This episode was recorded on 9/26, but is being published on 10/1 due to technical difficulties. The hosts are Dan Fillius (ISU extension field specialist), Dr. Justin Glisan (state climatologist), and Madelynn Wuestenberg (ISU extension agricultural climatology specialist). They discuss moving to a monthly schedule for winter, with the last weekly episode on October 16th. Historical weather events are mentioned, including a 1959 windstorm and an early snowstorm in 1942. The current weather forecast indicates sunny and warm conditions, with a stagnant weather pattern due to Hurricane Helen. Climate predictions show above-average temperatures and below-average precipitation for the next few weeks. La Niña is expected to develop by the end of the year and continue into spring. They discuss the potential for a later-than-average first frost date this year. Aster yellows was confirmed in garlic samples from Winneshiek County, and precautions for planting infected garlic are discussed. Information on overwintering flowers and their benefits is shared. Cover crop germination has been challenging due to dry conditions in some areas. Updates on lacinato kale varieties and flea beetle pressure are provided. Sweet potato harvesting, storage, and slip production techniques are discussed, including methods for an African variety grown for its vines. The importance of soil sampling in fall is emphasized. Updates on urban agriculture zoning in Des Moines are shared, potentially allowing high tunnels up to 12 feet tall in yards. The podcast concludes with a brief discussion on soil temperature tools for crop planning.

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