A statistical report on peanut stocks and processing in the United States as of November 30, 2025, detailing storage levels, utilization, and types of peanuts.
Overview of Peanut Stocks and Processing
The report released by the USDA on December 29, 2025, highlights the current state of peanut stocks and processing in the United States, indicating a significant increase in commercial storage compared to the previous year. It also details the utilization of shelled edible grade peanuts, which has decreased by 5% from last year.
Current Peanut Stocks in Commercial Storage
- Total peanut stocks in commercial storage as of November 30, 2025, reached 4.90 billion pounds, up from 4.32 billion pounds a year ago.
- This total includes 4.07 billion pounds of actual farmer stock.
- Shelled peanuts on hand amounted to 791 million pounds of farmer stock equivalent.
- Roasting stock was reported at 37.8 million pounds.
- Shelled peanut stocks totaled 595 million pounds, with 565 million pounds classified as edible grades and 29.3 million pounds as oil stocks.
Breakdown of Peanut Stocks by Type
- Edible grade stocks by type included:
- 82.4 million pounds of Virginias and Valencias.
- 456 million pounds of Runners.
- 27.4 million pounds of Spanish peanuts.
- Millings in November totaled 430 million pounds, with:
- 71.6 million pounds of Virginias and Valencias.
- 347 million pounds of Runners.
- 10.8 million pounds of Spanish.
Utilization of Shelled Edible Grade Peanuts
- Commercial processors utilized 187 million pounds of shelled edible grade peanuts in November 2025.
- Utilization by product type included:
- 114 million pounds for peanut butter products.
- 31.6 million pounds for peanut candy.
- 34.6 million pounds for peanut snacks.
- Crushing for oil and cake and meal totaled 48.1 million pounds during the month.
Government Program Deliveries
- Deliveries under the Government Domestic Feeding and Child Nutrition Programs included:
- 2.35 million pounds of peanut butter.
- 25,920 pounds of roasted peanuts in November.
Treated Seed Stocks Overview
- Stocks of treated seed on hand as of November 30, 2025, totaled 249 thousand pounds, unchanged from October 31, 2025.
- The November total included 74.0 thousand pounds of Runners.
Monthly Peanut Stocks and Processing Data
- The report provides a detailed table of peanut stocks and processing data for August to November 2025, showing significant increases in farmer stock and shelled peanuts.
- For November 2025, farmer stock was 4,070,781 thousand pounds, with shelled peanuts at 594,629 thousand pounds.
Farmer Stock Peanuts by Type
- The breakdown of farmer stock peanuts by type for November 2025 included:
- 586,948 thousand pounds of Virginias and Valencias.
- 3,385,267 thousand pounds of Runners.
- 98,566 thousand pounds of Spanish peanuts.
Shelled Peanuts and Roasting Stock Data
- Shelled peanuts for November 2025 included:
- 82,396 thousand pounds of shelled edibles.
- 27,369 thousand pounds of total shelled peanuts.
- Roasting stock was reported at 29,274 thousand pounds.
Peanut Oil and Cake Production
- The report details the production of shelled peanuts crushed for oil and cake, with November 2025 showing:
- 48,099 thousand pounds of shelled peanuts crushed.
- Production of 22,879 thousand pounds of peanut oil.
Apparent Disappearance of Milled Peanut Products
- The apparent disappearance of milled peanut products for November 2025 included:
- 257,118 thousand pounds of shelled peanuts.
- 30,893 thousand pounds of roasting stock.
- 288,011 thousand pounds of crude peanut oil.
Summary of Statistical Methodology
- The peanut stocks and processing estimates are based on a survey conducted by the USDA, which includes data from various facilities handling over 30,000 pounds annually.
- The methodology ensures comprehensive coverage and accuracy through rigorous quality controls and revisions as necessary.
USDA Contact Information
- For further inquiries, the report provides contact details for various commodity statisticians within the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, including phone numbers and specific areas of expertise.
Accessing NASS Reports
- NASS reports are available electronically at no cost on the USDA website, with options for email subscriptions to receive specific reports.
- The report emphasizes the USDA’s commitment to civil rights and provides information on how to file complaints regarding discrimination.
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