Crop Talk by IAS
Crop Talk by IAS What You Need to Know from People You Know. Step into the field with the agronomists who are walking it every day. Hosted by Nicholas Giesseman and Nick Thompson, Crop Walk by Innovative Ag Services (IAS) delivers timely, boots-on-the-ground insights from across our four service regions. Each week, our agronomy team shares what they’re seeing, hearing, and recommending right now—from crop conditions and pest pressure to nutrient management and weather impacts. Featuring IAS agronomists from across our territory, this weekly update brings local perspective, real-world experience, and practical recommendations you can use immediately. Because when it comes to your operation, the best insights come from people who know your ground—and know you. Do you have questions you would like to ask our hosts? Email 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.
Episodes
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:
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 ...
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...
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
•...
Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | May 13
This week on Crop Talk, IAS agronomists across Iowa are shifting from planting progress to emergence checks, crusting concerns, and early replant conversations. While most growers are nearing the finish line on planting, changing soil conditions and uneven emergence are creating a new round of scouting priorities.
In this episode, the team discusses:
• C...
Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | Week of May 5
Planting progress picked up quickly this week across much of Iowa, but conditions are still varying from field to field. In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, the IAS agronomy team shares what they’re seeing as corn and soybean planters continue rolling, fertilizer applications move ahead, and weed pressure starts to ramp up ...
Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | Week of April 28
Wet conditions are slowing progress—and putting pressure on every decision.
In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, the IAS agronomy team shares what they’re seeing across the territory as planting pauses and fields continue to dry out. While some acres are in, many growers are waiting for the right conditions to avoid compacti...
Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | Week of April 21
The window is opening—and decisions made now will shape the entire season.
In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, our IAS agronomy team shares what they’re seeing as planters begin to roll and field conditions continue to shift across the region. From emerging weed pressure to soil moisture concerns, timing is everything right...
Crop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | Week of April 14
Spring is warming up—but timing and precision are everything.
In this week’s Crop Talk Field Scouting Update, our IAS agronomy team shares what they’re seeing across the territory as soil temperatures rise and field conditions remain wet. While planters may be waiting, this window is critical for dialing in burndown strategies, pre-eme...
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 ...
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 helpin...
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.
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