North Dakota Wheat Price — USDA NASS Monthly & MYA Data
North Dakota Wheat price reached $6.19/bu in August 2026 — $0.04/bu below the US average of $6.23/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Wheat monthly price trend
North Dakota vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | North Dakota price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $4.71/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-02 | $4.72/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-03 | $4.75/bu | $4.86/bu |
| 2020-04 | $4.64/bu | $4.85/bu |
| 2020-05 | $4.53/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2020-06 | $4.63/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2020-07 | $4.43/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-08 | $4.50/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-09 | $4.81/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2020-10 | $4.97/bu | $4.98/bu |
| 2020-11 | $5.09/bu | $5.24/bu |
| 2020-12 | $5.19/bu | $5.46/bu |
| 2021-01 | $5.38/bu | $5.48/bu |
| 2021-02 | $5.68/bu | $5.83/bu |
| 2021-03 | $5.72/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2021-04 | $6.11/bu | $6.04/bu |
| 2021-05 | $6.45/bu | $6.46/bu |
| 2021-06 | $6.83/bu | $6.23/bu |
| 2021-07 | $7.72/bu | $6.26/bu |
| 2021-08 | $8.16/bu | $7.14/bu |
| 2021-09 | $8.96/bu | $7.75/bu |
| 2021-10 | $9.34/bu | $7.92/bu |
| 2021-11 | $9.68/bu | $8.52/bu |
| 2021-12 | $9.54/bu | $8.59/bu |
| 2022-01 | $9.44/bu | $8.48/bu |
| 2022-02 | $9.80/bu | $9.16/bu |
| 2022-03 | $10.30/bu | $9.93/bu |
| 2022-04 | $10.90/bu | $10.20/bu |
| 2022-05 | $11.30/bu | $10.90/bu |
| 2022-06 | $11.00/bu | $9.61/bu |
| 2022-07 | $10.00/bu | $8.69/bu |
| 2022-08 | $9.01/bu | $8.55/bu |
| 2022-09 | $8.89/bu | $8.78/bu |
| 2022-10 | $9.02/bu | $9.18/bu |
| 2022-11 | $9.15/bu | $9.15/bu |
| 2022-12 | $9.13/bu | $8.97/bu |
| 2023-01 | $9.00/bu | $8.81/bu |
| 2023-02 | $8.71/bu | $8.54/bu |
| 2023-03 | $8.43/bu | $8.35/bu |
| 2023-04 | $8.36/bu | $8.31/bu |
| 2023-05 | $8.02/bu | $8.07/bu |
| 2023-06 | $8.00/bu | $7.67/bu |
| 2023-07 | $8.06/bu | $7.61/bu |
| 2023-08 | $7.79/bu | $7.34/bu |
| 2023-09 | $7.50/bu | $7.06/bu |
| 2023-10 | $7.63/bu | $6.96/bu |
| 2023-11 | $7.16/bu | $6.52/bu |
| 2023-12 | $7.36/bu | $6.79/bu |
| 2024-01 | $7.51/bu | $6.77/bu |
| 2024-02 | $6.65/bu | $6.34/bu |
| 2024-03 | $6.54/bu | $6.01/bu |
| 2024-04 | $6.30/bu | $5.90/bu |
| 2024-05 | $6.70/bu | $6.19/bu |
| 2024-06 | $6.52/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2024-07 | $5.88/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2024-08 | $5.51/bu | $5.23/bu |
| 2024-09 | $5.48/bu | $5.36/bu |
| 2024-10 | $5.61/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2024-11 | $5.60/bu | $5.45/bu |
| 2024-12 | $5.74/bu | $5.49/bu |
| 2025-01 | $5.79/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2025-02 | $6.01/bu | $5.59/bu |
| 2025-03 | $5.94/bu | $5.71/bu |
| 2025-04 | $5.84/bu | $5.61/bu |
| 2025-05 | $5.63/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2025-06 | $5.77/bu | $5.28/bu |
| 2025-07 | $5.75/bu | $4.94/bu |
| 2025-08 | $5.16/bu | $4.84/bu |
| 2025-09 | $4.98/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2025-10 | $5.06/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2025-11 | $5.26/bu | $4.90/bu |
| 2025-12 | $5.35/bu | $5.03/bu |
| 2026-01 | $5.39/bu | $5.07/bu |
| 2026-02 | $5.39/bu | $5.15/bu |
| 2026-03 | $5.71/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2026-04 | $5.86/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-05 | $5.93/bu | $5.88/bu |
| 2026-06 | $5.76/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-07 | $5.92/bu | $6.06/bu |
| 2026-08 | $6.19/bu | $6.23/bu |
How North Dakota 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 North Dakota Wheat farmers
North Dakota wheat averaged $6.19 per bushel in August 2026, just four cents below the national average of $6.23 per bushel — a narrow gap that reflects local basis conditions such as transportation costs and elevator competition rather than any difference in crop quality. That spread is well within the normal range for a landlocked state dependent on rail access to export terminals. Looking back at the broader marketing year, however, the picture shifts: the current marketing-year-average price of $5.39 per bushel sits $0.32 below last year's finalized MYA of $5.71, a meaningful step down that signals softer average returns across the season even as the August spot price has climbed.
For marketing decisions, it is important not to conflate the strength of a single monthly print with what the season is actually delivering. The August figure of $6.19 per bushel may be tempting as a benchmark when evaluating a forward contract, but locking in volume based solely on a late-summer price spike ignores the fact that prices earlier in the year ranged from $5.71 in March to $5.93 in May — a spread of nearly fifty cents. The marketing-year-average of $5.39 per bushel is the more reliable foundation for annual revenue planning and loan repayment projections, because it smooths out month-to-month volatility and reflects the blended price a producer actually captures across all sales windows. Growers who budget against a single favorable monthly price risk overstating expected income when the full-season average tells a more conservative story.
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Frequently asked questions — North Dakota Wheat price
Why is North Dakota's August 2026 Wheat price of $6.19/bushel lower than the US average of $6.23/bushel?
North Dakota's price sits $0.04/bushel below the national average primarily due to regional basis conditions, which reflect local supply-demand dynamics, transportation costs to export terminals, and elevator handling margins specific to the Northern Plains. Because North Dakota is a high-production state close to large storage and rail infrastructure, local prices can diverge from the national composite depending on crop size, rail car availability, and competition from other wheat classes. Monitoring this state-level basis helps growers assess whether to sell locally, store grain, or explore alternative marketing channels.
What is the difference between North Dakota's August 2026 monthly Wheat price of $6.19/bushel and the marketing-year-average price of $5.39/bushel?
The monthly price of $6.19/bushel reflects what North Dakota elevators and buyers were paying for Wheat during August 2026, while the marketing-year-average (MYA) of $5.39/bushel represents the volume-weighted average price received by producers across the entire June 2025–May 2026 marketing year. The $0.80/bushel gap indicates that late-marketing-year prices have risen above the season-long average, which is useful context when evaluating whether forward contracts or delayed sales captured favorable pricing relative to the full-season benchmark.
How frequently does the USDA update North Dakota Wheat price data, and when should I expect new figures?
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) publishes state-level monthly crop prices through its Agricultural Prices report, released on the last business day of each month for the prior month's data. Marketing-year-average prices are finalized after the marketing year closes and are published in NASS summary reports, typically in the fall. Farmers and agronomists should check the NASS release calendar to align procurement and marketing decisions with the most current available data.
How can I combine North Dakota's Wheat price data with yield estimates to project gross revenue per acre?
To estimate gross revenue, multiply your expected or realized yield per acre by the relevant price benchmark: for example, a 45 bu/acre yield at the August 2026 price of $6.19/bushel projects $278.55/acre, while using the marketing-year-average of $5.39/bushel yields $242.55/acre, a difference of $36/acre that reflects the importance of timing your sales strategically. Comparing these scenarios against your cost of production helps identify the minimum price needed to break even and whether current spot prices justify immediate sales versus storage. Layering in county-level yield data alongside state price trends gives a more precise picture of local profitability.