Crop Talk by IAS – 06/17/26

Crop Talk by IAS – 06/17/26

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604023/fan_mail/new] Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | June 17 Post applications are moving quickly as weather windows open, but field conditions continue to vary across Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. What we’re seeing in the field right now is a mix of progress and pressure—recent storms, saturated soils, and rapid weed growth are all shaping how this season is unfolding. In this week’s Crop Talk, the agronomy team shares boots-on-the-ground insights on spray timing, weed control challenges, early crop stress, and what growers should be watching next. In this episode, the team discusses: * Post herbicide progress in corn and soybeans across regions * Wet conditions, storm damage, and crop recovery (leaning, yellowing, compaction) * Waterhemp and grass pressure increasing with delayed applications * Spray considerations including gallons per acre, adjuvants, and coverage * The “150 rule” and how heat + humidity impact herbicide performance * Adjusting tank mixes and AMS rates based on conditions * Early-season stress showing up from excess moisture and sidewall compaction * Alfalfa insects and disease, including aphids and leaf spot management * Early disease risk in corn following wind damage and leaf injury * Fungicide planning and why preventative timing matters * Planning ahead for resistance management and future herbicide programs Conditions still vary field-by-field. Staying timely, adjusting to weather, and continuing to scout will be critical as we move deeper into the growing season. Featured this week: Nick Thompson - Southwest Region Agronomist (Ellsworth)  Owen Heetland - Northwest Region Agronomist (Cleves)  Melissa Schumann - Northeast Region Agronomist  Nicholas Giesseman - Host and Eastern Region Agronomist  🎧 Listen now [https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast] Have a question for the team? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy. Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.

Crop Talk by IAS – 06/10/26

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604023/fan_mail/new] Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | June 10 Field activity is picking back up across Iowa and Southwest Wisconsin as weather windows open and crops move into more rapid growth stages. What we’re seeing in the field right now is a mix of opportunity and pressure—post applications are rolling, but moisture, heat, and timing are all influencing performance. In this episode, the team discusses: * Post herbicide progress in corn and timing considerations for soybeans * Field conditions and why checking wet spots still matters before spraying * Pre herbicide performance and where residuals are starting to wear off * Waterhemp pressure and the importance of controlling weeds early * The “150 rule” and how heat + humidity affects spray applications * Adjusting adjuvants and tank mixes to avoid crop injury in hot conditions * Early nutrient deficiencies as crops enter rapid uptake stages * Managing mid-season stress with fertility and micronutrient strategies * Early conversations around fungicide timing and disease prevention * Signs of heat and moisture stress, including leaf rolling and crop response Conditions still vary field-by-field. Staying timely with scouting, adjusting to weather conditions, and making informed application decisions will be key as we move deeper into the season. Featured this week: Nick Thompson – Host, Southwest Region Agronomist Erin Ricker – Eastern Region Agronomist Adrianna Herlache – Southeast Region Agronomist  🎧 Listen now [https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast] Have a question for the team? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy. Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.

Crop Talk by IAS – 06/03/26

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604023/fan_mail/new] Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | June 6  As post-emerge season gets underway across Iowa and southwest Wisconsin, the focus is shifting from what was applied earlier to what’s coming next. With warm, dry conditions and scattered rain chances, weed pressure is starting to creep in and timely applications are becoming critical. At the same time, agronomists are keeping a close eye on alfalfa pests, crop recovery, and overall field progress.  In this episode, the team discusses:  * Post herbicide timing and why earlier is often better for weed control  * Pre-emerge products starting to wear off and what that means for scouting  * Environmental conditions to watch before making spray decisions  * Weed size considerations and avoiding late control challenges  * Insect pressure building in alfalfa, including grasshoppers and armyworms  * How dry conditions are influencing pest activity  * Wheat fungicide applications and seasonal timing  * Early-season crop variability and how stands are evening out  * Using foliar nutrition to help support crop recovery and growth  * Reflecting on early-season challenges and what’s improved over the last few weeks  As always, these are real-time, boots-on-the-ground insights from IAS agronomists working directly in the field.  Featured this week:  Nicholas Giesseman, Host and Eastern Region Agronomist  Nick Thompson, Southwest Region Agronomist (Ellsworth)  Melissa Schuman, Northeast Region Agronomist  🎧 Listen now [https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast] Have a question for the team? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy. Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.

Crop Talk by IAS – 05/27/2026

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604023/fan_mail/new] Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | May 26  Crops are starting to respond as warmer temperatures return, and field activity is shifting quickly across Iowa. What we’re seeing in the field right now is a transition window—early growth is picking up, but weed pressure, uneven emergence, and timing decisions are becoming more important by the day.  In this week’s episode, the team shares boots-on-the-ground insights on what growers should watch as post herbicide and sidedress season begins.  In this episode, the team discusses:  * Warm-up trends and how crops are responding after recent cool conditions  * Increasing weed pressure and why timing matters for post applications  * Targeting weeds before they exceed 3 inches for best control  * Stand counts, emergence variability, and lingering crusting effects  * Pre herbicide breakdown and what that means for current weed flushes  * Scouting strategies—checking multiple areas across every field  * Post application timing, tank mixes, and adjuvant considerations  * Why mixing fertilizer with post herbicides can reduce effectiveness  * Best conditions for Liberty applications and why “banker’s hours” matter  * Crop response considerations with dicamba products in warmer weather  The Crop Talk team emphasizes that conditions still matter field-by-field. As crops start to grow and weeds accelerate, timely scouting and properly timed applications will make the biggest difference heading into June.  Featured this week:  Nick Thompson, Host and Southwest Region Agronomist (Ellsworth)  Owen Heetland, Northwest Region Agronomist (Cleves)  Erin Ricker, Eastern Region Agronomist (Masonville)  Adrianna Herlache — Southeast Region Agronomist (Monticello)  🎧 Listen now [https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast] Have a question for the team? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy. Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.

Crop Talk by IAS – 05/20/2026

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604023/fan_mail/new] Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | May 20 This week on Crop Talk by IAS, the agronomy team shares updates from across Iowa as recent rains begin changing field conditions fast. In this episode, the team discusses:  • Emergence concerns following heavy rainfall and crusting conditions  • Hail and wind impacts in parts of Iowa  • Stand counts and early replant evaluations  • Weed flushes and delayed herbicide activation  • Transitioning into post herbicide and sidedress season  • Why low spots, ponding, and uneven emergence need close attention right now Special guest Zach Fagan, IAS Seed Specialist, also joins the conversation to break down current replant discussions across eastern Iowa. He shares what planting windows are showing the most concern, realistic yield expectations for thinner stands, and why weed control may be the bigger issue in many replanted fields. The Crop Talk team emphasizes the importance of timely scouting and making practical, informed decisions as crops continue to emerge and conditions shift quickly across the region. Featured this week: Nicholas Giesseman, Host and Eastern Region Agronomist  Nick Thompson, Southwest Region Agronomist (Ellsworth)  Owen Heetland, Northwest Region Agronomist (Cleves)  Melissa Schumann, Northeast Region Agronomist  Special Guest: Zach Fagan, IAS Seed Specialist  🎧 Listen now [https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast] Have a question for the team? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy. Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.