Iowa corn was 94% planted for the week ending May 24, 2026, according to USDA NASS.
94 PCT PLANTED
Source: USDA NASS Quick StatsData as of May 26, 2026
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Latest per deskforecast high of 88°F on Wednesday May 28
88°F
Source: U.S. National Weather Service APIData as of May 28, 2026
Iowa corn was 94% planted for the week ending May 24, 2026, according to USDA NASS. Planting across the state is nearly complete heading into the final days of May.
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