Convert Cubic Yards to Bushels
Convert Cubic Yards (yd³) to Bushels (bu) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
bu = yd³ × 21.69622678
About Cubic Yards
A cubic yard (yd³) = 27 ft³ ≈ 764.6 L. Standard unit for bulk construction materials in the US: concrete pours, mulch, topsoil, gravel, and fill dirt are ordered and delivered by the yard. A standard concrete mixer truck carries 8-10 yd³. Earth-moving and landfill capacity are measured in millions of cubic yards. One yd³ of concrete ≈4,000 lb. 1 yd³ = 27 ft³ ≈ 764.6 L.
About Bushels
A US bushel (bu) is a dry volume unit equal to 4 pecks or 8 dry gallons - approximately 35.239 liters. It is the primary unit for measuring and trading dry agricultural commodities in the United States: wheat, corn, soybeans, oats, and barley are all priced and traded globally in bushels on commodity exchanges like the Chicago Board of Trade. An acre of wheat typically yields 40-60 bushels; a standard grain truck holds 800-1000 bushels. The US bushel (35.24 L) differs slightly from the UK bushel (36.37 L). Commodity market prices per bushel directly affect global food prices.
Quick Reference Table
| Cubic Yards (yd³) | Bushels (bu) |
|---|---|
| 1 yd³ | 21.6962 bu |
| 2 yd³ | 43.3925 bu |
| 5 yd³ | 108.481 bu |
| 10 yd³ | 216.962 bu |
| 25 yd³ | 542.406 bu |
| 50 yd³ | 1084.81 bu |
| 100 yd³ | 2169.62 bu |