Indiana Agriculture Facts 2026: Corn, Soybeans & Poultry

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March 19, 2026

Indiana Agriculture: Fast Facts, Exports & Why It Matters

Why Indiana agriculture matters

Indiana is a Midwest workhorse. Yes, corn and soybeans dominate acres—but the state also excels in eggs, turkeys, ducks, and processing crops like tomatoes and pumpkins. That mix powers year-round jobs, diversified exports, and steady demand for services from elevators to equipment dealers. Below are quick facts you can cite, plus plain-English context for how those numbers show up in food, feed, and rural main streets.

Snapshot: the essential facts

Farming operations: 53,599

#1: commercial duck production and popcorn production

#2: tomatoes for processing and pumpkin production

#3: total egg production

#4: turkeys and soybeans

#5: corn

#6: watermelon production

From numbers to impact: how Indiana’s farm economy shows up

Food

Processing tomatoes, pumpkins, and watermelons feed canneries, fresh markets, and value-added products. Popcorn is a signature export. Eggs and turkey/duck products reach retailers and foodservice nationwide. Cold storage, packaging, and transportation add value and jobs around these supply chains.

Feed

Soybean meal and corn support poultry, egg, and livestock sectors in-state and across the Midwest. That demand sustains local elevators, feed mills, and trucking—keeping dollars circulating in rural communities.

Fuel & fiber

Corn and soy contribute to biofuels and industrial inputs. Diverse crop rotations—small grains and specialty crops—support soil structure, water quality, and pest management, preserving long-term productivity.

Indiana’s edge: eggs, tomatoes & popcorn

While corn and soy drive acreage, Indiana’s leadership in eggs (#3), processing tomatoes (#2), and popcorn (#1) makes the state strategically important for grocery and foodservice buyers. Reliable volume, experienced growers, and regional processing capacity create a resilient hub from field to plant.

The human side: family farms and rural main streets

Most Indiana operations are family-owned. That shows up as long-term stewardship, stable workforces, and local purchasing—from fuel and hardware to custom applicators and mechanics. Strong seasons ripple through main streets and county fairs alike.

Support the producers behind these numbers

Farm Bureau membership is a simple way to back Indiana’s farm and ranch families. Members help advance commonsense ag policy, strengthen rural communities, and expand classroom resources. Many state Farm Bureaus also offer member programs and savings (benefits vary by state).

What membership supports:

Advocacy: a grassroots voice on water, land, markets, and transportation.

Education: ag-in-the-classroom, scholarships, and leadership programs.

Community: county Farm Bureaus, service projects, and local events.

Join the Indiana Farm Bureau: https://www.infarmbureau.org/membership
Not in Indiana? Find your state Farm Bureau: https://www.fb.org/about/get-involved

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Through our partnership with the Indiana Farm Bureau, we’re proud to support Indiana farmers with tools designed for real-world operations. As part of this partnership, Indiana Farm Bureau members receive exclusive Gripp pricing, helping operations digitize records, streamline daily work, and stay audit-ready—without adding complexity.