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Why Starter? – May 13, 2026

Indiana leads the nation in conservation practices, yet cover crop adoption remains around 10% of planted acres.

Indiana leads the nation in conservation practices, yet cover crop adoption remains around 10% of planted acres.

Warmer temps and uncertain precipitation define Indiana’s spring outlook. Drought persists in the north as planting season begins.

Record warmth, severe drought, and devastating wildfires defined a historic Missouri River Basin winter. Here’s the seasonal recap.

Heavy rains reveal compaction, nutrient loss, and erosion risks. Watch your fields closely and note spots needing future attention.

Record warmth, severe drought, and devastating wildfires defined a historic Missouri River Basin winter. Here’s the seasonal recap.

Extreme cold, record snowfall, and historic lake ice defined the Great Lakes winter of 2025-26. Here’s the regional recap.

Indiana soils are thawing — but drought, frost heaving, and field access challenges signal a complicated start to spring.

Snow delivers surprising nitrogen benefits to crops — but not enough to change your fertilizer plan. Here’s the science.