how much does it cost to raise corn
In the cash corn division, the average cost per acre has been $238 (minimum = $215 during 1995; maximum = $260 during 1992). In the livestock corn division, the average cost per acre is $206 (minimum = $186 during 1993; maximum = $235 during 1987). Average cost per bushel has been between $1.25 and $1.95 in the cash corn division and $1.13 and $1.81 in the livestock corn division. Corn seed costs have increased 74% since the inception of the contest in 1987. Fertilizer costs have not changed over time, but varies up to 120% depending upon year.