Wisconsin Corn Yield 2019 2020 2021 Nass Bushels Per Acre

So, there I was, driving through the heart of Wisconsin, windows down, radio blaring, when I noticed something that made me do a double-take. The cornfields, oh boy, they were taller than ever! I mean, I've seen cornfields before, but these were like the Jolly Green Giants of the plant world. It got me thinking, "What's the deal with Wisconsin's corn yields?" And that, my friends, is how I ended up spending way too much time digging into USDA NASS data.

Wisconsin Corn Yield: A Tale of Three Years

Let's rewind to 2019. The corn was knee-high by the Fourth of July, as the old saying goes. But how high was it by harvest time? According to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Wisconsin farmers harvested an average of 168 bushels per acre that year. Not too shabby, right?

Now, let's talk about 2020. You know, the year that shall not be named in polite company. Despite the challenges, Wisconsin farmers managed to eke out an average yield of 172 bushels per acre. Not a huge jump, but every bushel counts, am I right?

And then we come to 2021. The year the corn grew so tall, it was blocking my view of the road. And guess what? The NASS data shows that Wisconsin farmers harvested an average of 185 bushels per acre. That's a new record, folks!

What's Behind the Numbers?

You might be wondering, what's behind these numbers? Well, it's a combination of factors. Weather plays a big role - too much rain, too little rain, too much heat, not enough heat. Then there's the seeds, the soil, the farming practices. It's a complex dance, and every year is different.

But here's something interesting. While Wisconsin's average yield has been steadily increasing over the years, we're still not at the top of the heap. Iowa, for instance, has been consistently ahead of us. But hey, we're not competing in a corn-growing beauty pageant, right? We're just trying to grow the best darn corn we can.

Looking Ahead: The Corn Yield Crystal Ball

So, what's in store for Wisconsin's corn yields in the coming years? Your guess is as good as mine. The weather gods have a mind of their own, and who knows what new challenges or innovations are around the corner. But one thing's for sure - Wisconsin farmers will be out there, doing their best to grow the tallest, most bountiful corn they can.

And who knows? Maybe next time I drive through Wisconsin, the corn will be so tall, I'll need a ladder to see over it. Now wouldn't that be something?