Crop Talk by IAS – 07/28/26

Send us Fan MailAs growers begin looking ahead to post-harvest planning and conservation decisions, there are several opportunities available to support cover crops, water quality practices, and carbon market participation. In this week's episode of Crop Talk, Sustainability Lead Kayla shares an overview of current programs, funding opportunities, and resources available to help growers understand what's available and where to start.Whether you're considering cover crops for the first time or looking to better understand carbon intensity scoring and emerging market opportunities, this episode provides timely information and practical next steps.In this episode, the team discusses:Conservation That Pays event coming up July 29 in Epworth, IowaConservation economics and available funding opportunitiesFarmers for Soil Health cover crop cost-share programIowa Department of Agriculture cover crop cost-share opportunitiesPrograms available for first-time and long-term cover crop usersWater quality conservation practices, including bioreactors and saturated buffersWatershed-based conservation programs across the regionCarbon market opportunities and the IAS Elevate programUnderstanding carbon intensity (CI) scoresInformation growers may need to participate in sustainability programsHow local agronomists can help growers evaluate conservation opportunitiesAs always, the best approach is to start the conversation early. Whether you're exploring cover crops, conservation funding, or carbon market opportunities, your local IAS team can help identify programs that fit your operation and goals.Featured this week:Nicholas Thompson - Host and Eastern Region AgronomistOwen Heetland - Northwest Region Agronomist (Cleves)Kayla Bergman - Sustainability Lead 🎧 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.