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Wrapping it Up. The USDA cost of production estimates suggest that 2016 input costs will be similar to 2015. With prices at current levels, this would mean another challenging year for many farmers.or instance, at the estimated trend yield of 166 bushels per acre for corn the costs of production would be $4.11 per bushel. Using this approach soybeans and wheat come in at costs of $10.65 and $6.50 per bushel respectively.
These numbers might not seem like a big deal, but ... USDA estimates production costs for the 2014 growing season to be up $6.58 per acre from 2013 for soybeans, $5.38 for corn and $3.83 for wheat.his will pinch producer margins.. USDA estimates production costs for the 2014 growing season to be up $6.58 per acre from 2013 for soybeans, $5.38 for corn and $3.83 for wheat.