September 17, 2021 Volume 9 Edition 3
We are proud to honor our AFS truck drivers for this week and every week.

From full-time to seasonal drivers, they keep products moving to ensure you are ready to go when the conditions are right.
Crop Update as of September 12, 2021
Iowa
Topsoil moisture levels improved this week and were rated 9% very short, 26% short, 63% adequate, and 2% surplus. Subsoil moisture levels rated 14% very short, 37% short, 48% adequate, and 1% surplus.

Corn dented reached 87%, three days ahead of the 5-year average. Approximately 1/3 of the corn reached maturity. Even with all the adverse conditions this year, corn maturity is on track with the 5-year average. Iowa’s corn condition went down slightly, to 59% good to excellent.

Soybeans coloring or beyond reached 67%, three days ahead of the 5-year average. Soybeans dropping leaves reached 30%, also two days ahead of normal. Soybean condition was rated 62% good to excellent. 
Minnesota
Topsoil moisture supplies were rated 15% very short, 28% short, 55% adequate, and 2% surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies were rated 22% very short, 40% short, 37% adequate, and 1% surplus.

Corn dented reached 86%, six days behind last year but five days ahead of the 5-year average. Meanwhile, 34% of corn reached maturity this week. The first reports of corn harvest for grain were received and reached 3%. Corn condition rating improved slightly to 39% good to excellent.

Soybeans coloring reached 86%, two days ahead of last year and over a week ahead of the 5-year average. Soybeans dropping leaves reached 49% with 3% of the soybeans harvested. Soybean condition improved slightly to 37% good to excellent.
*Information and graphs obtained from September 7, 2021, USDA, NASS report
Sales Agronomist Positions in Okabena, MN
AFS has open positions for Sales Agronomists at the Okabena, MN location. Please send your cover letter and resume to Amy Asmus.

For more information about the positions please contact either Harlan or Amy Asmus at 641-566-3658.
Plant Nutrition Operations Position is open for the Rake Location
This person performs all aspects of the warehouse including shipping, receiving, and facility equipment maintenance and requirements. Will require more trucking and delivery time than warehouse time. Will work closely with the Plant Nutrition team to ensure a safe and successful season.
Asmus Farm Supply| www.afschem.com | Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm