Iowa Soybean Emergence: 0% as of April 26, 2026
USDA NASS reported 0% emerged for the week ending April 26, 2026
What changed
USDA NASS published its weekly Crop Progress report covering the week ending April 26, 2026. For Iowa soybeans, the agency reported 0% emerged. That's not unusual for late April — soybean emergence in Iowa typically picks up in May as soil temperatures warm and planting gets further along.
Why it matters
This 0% figure sets the official starting mark for the 2026 Iowa soybean emergence season. Tracking emergence week over week helps readers gauge how the crop is developing relative to the five-year average and last year's pace. Early-season emergence data can signal whether planting conditions — soil moisture, temperature, and fieldwork days — are lining up or falling behind. It's one piece of the broader crop progress picture that may matter as the season unfolds.
What to watch next
- Weekly NASS updates: The next Crop Progress report will show whether emergence has begun. Even small percentage moves in early May could indicate planting is on track.
- Soil temperatures: Warmer soils in the coming weeks could affect how quickly planted beans push through. Local weather patterns are worth watching.
- Planting pace: Emergence follows planting, so keep an eye on Iowa's soybean planting progress numbers alongside emergence in the weeks ahead.
Source notes
- USDA NASS Quick Stats — Iowa soybean emergence, week ending April 26, 2026. View on Quick Stats
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