Harvest 2026 Update From the Cab : North Central Iowa

From the combine in Wright County, Iowa, Cornelius Seed DSM and farmer Brad shares a harvest update shaped by a very wet September that delayed soybeans and raised crop quality concerns. He reports soybean yields staying within about three bushels across a wide maturity range, with many loads running wetter than recent years (often 11–13% moisture) and tougher stems slowing combining, plus some localized lodging. Brad notes a strong grain fill and timely rains, but says several nights that didn’t drop below 70°F may have reduced top-end yield. He’s increasingly worried about corn stalk strength after recent winds caused top loss and visible stalk issues, urging growers to harvest when possible. He encourages taking detailed notes on low-yield spots, lodged stalks, root issues like tomahawk roots from early planting, and rut/compaction areas for winter planning. 00:20 Season Setup 01:08 Harvest Progress 01:41 Bean Moisture Talk 02:53 Weather Impact 04:05 Yield Consistency 05:01 Quality Concerns 06:19 Field Notes Tips 07:42 Compaction And Ruts 08:34 Wrap Up