Stalk borers were reported in a few fields. Second cut alfalfa harvest has begun in southern and central Iowa. Potato leafhoppers are not at economic levels at this time. Alfalfa regrowth is being slowed by adult alfalfa weevils in southwestern and west central areas. The oat crop ranges from being headed out to starting to ripen and turn color in southern Iowa.
Pastures are still short in the dryer areas of the state.
Musk thistle, Canada thistle, and multiflora rose are blooming. This information subject to a usage policy .