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The ‘Big Beautiful Crop’ 2025

The 2025 growing season is off to a great start, but favorable weather is leading to lower crop prices and tighter margins. In this blog, we discuss how IAS is navigating the current environment&mdash...

Jul 31, 2025
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Navigating Tomorrow’s Workforce: Why Diversity is Key to Serving You Better

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations like ours are facing significant workforce challenges. From attracting top talent in a competitive market to adapting to new tech...

Jul 29, 2025
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From the Driver’s Seat: Energy Updates & What’s Ahead

From the Driver’s Seat: Energy Updates & What’s Ahead

Energy markets remain volatile, but IAS is finding strategic windows to help members secure fall and winter fuel needs. Propane contracts are out—be sure to return yours by August 31! Plus, IAS ...

Jul 28, 2025
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Agronomy Progress & Planning Ahead

Agronomy Progress & Planning Ahead

Crops are off to a strong start this summer with timely rains and early-season progress. As IAS wraps up the 2025 crop season, our agronomy team is already planning for 2026—evaluating performan...

Jul 28, 2025
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Grain Division: Positioning for Opportunity Amid Market Shifts

Good news is following the bad in the ag economy. While tight margins remain a challenge, strong crop conditions and rising demand—both domestic and abroad—are creating new opportunities. ...

Jul 28, 2025
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Operations: Wrapping Up Applications, Shifting Focus to Equipment Readiness

Operations: Wrapping Up Applications, Shifting Focus to Equipment Readiness

As we move further into summer, we’re pleased to provide you with an update on our operational progress. Thanks to favorable weather conditions and the hard work of our dedicated team, we&rsq...

Jul 28, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

We see the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI)  making inroads in the way farmers cultivate and manage their crops. As global food demand rises, AI has become a vital tool in optimizin...

Jul 27, 2025
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Summer Safety Reminder for IAS Members

Summer Safety Reminder for IAS Members

As summer activities ramp up—both on and off the farm—it’s important to stay mindful of safety. Taking a few simple precautions can help prevent injuries and health issues during the...

Jul 24, 2025
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FAS: A Simpler Way to Manage Feed and Livestock Data

Innovative Ag Services is introducing a new tool to help simplify day-to-day livestock management: the Feed Allocation System (FAS) from Prairie Systems.

Jul 21, 2025
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Tissue Sampling & Micronutrient Management Data-Driven Agronomy

This article was written by IAS Agronomy Intern Mindy Keehner, who shares how tissue sampling can help growers better understand and respond to their crops’ nutrient needs throughout the growing...

Jul 01, 2025