Interactive chart of historical daily corn prices back to 1959. The price shown is in U.S. Dollars per bushel.

Corn fell to 393.37 USd/BU on July 14, 2025, down 0.66% from the previous day. Over the past month, Corn's price has fallen 9.52%, and is down 2.69% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Corn - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

In 2022, the average price of one bushel of corn was around **** U.S. dollars. That year, the United States was the largest producer of corn in the world.

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Corn (WPU01220205) from Jan 1947 to May 2025 about corn, vegetables, agriculture, commodities, PPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

This statistic shows the development of corn prices within the American market from 1936 to 2023, per metric ton. In 1956, the price for one bushel of corn in the United States was around 3.97 U.S. dollars. In 2016, one bushel of corn cost about 3.36 U.S. dollars and was projected to decrease to 4.8 U.S. dollars in 2023. The United States was the largest producer of corn worldwide in 2022.

Graph and download economic data for Global price of Corn (PMAIZMTUSDM) from Jan 1990 to May 2025 about corn, World, and price.

Wheat fell to 545.50 USd/Bu on July 11, 2025, down 1.62% from the previous day. Over the past month, Wheat's price has risen 3.61%, but it is still 0.95% lower than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Wheat - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

Long Term Projections: Corn: Farm Price data was reported at 4.300 USD/Bushel in 2034. This stayed constant from the previous number of 4.300 USD/Bushel for 2033. Long Term Projections: Corn: Farm Price data is updated yearly, averaging 4.300 USD/Bushel from Dec 2022 (Median) to 2034, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 6.540 USD/Bushel in 2022 and a record low of 3.900 USD/Bushel in 2025. Long Term Projections: Corn: Farm Price data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by U.S. Department of Agriculture. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RI005: Agricultural Projections: Feed Grains: Corn.

United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Corn was 182.83400 Index 1982=100 in March of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Corn reached a record high of 324.61700 in June of 2022 and a record low of 43.20000 in November of 1971. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Corn - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

This statistic shows the price of edible corn oil in the United States from 2004/05 to 2023/24. As of 2017/2018, corn oil prices stood at around 30.35 cents per pound in the United States. By 2022/23, the prices of corn oil increased to 61.62 cents per pound.

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Sweet Corn (WPU01130214) from Jan 1960 to May 2025 about corn, vegetables, agriculture, commodities, PPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

United States - Export Price Index (End Use): Corn was 222.60000 Index 2000=100 in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Export Price Index (End Use): Corn reached a record high of 370.50000 in May of 2022 and a record low of 83.70000 in September of 1986. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Export Price Index (End Use): Corn - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

The monthly price of wheat (hard red winter) in the United States reached an all time high in May 2022, at over *** U.S. dollars per metric ton. The unprecedented price increase began in mid-2020, due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and was later exacerbated by the Russo-Ukrainian War in March 2022. Before the war, Russia and Ukraine were among the world's five largest wheat exporters, and around one third of all international wheat imports came from these two countries. The increase of 96 dollars per ton between February and March 2022 was the single largest price hike in U.S. history, and was only the second time that prices had exceeded 400 dollars - the first time this happened was due to the financial crisis of 2008. In the five years before the Covid-19 pandemic, the price of wheat generally fluctuated between 150 and 230 dollars per ton.

Soybeans rose to 1,015.50 USd/Bu on July 11, 2025, up 0.30% from the previous day. Over the past month, Soybeans's price has fallen 2.57%, and is down 7.94% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Soybeans - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.

United States - Export Price Index (Harmonized System): Corn (Maize) was 227.70000 Index 2000=100 in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Export Price Index (Harmonized System): Corn (Maize) reached a record high of 378.90000 in May of 2022 and a record low of 84.90000 in August of 2000. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Export Price Index (Harmonized System): Corn (Maize) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

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Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Processed Foods and Feeds: Corn Sweeteners, Made by Wet Milling (WPU02540107) from Jun 1985 to May 2025 about corn, processed, food, commodities, PPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

Cost and return estimates are reported for the United States and major production regions for corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, grain sorghum, rice, peanuts, oats, barley, milk, hogs, and cow-calf. The history of commodity cost and return estimates for the U.S. and regions is divided into three categories: current, recent, and historical estimates. Cost of Production Forecasts are also available for major U.S. field crops.This record was taken from the USDA Enterprise Data Inventory that feeds into the https://data.gov catalog. Data for this record includes the following resources: Web page with links to Excel files For complete information, please visit https://data.gov.

United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Sweet Corn was 172.11600 Index 1982=100 in May of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Sweet Corn reached a record high of 525.94900 in February of 2024 and a record low of 11.80000 in September of 1961. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Farm Products: Sweet Corn - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on July of 2025.

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Corn Flour Market Size 2024-2028

The corn flour market size is forecast to increase by USD 3.38 billion, at a CAGR of 3.2% between 2023 and 2028.

The market is witnessing significant shifts, driven by the rising preference for private-label brands and the increasing awareness about gluten-free food products. The prominence of private-label brands is on the rise due to their competitive pricing and perceived quality, posing a challenge for established market players. Moreover, the health-conscious consumer trend is fueling the demand for gluten-free corn flour, as consumers seek alternatives to wheat-based products.
However, this market faces challenges, as corn crops are increasingly vulnerable to climate change, leading to potential production risks and price volatility. Companies in the market must navigate these challenges by focusing on innovation, sustainability, and supply chain resilience to capitalize on the growing demand for gluten-free and private-label corn flour products.

What will be the Size of the Corn Flour Market during the forecast period?

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The market continues to evolve, driven by the diverse applications and dynamic market dynamics in various sectors. Corn flour, a versatile ingredient derived from corn, undergoes intricate processing methods to ensure optimal quality. The continuous unfolding of market activities includes the determination of entities such as fat content, gelatinization temperature, starch granule morphology, and density measurement. Purity assessment plays a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards, while corn gluten meal is a valuable byproduct with significant applications. Rheological properties and texture profile analysis provide insights into the end-product's quality, with amylopectin content and ash content analysis contributing to the overall carbohydrate composition.

Shelf life extension and transportation logistics are essential considerations, with modified starches and milling efficiency optimizing product stability. Food safety regulations and quality control procedures are integral to maintaining consumer trust, with colorimetric analysis and storage conditions ensuring product integrity. The market's ongoing evolution encompasses the exploration of corn flour derivatives and the integration of advanced technologies, such as protein quantification, amylose content determination, and fiber content analysis. The market's continuous dynamism underscores the importance of effective supply chain management and adherence to industry standards.

How is this Corn Flour Industry segmented?

The corn flour industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.

End-user

  Industrial
  Retail
  Food service


Distribution Channel

  Supermarkets and hypermarkets
  Convenience stores
  Online retail
  Others


Product Type

  Precooked Corn Flour
  Uncooked Corn Flour


Form

  Yellow Corn Flour
  White Corn Flour
  Blue Corn Flour


Application

  Food & Beverages (Bakery & Confectionery, Snacks, Breakfast Cereals, Tortillas & Nachos, Thickening Agent)
  Animal Feed
  Industrial (Biofuel, Adhesives)


Nature

  Organic
  Conventional


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    Italy
    UK


  Middle East and Africa

    Egypt
    KSA
    Oman
    UAE


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan


  South America

    Argentina
    Brazil


  Rest of World (ROW)

By End-user Insights

The industrial segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

In the industrial sector, corn flour, derived from corn milling, holds a prominent position due to its extensive usage in various applications. In the US food industry, corn flour is particularly favored by snack manufacturers for producing tortilla chips and other snack products. The high starch content in corn flour contributes significantly to the desirable puff effect in the preparation of processed and extruded snacks. Moreover, its use in baby food production is on the rise due to the ease of digestion offered by its starch and protein content, which also creates creamy textures. The global demand for whole grain tortilla chips continues to surge, further propelling the market growth.

Additionally, corn flour finds application in various end-use industries such as bakery, confectionery, and beverage sectors. The production of corn flour involves several processes including particle size distribution assessment, bulk density determination, and packaging technologies. Corn flour processing technique