Grain Conversion Calculator
Convert grain weights between bushels, pounds, kilograms and calculate commodity prices
Grain Weight Conversion
Select the type of grain or agricultural commodity
Enter the quantity of grain you want to convert
Conversion Results
Commodity Information
Example Calculation
Converting 1,000 pounds of corn to bushels
Commodity: Corn, Shelled
Standard weight: 56 pounds per bushel
Amount: 1,000 pounds
Calculation
Bushels = Weight in pounds ÷ Pounds per bushel
Bushels = 1,000 ÷ 56
Bushels = 17.86 bushels
Common Grain Weights
Grain Bin Calculation
Note: 1 bushel = 1.244 cubic feet of volume
Grain Tips
Bushel is a volume measure, not weight - varies by commodity
Standard weights are averages - actual weights may vary
Moisture content affects actual grain weight
Use for commodity trading and storage planning
Understanding Grain Conversion
What is a Bushel?
A bushel is a traditional unit of measurement used for agricultural commodities. Unlike many other units, a bushel measures volume, not weight. This means different commodities have different weights per bushel based on their density.
Why Use Bushels?
- •Standard unit in agricultural trading
- •Simplifies commodity pricing and sales
- •Used for crop yield calculations
- •Standard for storage and shipping
Conversion Formula
Bushels = Weight (lbs) ÷ Standard Weight per Bushel
- Volume: 1 bushel = 2,150.42 cubic inches
- Metric: 1 bushel = 35.24 liters
- Imperial: 1 bushel = 1.244 cubic feet
Note: Standard weights are based on USDA data and may vary slightly in practice
Common Applications
Commodity Trading
Calculate market values and compare prices across different units
Storage Planning
Determine grain bin capacity and storage space requirements
Yield Analysis
Convert field harvest data into standard bushel measurements