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TRENTON, NJ - New Jersey farmers plan to plant 110 thousand soybean acres in 2026, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Growers plan to plant 73 thousand acres of corn.  They intend to harvest hay from 98 thousand acres. “Last year, New Jersey farmers harvested soybeans from 100 thousand acres, corn from 75 thousand acres, and hay from 101 thousand acres,” said New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn. “Resilient New Jersey farmers continue to contribute to our nation’s food supply.”

U.S. Highlights

Corn planted area for all purposes in 2026 is estimated at 95.3 million acres, down 3 percent or 3.45 million acres from last year. Compared with last year, planted acreage is expected to be down or unchanged in 37 of the 48 estimating States. Soybean planted area for 2026 is estimated at 84.7 million acres, up 4 percent from last year. Compared with last year, planted acreage is up or unchanged in 20 of the 29 estimating States.

Survey Procedures

The acreage estimates in this report are based primarily on surveys conducted during the first two weeks of March. The March Agricultural Survey is a probability survey that includes a sample of approximately 73,800 farm operators selected from a list of producers that ensures all operations in the United States have a chance to be selected. Data from operators was collected by mail, internet, or telephone to obtain information on crop acreage intentions for the 2026 crop year.

The complete ‘Prospective Plantings’ report is available online at

https://usda.library.cornell.edu/concern/publications/x633f100h

All other NASS reports are available online at www.nass.usda.gov.

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The New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA), established in 1916, serves New Jersey’s agricultural community and residents through a wide range of programs across its divisions that ensure the preservation and continuation of the state’s agricultural landscape.  NJDA works to ensure the safety and quality of New Jersey’s food supply, protect animal and plant health, and promote the overall long‑term viability of agriculture. The Department also connects consumers with New Jersey’s farmers and locally grown products while supporting the state’s diverse agricultural industry through initiatives of the Jersey Fresh program.  

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