Can you really grow two crops in one season?

October 30, 2025

Scott County farmer Mike Paustian says yes—and he has the results to prove it.

In this episode, learn how farmers are maximizing their acres by growing small grains and soybeans within the same season through relay intercropping. Paustian shares his experience and how it’s driving profitability on his farm. ISA Research Agronomist Lucas De Bruin addresses misconceptions about relay intercropping, explains the agronomics behind why intercropping soybeans works and highlights trial results from across Iowa.

Interested in trialing relay intercropping on your soybean acres? Contact Lucas De Bruin at ldebruin@iasoybeans.com or 641-295-2883.

The Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network presents Pods of Potential with host Mark Magnuson. Powered by the Iowa Soybean Association and the soybean checkoff, Pods of Potential delivers data-driven research and results to help Iowa's soybean farmers maximize productivity, profitability and sustainability.

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