Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this time.
“Thunderstorms over the weekend brought isolated reports of hail and straight-line winds, but also much-needed rainfall across northern Iowa. This week, a heat dome will push temperatures into the 90s. Daytime highs and overnight lows could run more than 10 degrees above average for late June and early July. The warm summer weather will give the crops a boost,” said Secretary Naig. “As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday with community events, backyard barbecues and fireworks, we’re reminded that agriculture has always been central to our nation’s story. Our farmers have helped feed, fuel and sustain America since its founding, and they will continue to play a vital role in our nation’s strength, security and prosperity for the next 250 years.”
Crop Report
Farmers had 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 28, 2026. This is 2.7 days more than last year, when there were 2.7 days suitable for fieldwork. Topsoil moisture condition rated 2 percent very short, 19 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 10 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 3 percent very short, 21 percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 9 percent surplus.
Source : iowaagriculture.gov