Crop Conditions Hold Strong as Moisture Levels Remain High

Northwest Iowa corn and soybeans lead state in development.
NW Iowa Crops Hold Steady After Derecho Winds and Soaking Rains

After a week of wild weather, including a powerful derecho that brought 99 mph wind gusts to Sioux Center, two spin-up tornadoes observed in Lyon County, and Canadian wildfire smoke […]
Regional Conditions and Development Trends Amid July Rainfall

The latest USDA Crop Progress Report shows that rainfall across the region limited producers to 3.9 days suitable for fieldwork. Wet conditions throughout the week complicated operations. Corn development continues […]
USDA’s Latest Crop Progress and Condition Report

Northwest Iowa crops are progressing steadily, with soybeans leading the charge and overall crop conditions remaining favorable, according to the USDA’s latest Crop Progress and Condition report released July 7. […]