This grain converter uses commodity-specific kilograms-per-bushel reference weights to move between mass and bushels, calculate lot value, and compare two lots.
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Grain Conversion Calculator
Convert mass and bushels with commodity-specific reference weights, calculate prices, and compare two lots.
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About this calculator
Formula notes
bushels = mass in kilograms / kilograms per bushel; mass = bushels x kilograms per bushel; total price = bushels x price per bushel; difference = comparison total - primary total.
Worked examples
- Example: 1,000 kg of barley at 21.8 kg per bushel equals about 45.8716 bushels; at 6.50 per bushel its total is about 298.17.
- Using the captured barley reference of 21.8 kg per bushel, 50 bushels correspond to 1,090 kg before any price comparison is applied.
How to use it
- Choose mass or bushels as the input basis and select a commodity.
- Enter the amount and optional price per bushel.
- Optionally enable a second lot to compare mass, bushels, and total value.
Frequently asked questions
Why does bushel weight depend on the commodity?
A bushel is a volume measure, while trade conversions use standard test weights that vary by commodity.
Does this replace an official scale or grain grading?
No. Moisture, grade, jurisdiction, contract rules, and actual measured weight can change a commercial settlement.
Limits and interpretation
- Commodity bushel weights are standardized reference or test weights rather than a measurement of every physical load; moisture, grade, dockage, and jurisdiction can change trade treatment.
- Price comparison assumes the entered price basis and currency are identical for both lots and excludes freight, storage, handling, shrinkage, quality premiums, and contract adjustments.