GLOBE GAZETTE STAFF

DES MOINES – With only spotty precipitation, Iowa farmers had 6.3 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Sunday, according to the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. Field activities included cutting and baling hay.

“Iowans enjoyed a gorgeous holiday weekend to wrap up August, with cool and mostly dry weather that was ideal for spending time outdoors,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “As we start September, many farmers will be busy chopping silage and baling hay, while others are beginning to gear up for harvest. Now is also a great time to plan for seeding cover crops and adding other conservation practices to fields after harvest.”

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