Convert between agricultural volume (bushels) and mass (tons/lbs) for various commodities.
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Overview
The 'bushel' is a volume measurement (approx. 8 gallons), but agricultural commodities are traded by standardized weights. These 'test weights' define how much one bushel of a crop should weigh.
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Pro Tips
Standardization: Market prices are based on these standard weights, regardless of the grain's actual density in the bin.
Moisture Impact: High moisture grain is heavier but often results in 'shrink' or discounts at the elevator.
Test Weight: Actual 'test weight' can vary by variety and growing conditions, affecting how much grain fits in a bin.
Trading: When selling 'bushels', you are usually selling blocks of weight (e.g., 56 lbs for corn).
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Fun Facts
"A 'bushel' was originally the volume of a basket used to transport grain."
"Test weights exist to standardize trading; otherwise, you'd pay the same for a bushel of fluffy chaff as for a bushel of dense kernels."
"The 'grain' unit (1/7000th of a pound) was historically based on the weight of a single barley grain."
"High moisture content makes grain heavier but can lead to spoilage (and price discounts)."
