 2022-09 | $8.94/bu | $8.78/bu |
| 2022-10 | $9.53/bu | $9.18/bu |
| 2022-11 | $9.16/bu | $9.15/bu |
| 2022-12 | $8.51/bu | $8.97/bu |
| 2023-01 | $8.37/bu | $8.81/bu |
| 2023-02 | $8.62/bu | $8.54/bu |
| 2023-03 | $8.31/bu | $8.35/bu |
| 2023-04 | $8.50/bu | $8.31/bu |
| 2023-05 | $8.33/bu | $8.07/bu |
| 2023-06 | $8.02/bu | $7.67/bu |
| 2023-07 | $8.12/bu | $7.61/bu |
| 2023-08 | $7.43/bu | $7.34/bu |
| 2023-09 | $7.08/bu | $7.06/bu |
| 2023-10 | $6.58/bu | $6.96/bu |
| 2023-11 | $6.22/bu | $6.52/bu |
| 2023-12 | $6.04/bu | $6.79/bu |
| 2024-01 | $6.09/bu | $6.77/bu |
| 2024-02 | $5.52/bu | $6.34/bu |
| 2024-03 | $5.72/bu | $6.01/bu |
| 2024-04 | $5.72/bu | $5.90/bu |
| 2024-05 | $6.14/bu | $6.19/bu |
| 2024-06 | $5.87/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2024-07 | $5.45/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2024-08 | $5.17/bu | $5.23/bu |
| 2024-09 | $5.32/bu | $5.36/bu |
| 2024-10 | $5.52/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2024-11 | $5.42/bu | $5.45/bu |
| 2024-12 | $5.09/bu | $5.49/bu |
| 2025-01 | $5.13/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2025-02 | $5.51/bu | $5.59/bu |
| 2025-03 | $5.31/bu | $5.71/bu |
| 2025-04 | $5.10/bu | $5.61/bu |
| 2025-05 | $4.93/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2025-06 | $5.01/bu | $5.28/bu |
| 2025-07 | $4.65/bu | $4.94/bu |
| 2025-08 | $4.48/bu | $4.84/bu |
| 2025-09 | $4.33/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2025-10 | $4.30/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2025-11 | $4.46/bu | $4.90/bu |
| 2025-12 | $4.38/bu | $5.03/bu |
| 2026-01 | $4.57/bu | $5.07/bu |
| 2026-02 | $4.73/bu | $5.15/bu |
| 2026-03 | $5.12/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2026-04 | $5.49/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-05 | $5.92/bu | $5.88/bu |
| 2026-06 | $5.72/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-07 | $6.12/bu | $6.06/bu |
| 2026-08 | $6.84/bu | $6.23/bu |
How Kansas compares
Top Wheat-producing states, August 2026 price
| State | Price | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $6.96/bu | +11.7% |
| Colorado | $6.88/bu | +10.4% |
| North Carolina | $6.86/bu | +10.1% |
| Kansas | $6.84/bu | +9.8% |
| Nebraska | $6.67/bu | +7.1% |
| Oklahoma | $6.64/bu | +6.6% |
| Missouri | $6.4/bu | +2.7% |
| South Dakota | $6.34/bu | +1.8% |
What this price means for Kansas Wheat farmers
Kansas wheat fetched $6.84 per bushel in August 2026, sitting $0.61 above the national average of $6.23 per bushel for the same month. That premium reflects the localized factors that shape state-level basis — primarily transportation costs, regional elevator competition, and proximity to export corridors — rather than any difference in grain quality relative to other producing states. Looking further back, however, the picture shifts considerably: the current marketing-year-average price of $4.65 per bushel sits $0.78 below last year's finalized MYA of $5.43 per bushel, a meaningful year-over-year decline that signals tighter revenue conditions for Kansas wheat producers this season. That MYA figure should be treated as preliminary and may be revised as additional months are reported.
A strong August spot print like $6.84 per bushel can tempt producers to lock in forward contracts or price remaining bushels assuming that momentum will hold, but monthly prices are inherently noisy and can swing sharply — as the six-month run from $5.12 in March to $6.84 in August illustrates. Forward contracts negotiated off a single monthly high can improve cash flow, but they carry the risk of opportunity cost if prices continue climbing, and they offer no guarantee that harvest-period bids will be similarly elevated. For annual revenue planning, budgeting, and loan repayment schedules, the marketing-year-average is the more reliable anchor because it smooths out month-to-month volatility and reflects what a producer realistically receives across the full marketing window. Using a single-month price — especially a seasonal peak — to project annual income is one of the more common planning errors agronomists see, and the gap between this August's $6.84 and the current MYA of $4.65 underscores exactly why those two numbers should never be confused.
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Frequently asked questions — Kansas Wheat price
Why is the Kansas Wheat price of $6.84/bushel higher than the US average of $6.23/bushel in August 2026?
Kansas Wheat trades at a $0.61/bushel premium over the national average in August 2026, a difference known as the state basis, which reflects local supply-and-demand conditions, proximity to major milling and export infrastructure, and regional grain quality factors. Kansas Hard Red Winter Wheat often commands a premium due to its high protein content and strong domestic milling demand. Monitoring this basis spread helps farmers and agronomists evaluate whether selling locally or pursuing alternative marketing channels offers better returns.
What is the difference between the Kansas Wheat monthly price of $6.84/bushel and the marketing-year-average price of $4.65/bushel?
The monthly price of $6.84/bushel reflects what Kansas wheat producers received in August 2026 specifically, while the marketing-year-average (MYA) price of $4.65/bushel represents the weighted average price across the entire marketing year, accounting for all months of sales volume. The MYA is the price USDA uses to calculate crop insurance indemnities, ARC program payments, and other farm program benchmarks, making it a critical figure for revenue planning. A large gap between a strong monthly print and a lower MYA indicates that prices were significantly weaker earlier in the marketing year.
How frequently does USDA update the Kansas Wheat price data used on this page?
USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) publishes state-level commodity prices monthly through the Agricultural Prices report, typically released on the last business day of each month. The marketing-year-average price is revised monthly as new monthly price observations are incorporated and final volumes are reported, with the definitive MYA released after the marketing year closes. Farmers should check for monthly updates to track price trends and refine their marketing decisions throughout the season.
How can I use the Kansas Wheat price of $6.84/bushel alongside yield data to estimate gross revenue per acre?
To estimate gross revenue, multiply your expected or actual Kansas Wheat yield in bushels per acre by the $6.84/bushel price; for example, a yield of 45 bu/acre would project roughly $307.80/acre in gross revenue before deducting production costs. Using the MYA price of $4.65/bushel instead provides a more conservative full-season revenue estimate of $209.25/acre, which is more appropriate for farm program calculations or annual profitability analysis. Comparing both figures helps farmers assess the impact of pricing timing on total income and informs decisions about forward contracting or storage strategies.