Iowa Soybeans: 1% Setting Pods as of June 28, 2026
1% of Iowa's soybean crop has reached the setting-pods stage for the week ending June 28, 2026
What changed
USDA's weekly crop progress survey now shows Iowa soybeans at 1% setting pods for the week ending June 28, 2026. This is the first time this season that pod-set has registered in the Iowa data, marking a new milestone in the 2026 growing season.
Why it matters
Pod set is a key reproductive stage for soybeans. Once plants begin setting pods, moisture and temperature conditions over the next several weeks play a big role in determining how many pods hold and fill. At 1%, Iowa's crop is just crossing into this phase, so the bulk of pod development still lies ahead. Conditions through July and into August could affect final pod counts and seed size.
What to watch next
- Weekly crop progress updates from USDA NASS will show how quickly pod-set percentages climb across Iowa through July.
- Weather patterns — rainfall and heat during the pod-fill window are worth watching closely.
- Condition ratings — keep an eye on the good-to-excellent percentage in upcoming reports for any shifts tied to stress during reproduction.
Source notes
- USDA NASS Quick Stats — Iowa soybeans, 1% setting pods, week ending June 28, 2026.
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