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What do you need to keep an eye out for as planting season approaches?

February 27, 2025 11:40 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Planting season is right around the corner, and so are some important crop insurance deadlines.

The Iowa Soybean Association talked with one agent who describes what you need to watch out for this year.

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