Bushels per Acre to Tons per Hectare Calculator

Convert crop yield measurements between imperial (bushels/acre) and metric (tons/hectare) units. Perfect for farmers, agronomists, and agricultural professionals.

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Convert yield measurements based on crop-specific test weights. Supports wheat, corn, barley, soybeans, rice, oats, and more.

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Bushels per Acre to Tons per Hectare

Bushels per acre and tons per hectare are both units used to measure crop yield. The conversion between them depends on the crop's test weight — the weight of one bushel of that specific crop.

What is a Bushel per Acre?

A bushel per acre (bu/ac) is an imperial unit measuring agricultural yield. It represents the number of bushels harvested from one acre of land. The weight of a bushel varies by crop:

Wheat: 60 lb/bu
Corn: 56 lb/bu
Barley: 48 lb/bu
Soybeans: 60 lb/bu
Rice: 45 lb/bu
Oats: 32 lb/bu
Rye: 56 lb/bu
Canola: 50 lb/bu

Conversion Formula

The conversion from bushels per acre to tons per hectare uses the following formula:

Bushels/Acre to Tons/Hectare
t/ha = bu/ac × (Test Weight × 0.112085) ÷ 1000
Where: 0.112085 = conversion factor (lb/ac to kg/ha)
Simplified Formula
t/ha = bu/ac × Test Weight × 0.000112085
Example: 50 bu/ac wheat × 60 lb/bu × 0.000112085 = 0.336 t/ha

Step-by-Step Conversion

  1. Multiply bushels per acre by test weight (lb/bu) → pounds per acre
  2. Convert pounds to kilograms: lb × 0.453592 = kg
  3. Convert acres to hectares: 1 acre = 0.404686 hectares
  4. Convert kilograms to tons: kg ÷ 1000 = metric tons

Bushels per Acre to Tons per Hectare Conversion Table

Reference table for common crop yields (using standard test weights):

Crop Test Weight Bushels/Acre Tons/Hectare kg/Hectare
🌾 Wheat 60 lb/bu 50 bu/ac 3.36 t/ha 3,362 kg/ha
🌾 Wheat 60 lb/bu 60 bu/ac 4.03 t/ha 4,035 kg/ha
🌽 Corn 56 lb/bu 150 bu/ac 9.41 t/ha 9,415 kg/ha
🌽 Corn 56 lb/bu 180 bu/ac 11.29 t/ha 11,298 kg/ha
🌾 Barley 48 lb/bu 70 bu/ac 3.77 t/ha 3,767 kg/ha
🫘 Soybeans 60 lb/bu 50 bu/ac 3.36 t/ha 3,362 kg/ha
🫘 Soybeans 60 lb/bu 60 bu/ac 4.03 t/ha 4,035 kg/ha
🍚 Rice 45 lb/bu 100 bu/ac 5.04 t/ha 5,044 kg/ha
🌾 Oats 32 lb/bu 80 bu/ac 2.87 t/ha 2,869 kg/ha
🌾 Rye 56 lb/bu 40 bu/ac 2.51 t/ha 2,510 kg/ha
🌾 Sorghum 56 lb/bu 80 bu/ac 5.02 t/ha 5,019 kg/ha
🫘 Canola 50 lb/bu 45 bu/ac 2.52 t/ha 2,522 kg/ha
🌻 Sunflower 25 lb/bu 30 bu/ac 0.84 t/ha 841 kg/ha
🥜 Peanuts 25 lb/bu 50 bu/ac 1.40 t/ha 1,401 kg/ha
☁️ Cotton 32 lb/bu 2 bu/ac 0.07 t/ha 72 kg/ha
🌾 Wheat 60 lb/bu 80 bu/ac 5.38 t/ha 5,380 kg/ha
🌽 Corn 56 lb/bu 200 bu/ac 12.55 t/ha 12,553 kg/ha
🫘 Soybeans 60 lb/bu 70 bu/ac 4.71 t/ha 4,708 kg/ha
🍚 Rice 45 lb/bu 150 bu/ac 7.57 t/ha 7,566 kg/ha
🌾 Barley 48 lb/bu 100 bu/ac 5.38 t/ha 5,382 kg/ha
Pro Tip:

When converting crop yields, always consider the test weight for your specific variety and growing conditions. Test weights can vary based on grain quality, moisture content, and storage conditions. For the most accurate conversions, use the actual test weight from your grain elevator or lab results.