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Glisan updates farmers on spring planting conditions

by | Apr 14, 2022 | 5 Ag Stories, News

Planters will be rolling this month and farmers continue to monitor weather forecasts as they make decisions on when to hit the fields. Iowa State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan tells the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network that the latest U.S. Drought Monitor on Thursday shows several areas of the state still experiencing pockets of drought.

Glisan talks about what the current models are showing for next week?s weather conditions, which will have an impact on planting decisions.

To stay up to date on the latest weather information including soil temperatures, visit the Iowa Climatology Bureau?s website or call Glisan?s office at 515-281-8981.