Publications
Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlook – Great Lakes Region, June 2026
The Great Lakes region saw record snowfall, severe flooding, rising lake levels, and significant agricultural losses during spring 2026.
Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlook – Midwest Region, June 2026
The Midwest experienced record warmth, historic tornado activity, severe flooding, and significant agricultural losses during spring 2026, with drier conditions forecast ahead.
Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlook – Missouri River Basin, June 2026
The Missouri River Basin experienced record warmth, severe drought, devastating wildfires, and significant agricultural losses during spring 2026, with worsening conditions forecast through summer.
Scouting Multitasking – June 25, 2026
Once planting and post-planting sprays wrap up, crop scouting should include watching for nutrient deficiencies alongside insects and disease - especially after scaling back spring applications.
Why Starter? – May 13, 2026
Indiana leads the nation in conservation practices, yet cover crop adoption remains around 10% of planted acres.
A Leader in Cover Crops with Room to Grow – April 29, 2026
Indiana leads the nation in conservation practices, yet cover crop adoption remains around 10% of planted acres.
Field Work Season Outlook – April 1, 2026
Warmer temps and uncertain precipitation define Indiana's spring outlook. Drought persists in the north as planting season begins.
Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlook – Midwest Region, March 2026
Record warmth, severe drought, and devastating wildfires defined a historic Missouri River Basin winter. Here's the seasonal recap.
Podcasts
Indiana Farm Bureau — The Breakdown, Episode 36
Ben and Hans discuss nutrient management and cover crops.
Midwest Cover Crops: From Slugs to Nutrient Management
A conversation on cover crop challenges and nutrient management in the Midwest.
Media Stories
IANA updates website to better serve farmers regarding nutrients
IANA's updated website gives Indiana farmers a trusted, easy-to-use resource for nutrient management, soil health, and water strategies.
Proper 4R nutrient management can help control costs with tight margins
Tight margins make proper nutrient management critical. Learn how soil testing, timing, and scouting protect your fertilizer investment.
AgPlus Completes 4R Certification at Six Indiana Locations
Ag Plus earns 4R Nutrient Stewardship Certification across six Indiana locations, demonstrating commitment to science-based nutrient management.
Articles of Interest
Farmers should weigh benefits of cover crops with cost, yield
Cover crops offer Indiana farmers soil health and erosion benefits, but profitability depends on managing yield trade-offs, upfront costs, and long-term system adjustments.
Restoring Roots to Save the Salamanders
The Farmers Helping Hellbenders RCPP helps farmers improve of aquatic resources in the Blue River watershed by increasing enrollment in agricultural conservation practices.
Nutrient Management Strategies May Help Pinch Fertilizer Pennies
Soil testing, cover crops, manure, and smarter nitrogen management can help Indiana farmers stretch fertilizer budgets further.
Indiana releases update to the State Nutrient Reduction Strategy
Indiana's updated State Nutrient Reduction Strategy maps progress and renews commitment to cleaner water across the state's watersheds.