United States Maize Market Analysis
The United States Maize Market size is estimated at USD 151.16 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 170.19 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
Corn is grown in most U.S. States, but production is concentrated in the Heartland region (from the Great Plains through Ohio). Iowa and Illinois, the top corn-producing States, typically account for about one-third of the U.S. crop. Corn production has increased due to expanded area and higher yields. Advancements in technology (seed varieties, fertilizers, pesticides, and machinery) and production practices (reduced tillage, irrigation, crop rotations, and pest management systems) have increased harvest volumes over the past two decades. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), production reached 418.0 million metric tons in 2023, from 371.9 million metric tons in 2022.
Corn is the primary U.S. feed grain, representing a substantial portion of total feed grain production and consumption. Strong domestic demand for livestock feed and fuel ethanol, combined with increasing exports, has driven prices higher, encouraging farmers to expand corn acreage. Farmers have often achieved this by reducing the cultivation of less profitable crops. Corn cultivation has expanded into nontraditional northern areas through the development of short-season hybrids. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the maize cultivation area covered 86,513 thousand acres in 2023. The maize market in the United States is anticipated to grow due to increasing demand from various end-use sectors, including food and beverages, animal fodder, and ethanol production. This sustained demand across multiple industries indicates continued market expansion in the coming years.
United States Maize Market Trends
Increase in Demand for Animal-based Protein Sources
Population growth, rising incomes, and urbanization have led to increased consumption of animal-based proteins. The consumption of milk, meat, and eggs directly correlates with income levels and population growth.
Poultry remains the dominant animal protein source in the United States. In 2023, broiler and turkey meat represented 46 percent of total red meat and poultry consumption by volume, generating cash receipts exceeding USD 50 billion. According to Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) data, the number of poultry animals slaughtered for meat in the country increased from 9.6 billion in 2021 to 9.7 billion in 2022. This growing meat consumption has intensified pressure on the meat industry to meet the demand for high-value animal protein, supporting market growth as maize provides essential protein content for poultry feed.
Corn is a major component in livestock feed and is a key ingredient in compound feed for ruminants, swine, and aquaculture. Maize usage has expanded to meet the growing demand for feed rations, leading to increased production in the country. The rising consumption of animal-based proteins has increased the demand for maize in animal feed production, which continues to drive market growth in the country.
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Rising Exports is Driving the Market
Grains, particularly maize, constitute a significant portion of global food demand, increasing consumption annually. The demand for maize has expanded across various countries, driven by growing health awareness and rising disposable incomes.
The United States, as the world's largest corn exporter, annually ships 10% to 20% of its total production volume internationally according to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) . The primary international markets for U.S. corn include Mexico, China, Japan, and Colombia. Mexico's imports of U.S. corn reached record levels due to severe drought affecting local production. The increased U.S. corn production has improved export prospects by making prices more competitive.
Nearly 60% of Mexico faces moderate to exceptional drought conditions. Mexican authorities have encouraged the cultivation of crops with lower water requirements, such as sorghum, due to reduced water availability in producing regions. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) , the corn planted area has decreased over the past decade, with crop losses accounting for approximately 8% of the total planted area in 2023. These factors contributed to an increase in maize exports to Mexico, reaching 18.7 million metric tons in 2023, a 20.8% increase from the previous year. The growth in maize exports to Mexico strengthens the overall United States Maize Market position. The country's maize exports are expected to increase further due to rising global demand.
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United States Maize Market News
- May 2023: Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company, the largest manufacturer of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings in the United States, will construct an USD 80 million manufacturing facility in Maize, Kansas. The construction is projected to be completed in early 2025.
- March 2023: Corteva Agriscience, a United States-based agriculture company, announced a new gene editing technology advancing through its R&D pipeline that enhances protection for elite corn hybrids. The technology combines multiple disease-resistant native traits into a single genetic location to address major United States corn diseases affecting farmers.
United States Maize Industry Segmentation
Maize also known as corn, is a cereal plant belonging to the grass family Poaceae. It is used as a staple food, animal feed, and industrial raw material. The market studied for this report consists of domestically and internationally traded maize. The United States Maize Market report includes Production Analysis (Volume), Consumption Analysis (Volume and Value), Import Analysis (Volume and Value), Export Analysis (Volume and Value), and Price Trend analysis for the abovementioned segments.The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Metric Tons) for the Above-Mentioned Segments.
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United States Maize Market Research FAQs
How big is the United States Maize Market?
The United States Maize Market size is expected to reach USD 151.16 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 2.40% to reach USD 170.19 billion by 2030.
What is the current United States Maize Market size?
In 2025, the United States Maize Market size is expected to reach USD 151.16 billion.
What years does this United States Maize Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the United States Maize Market size was estimated at USD 147.53 billion. The report covers the United States Maize Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the United States Maize Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
Page last updated on: February 26, 2025
United States Maize Industry Report
Statistics for the 2025 United States Maize market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligenceâ„¢ Industry Reports. United States Maize analysis includes a market forecast outlook for 2025 to 2030 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.
