Ohio Wheat price reached $6.33/bu in August 2026 — about $0.10/bu above the US average of $6.23/bu. Monthly price received by producers, sourced directly from USDA NASS.
Wheat monthly price trend
Ohio vs the US average, last 24 months of USDA NASS data
| Month | Ohio price | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01 | $5.46/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-02 | $5.69/bu | $4.88/bu |
| 2020-03 | $5.62/bu | $4.86/bu |
| 2020-04 | $5.32/bu | $4.85/bu |
| 2020-05 | $4.97/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2020-06 | $5.07/bu | $4.57/bu |
| 2020-07 | $5.16/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-08 | $5.27/bu | $4.54/bu |
| 2020-09 | $5.35/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2020-10 | $5.83/bu | $4.98/bu |
| 2020-11 | $5.70/bu | $5.24/bu |
| 2020-12 | $5.69/bu | $5.46/bu |
| 2021-01 | $5.77/bu | $5.48/bu |
| 2021-02 | $5.90/bu | $5.83/bu |
| 2021-03 | $6.22/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2021-04 | $6.11/bu | $6.04/bu |
| 2021-05 | $6.49/bu | $6.46/bu |
| 2021-06 | $6.36/bu | $6.23/bu |
| 2021-07 | $6.13/bu | $6.26/bu |
| 2021-08 | $6.61/bu | $7.14/bu |
| 2021-09 | $6.31/bu | $7.75/bu |
| 2021-10 | $6.73/bu | $7.92/bu |
| 2021-11 | $7.32/bu | $8.52/bu |
| 2021-12 | $6.67/bu | $8.59/bu |
| 2022-01 | $6.75/bu | $8.48/bu |
| 2022-02 | $7.89/bu | $9.16/bu |
| 2022-03 | $9.51/bu | $9.93/bu |
| 2022-04 | $8.37/bu | $10.20/bu |
| 2022-05 | $10.70/bu | $10.90/bu |
| 2022-06 | $8.32/bu | $9.61/bu |
| 2022-07 | $7.99/bu | $8.69/bu |
| 2022-08 | $7.61/bu | $8.55/bu |
| 2022-09 | $8.07/bu | $8.78/bu |
| 2022-10 | $8.38/bu | $9.18/bu |
| 2022-11 | $7.63/bu | $9.15/bu |
| 2022-12 | $7.35/bu | $8.97/bu |
| 2023-01 | $7.60/bu | $8.81/bu |
| 2023-02 | $7.43/bu | $8.54/bu |
| 2023-03 | $6.93/bu | $8.35/bu |
| 2023-04 | $6.38/bu | $8.31/bu |
| 2023-05 | $6.17/bu | $8.07/bu |
| 2023-06 | $6.26/bu | $7.67/bu |
| 2023-07 | $6.52/bu | $7.61/bu |
| 2023-08 | $6.26/bu | $7.34/bu |
| 2023-09 | $5.54/bu | $7.06/bu |
| 2023-10 | $5.35/bu | $6.96/bu |
| 2023-11 | $5.32/bu | $6.52/bu |
| 2023-12 | $5.63/bu | $6.79/bu |
| 2024-01 | $5.81/bu | $6.77/bu |
| 2024-02 | $5.48/bu | $6.34/bu |
| 2024-03 | $5.43/bu | $6.01/bu |
| 2024-04 | $5.42/bu | $5.90/bu |
| 2024-05 | $5.79/bu | $6.19/bu |
| 2024-06 | $5.52/bu | $5.86/bu |
| 2024-07 | $5.58/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2024-08 | $5.28/bu | $5.23/bu |
| 2024-09 | $5.32/bu | $5.36/bu |
| 2024-10 | $5.40/bu | $5.47/bu |
| 2024-11 | $5.24/bu | $5.45/bu |
| 2024-12 | $5.47/bu | $5.49/bu |
| 2025-01 | $5.41/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2025-02 | $5.36/bu | $5.59/bu |
| 2025-03 | $5.44/bu | $5.71/bu |
| 2025-04 | $5.69/bu | $5.61/bu |
| 2025-05 | $4.96/bu | $5.58/bu |
| 2025-06 | $5.25/bu | $5.28/bu |
| 2025-07 | $5.18/bu | $4.94/bu |
| 2025-08 | $4.91/bu | $4.84/bu |
| 2025-09 | $4.83/bu | $4.76/bu |
| 2025-10 | $5.01/bu | $4.73/bu |
| 2025-11 | $4.98/bu | $4.90/bu |
| 2025-12 | $5.36/bu | $5.03/bu |
| 2026-01 | $5.25/bu | $5.07/bu |
| 2026-02 | $5.14/bu | $5.15/bu |
| 2026-03 | $5.63/bu | $5.52/bu |
| 2026-04 | $5.89/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-05 | $5.64/bu | $5.88/bu |
| 2026-06 | $5.70/bu | $5.70/bu |
| 2026-07 | $5.91/bu | $6.06/bu |
| 2026-08 | $6.33/bu | $6.23/bu |
How Ohio 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 Ohio Wheat farmers
Ohio wheat prices reached $6.33 per bushel in August 2026, sitting $0.10 above the national average of $6.23 per bushel for the same month. That modest premium over the US figure is largely a function of local basis conditions — transportation logistics, elevator density, and regional buyer competition — rather than any inherent difference in grain quality between Ohio and other producing states. Looking beyond the single-month snapshot, this year's marketing-year-average price for Ohio wheat stands at $5.19 per bushel, down $0.27 from last year's finalized MYA of $5.46 per bushel, a meaningful year-over-year decline that reflects broader softness in wheat markets through the 2025–26 crop year.
The recent climb from $5.63 in March to $6.33 in August may tempt growers to lock in forward contracts based on that high-water print, but using a single elevated month as the anchor for a marketing decision carries real risk given how quickly prices can retreat. The marketing-year-average of $5.19 per bushel is the figure that best captures what wheat has actually returned across the full selling window, and it is the number that belongs in your annual revenue projections and break-even calculations. Forward contracting a portion of next year's crop when cash prices spike above the MYA can make strategic sense, but those contracts should be sized against realistic MYA-based revenue expectations rather than the peak monthly price. Grounding budget assumptions in the MYA protects against overextending input purchases or operating loans during months when spot prices briefly and misleadingly outrun the seasonal average.
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Frequently asked questions — Ohio Wheat price
Why is Ohio's wheat price of $6.33/bushel higher than the US average of $6.23/bushel in August 2026?
Ohio's $0.10/bushel premium over the national average of $6.23/bushel reflects a positive local basis, driven by factors such as proximity to regional flour mills, export terminals along the Great Lakes, and local supply-demand conditions. Basis can shift seasonally and year to year, so Ohio wheat producers should monitor this spread when evaluating whether to sell locally or explore other marketing channels.
What is the difference between Ohio's August 2026 wheat price of $6.33/bushel and the marketing-year-average price of $5.19/bushel?
The August 2026 monthly price of $6.33/bushel represents the estimated average price received by Ohio farmers during that specific month, while the marketing-year-average (MYA) of $5.19/bushel reflects the weighted average price across the entire June-to-May marketing year. The $1.14/bushel difference illustrates how prices can vary significantly within a marketing year, underscoring the value of spreading sales across multiple months rather than committing all grain at once.
How frequently does USDA update Ohio wheat price data, and where does the information originate?
USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) publishes state-level wheat prices monthly through its Agricultural Prices report, typically released on the last business day of each month. The data are collected via surveys of grain handlers and elevators across Ohio, so each monthly release reflects prices received during the prior calendar month and may be subject to revision as additional survey responses are received.
How can I use Ohio's August 2026 wheat price of $6.33/bushel alongside yield data to estimate gross revenue per acre?
Multiply your expected or actual Ohio wheat yield in bushels per acre by the $6.33/bushel price to estimate gross revenue; for example, a 70 bu/acre yield would generate approximately $443/acre before expenses. Using the marketing-year-average of $5.19/bushel instead provides a more conservative, full-season revenue estimate of roughly $363/acre, which is useful for budgeting and loan repayment analysis when final prices are uncertain at planting time.