Crop Talk by IAS – 06/17/26

Send us Fan MailCrop Talk by IAS – Field Scouting Update | June 17Post 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 regionsWet conditions, storm damage, and crop recovery (leaning, yellowing, compaction)Waterhemp and grass pressure increasing with delayed applicationsSpray considerations including gallons per acre, adjuvants, and coverageThe “150 rule” and how heat + humidity impact herbicide performanceAdjusting tank mixes and AMS rates based on conditionsEarly-season stress showing up from excess moisture and sidewall compactionAlfalfa insects and disease, including aphids and leaf spot managementEarly disease risk in corn following wind damage and leaf injuryFungicide planning and why preventative timing mattersPlanning ahead for resistance management and future herbicide programsConditions 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 nowHave a question for the team? Send it to [email protected] learn more about Innovative Ag Services and our agronomy services, visit InnovativeAg.com/Agronomy.Produced by IAS Communications in partnership with My Four Creative.