What is a bushel?

A bushel is a measure of volume used in agriculture and commerce to quantify dry goods such as grains, fruits, and vegetables. It is equal to 4 pecks or 32 quarts or approximately 35.2 liters in volume. The exact weight of a bushel varies depending on the type of product being measured. For example, a bushel of wheat weighs approximately 60 pounds, while a bushel of corn weighs around 56 pounds. The use of bushels as a unit of measurement dates back to medieval times and is still commonly used today, particularly in the United States.