Crop Talk by IAS: Add This to Your Planting Playlist

Apr 20, 2026


Written by: Shelby Wartick, Communications Director

As the growing season gets underway, timing matters—and so does having the right information when you need it.

That’s where Crop Talk by IAS comes in. This weekly agronomy podcast is built for the season you’re in right now, delivering real-time, boots-on-the-ground insights from IAS agronomists working in the same conditions you are.

Follow the Season as It Happens
From March through October, Crop Talk follows the growing season as it unfolds. Each episode brings updates from across our territory, covering what’s happening in the field today, what to watch next, and how to think through key decisions—from burndown and planting timing to weed control, fertility, and in-season crop management.

It’s practical. It’s local. And it’s designed to fit right into your routine—whether you’re in the cab, in the shop, or planning your next move.

What You’ll Get Each Week
Listeners can expect:

  • Regional field updates from across Iowa and surrounding areas
  • Straightforward agronomy recommendations based on current conditions
  • Timely reminders to help avoid costly mistakes
  • Insights that connect day-to-day decisions to season-long results

Built for Every Generation in Agriculture
Whether you’ve been farming for decades or are just getting started, Crop Talk is a useful tool to stay informed and ready as conditions change.

It’s also a valuable resource for younger farmers, employees, and anyone interested in agriculture—offering a week-by-week look at how decisions in the field evolve throughout the growing season.

Insights from Trusted Experts
Throughout the season, Crop Talk will feature guest insights aligned with key decision points—from soil sampling and seed selection in the spring to crop protection, fertility planning, and fall management strategies.
You’ll hear from IAS specialists and trusted industry partners, adding deeper perspective to the decisions you’re making in your fields.

Listen and Follow Along
Follow the Crop Talk series from planning to harvest:
https://www.innovativeag.com/agronomy#crop-talk-podcast

You can also subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Have a question for our agronomy team you’d like to hear on the podcast? Send it to CropTalk@InnovativeAg.com, and it may be featured in an upcoming episode.

 

 

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