🥦 Vegetable Yield Calculator
Plan CSA shares, farmer’s market supply, or home pantry goals using anticipated yield per plant.
Adjust for culling, pests, or storage shrink.
How to Use This Calculator
Count planted crops
Record the number of plants per variety or bed.
Estimate yield per plant
Use farm records or extension tables for average production.
Include losses
Factor in pest damage, culls, and storage shrink for realistic planning.
Formula
Gross Yield = Plants × Yield per Plant
Net Yield = Gross Yield × (1 − Loss%)
Convert between lb and kg (1 kg = 2.20462 lb) if desired to match market requirements.
Full Description
Yield projections help growers schedule harvest labor, plan CSA shares, and estimate revenue. Adjust per-plant yields through thoughtful irrigation, fertility, and pruning practices.
Track actual yields against estimates to refine future planning and identify varieties with superior performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find yield per plant data?
Use past harvest records, extension publications, or seed catalog performance notes.
How do succession plantings affect yield?
Calculate each planting separately, then sum net yields for the season.
Can I include cull grade produce?
Set loss percentage lower if you plan to sell or process seconds.
What if plants produce multiple harvests?
Use average yield per plant per season, including successive pickings for indeterminate crops.