USDA Reported Progress in Corn and Soybean Harvest
The national corn harvest has reached 33 percent completion while soybean harvesting has hit 46 percent.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Agriculture
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The USDA released its weekly Crop Progress report confirming that national corn harvest progress is at 33 percent, with 46 percent of the soybean crop harvested. These figures reflect the status of U.S. fields as of October 11, 2026.
Why it matters
Monitoring these harvest metrics allows farmers and market analysts to gauge supply availability and crop health across the United States. Assessing field conditions and maturity levels helps inform the industry on the overall efficiency of the current agricultural season.
Corn crop maturity has reached 91 percent, while 92 percent of soybeans have reached the leaf-dropping stage. Currently, 56 percent of corn fields and 57 percent of soybean fields are rated in good-to-excellent condition.
The players
USDA NASS
The National Agricultural Statistics Service is the branch of the United States Department of Agriculture responsible for providing timely, accurate, and useful statistics in service to U.S. agriculture.
The details
The USDA NASS compiles these agricultural benchmarks by tracking crop development and harvest status across the country on a weekly basis. This ongoing evaluation provides a snapshot of seasonal progress for the nation's primary grain and oilseed crops.
Timeline
Harvest and crop condition metrics were recorded as of October 11, 2026.
The official Crop Progress report was released on October 13, 2026.
Market Landscape
This release follows the standard seasonal cycle established by the USDA NASS Crop Progress and Condition reporting schedule. These updates provide essential market transparency, allowing stakeholders to evaluate supply-side dynamics against multi-year agricultural trends.
As harvest progress increases, farmers and industry participants use this data to make informed decisions regarding logistics and supply chain storage. These metrics provide transparency that can influence market sentiment and long-term commodity pricing for consumers.
The takeaway
Reliable data on harvest progress is crucial for navigating the supply chain during the peak fall season. Keeping track of these USDA updates can help stakeholders stay informed on the efficiency and scale of the national agricultural output.
Further reading
For more on the national agricultural sector, visit Agriculture.
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