Nebraska’s 2025 crop values reflect a mixed outlook. Overall value is modestly higher than last year, supported largely by stronger corn and soybean performance. Increased production helped lift total value for both major row crops, even as corn prices softened and soybean prices posted only slight gains.
In contrast, winter wheat and forage crops saw significant declines. Lower prices weighed heavily on wheat, alfalfa and other hay, pulling down their overall production values compared to the previous marketing year.
Taken together, Nebraska’s crop economy in 2025 is being carried by row crops, while small grains and forage sectors continue to face price pressure.
2025 Crop Values
The value of Nebraska’s 2025 field and miscellaneous crops is forecast at $12.5 billion, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is up 3% from 2024.
The value of corn production is expected to total $8.3 billion, up 7% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska’s corn price is projected to average $4.10 per bushel, down $0.23 from the last marketing year.
The value of soybean production is expected to total $3.12 billion, up 6% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska’s soybean price is projected to average $9.95 per bushel, up $0.16 from the last marketing year.
The value of winter wheat production is expected to total $165 million, down 32% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska's winter wheat price is projected to average $4.35 per bushel, down $0.67 from the last marketing year.
The value of alfalfa production is expected to total $327 million, down 23% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska's alfalfa price is projected to average $102.00 per ton, down $20.00 from the last marketing year. The value of other hay production is expected to total $204 million, down 24% from the previous marketing year. Nebraska's other hay price is projected to average $86.00 per ton, down $15.00 from the last marketing year.
