U.S. Canola Production

Planted acres of canola in the United States exceeded 2.9 million acres in 2026 and annual production has reached approximately 5 billion pounds. Canola is primarily grown in the Northern Plains, Pacific Northwest and Southern Great Plains.  North Dakota is the leading state for canola production, typically representing over 85% of acreage and production. Other states with significant canola production include Washington, Montana, Idaho and Minnesota.

U.S. Canola-Growing Regions by County

 

Spring and Winter Canola

There are two types of canola: spring and winter, named as such for when they are planted. Spring canola is planted in early spring (March) and harvested around September. This type accounts for the majority of U.S. canola production. Winter canola is planted in the fall (September), over winter, and is harvested in June. Typically, winter canola will yield 20 to 30% more than spring canola. It is grown in warmer areas, such as the Southern Great Plains. In the Pacific Northwest, both spring and winter types of canola are grown. In the Northern Plains, spring canola is typically grown, while in the Southern Plains, the winter type dominates.