Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | Week of April 7

Spring is testing patience—and timing could make all the difference.

In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, our IAS agronomy team shares what they’re seeing across the territory after widespread rainfall slows fieldwork. While conditions may have put a pause on progress, this is a critical window for planning, preparation, and making the right calls before wheels hit the field.

You’ll hear updates from across Iowa, including where fieldwork stands today, what to watch as soils begin to dry, and how to set yourself up for success when the next window opens.

This week’s highlights:
• Field conditions remain saturated with 2–4+ inches of recent rainfall across regions
• Ammonia and dry fertilizer applications nearing completion in some areas
• Importance of avoiding compaction and not rushing into wet fields
• Seed planning, inventory checks, and hybrid placement decisions
• Watching soil temperatures—targeting 50°F and rising before planting
• Understanding risks like sidewall compaction and uneven emergence
• Safety reminders when handling insecticides and smart boxes

As always, these are local, boots-on-the-ground insights to help you make confident decisions—because sometimes the best move right now…is patience.

Featured agronomists this week include: Nicholas Giessman (Host), Nick Thompson, Melissa Schumann and Owen Heetland

🎧 Listen now: https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast
💬 Have a question? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com

🎧 Listen now
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 – Field Scouting Update | Week of March 31

Spring is waking up—and the window to get ahead is opening fast.

In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, our IAS agronomy team shares real-time insights from across the territory as field activity ramps up. From anhydrous application and early planting progress to emerging weeds and burndown strategy, this episode is all about helping you stay one step ahead.

You’ll hear updates from our entire Iowa region—covering what’s happening right now and what to plan for next.

This week’s highlights:

• Anhydrous safety reminders for road transport and application
• Field activity picking up across regions (tillage, fertilizer, early planting)
• Soil conditions drying out and spring work accelerating
• Early weed emergence and burndown timing considerations
• Equipment readiness and input planning ahead of rain delays
• Best practices for effective burndown applications

As always, these are practical, local insights you can use right away—because the best decisions start in your fields.

Featured Agronomists this week include:
Nicholas Giessman (Host)
Nick Thompson (Host)
Owen Heetland
Erin Recker
Adrianna Herlache

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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.

The season is starting to shift—and so are the decisions that matter.

In this first episode of Crop Talk by IAS, our agronomy team shares real-time updates from across the region as fields begin to warm up and early spring activity gets underway. From anhydrous safety reminders to soil conditions, fertilizer timing, and early weed pressure, this episode is all about helping you start the season strong.

You’ll hear boots-on-the-ground insights from our agronomists across northwest, southwest, northeast, and eastern Iowa, including what they’re seeing in the field today—and what to watch in the days ahead.

This week’s highlights:

• Early-season field conditions and soil temperature trends
• Why patience matters when it comes to spring application timing
• Anhydrous safety reminders as application begins
• Early signs of weed germination and what to plan for now
• Alfalfa checks and spring readiness considerations

As always, these are practical, local insights you can use right away—because the best decisions start with what’s happening in your fields right now.

Listen Now: 👉 https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast

Hosted by IAS agronomists Nicholas Giesseman and Nick Thompson, with updates from Owen Heetland, Melissa Schumann, and agronomists across the IAS service area.

Do you have questions you would like to ask our hosts? Email them to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com, and our team might address them on an upcoming podcast.

To learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy.

🎧 Listen now
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.