Profitability Analysis Calculator

We encourage you to contact your local design professional or contractor for more specific design guidance and criteria.

? = Definition

Enter the Projected Job Cost ($) ?
Enter the Acres to be drained
Enter Projected Corn Yield Improvements (bu/acre) ?
Enter Projected Soybean Yield Improvements (bu/acre) ?
Enter Current Corn Price ($/bu.) ?
Enter Current Soybean Price ($/bu.) ?
Enter Interest Rate ?
Before Tax Rate of Return (%) ?
Payback Period (years) ?
Breakeven Yield Improvement, Corn (bu./acre) ?
Breakeven Yield Improvement, Soybeans (bu./acre) ?

Calculator Purpose

The Prinsco Profitability Analysis tool was developed with the University of Minnesota Extension to assist you in determining estimated financial benefits resulting from proper drainage.