Our Mission
Conservation With Convenience
As a farmer, protecting your land is a constant priority, but it’s not always convenient given the demands of the job. Iowa Cover Crop is here to make your conservation goals easier to achieve. From helping select a cover crop to applying it, we aim to take at least one thing off your already full plate.
Why Work With Us?
Start Your Sustainability Journey Today
Give us a call or shoot us a message if you are ready to make your sustainability goals reality.
Why COver Crops
Unlocking the Benefits for Soil, Yield, & Livestock
- Improve Soil Health
- Reduce Erosion
- Increase Earthworm Populations
- Improve Soil Microbiology
- Build Soil Organic Matter
- Provide Excellent Grazing Opportunities
- Reduce Compaction
- Improve Yield Potential Over Time
- Scavenge Nutrients For Next Crop Year
Our Story
Farmer-Founded, Family-Driven Expertise in Cover Crops
Before they were business partners, Bill Frederick and James Holz were 4-H buddies and classmates growing up in Greene County, Iowa, near Jefferson.
In 2014, they founded Iowa Cover Crop (ICC) as a way to help a few neighbors and diversify their family farm operations. ICC now has a growing dealer network and offers seed and application services throughout Iowa and the Midwest.
Combined, Bill and James have 20 years of experience growing cover crops. They have personally seeded rye grain, rye grass, oats, spring and winter wheat, peas, hairy vetch, common vetch, rapeseed, forage kale, crimson clover, radish, and turnips on their own family farms. Through this diverse first-hand experience, ICC provides personalized farmer to farmer advice to customers.
When they aren’t selling cover crops, Bill and James can be found raising row crops, cattle, small grains, and kids on their respective family farms in Greene County.
Our Team
Dedicated Experts Committed to Your Success
Our team is made up of experienced farmers and industry professionals passionate about helping you succeed with cover crops and land stewardship. With hands-on farming backgrounds and a deep understanding of soil health, we’re here to provide personalized support and advice every step of the way.
Bill Frederick
Founder
Bill Frederick is a seasoned farmer and co-founder of Iowa Cover Crop, with over 20 years of firsthand experience growing diverse cover crops on his family farm in Greene County, Iowa. He manages a cow-calf operation and grain farming, focusing on sustainable land practices, and brings practical, farmer-to-farmer insight to every project.
James Holz
Founder
James Holz is a dedicated farmer and ICC co-founder, with more than 20 years of experience cultivating cover crops and managing land in Greene County, Iowa. He specializes in growing forage crops and working closely with landowners and farmers to improve soil health and productivity through practical, cost-effective solutions.
Melissa Frederick
Accounting & Quality Control
Melissa Frederick is a dedicated mom of three young girls and a passionate farmer’s wife. With a background in biology, she initially worked in quality control before choosing to focus on raising her children and supporting the family farm in Greene County, Iowa. Melissa plays a vital role in Iowa Cover Crop, handling bookkeeping and quality control, drawing on her expertise to help ensure the business’s success.
Megan Holz
Accounting & Marketing
Megan Holz is a dedicated and versatile supporter behind the scenes at Iowa Cover Crop. Although not a founder, she has played an essential role in the business for over a decade, juggling accounting, marketing, and day-to-day operations. Megan’s attention to detail, strong work ethic, and ability to handle multiple tasks at once help keep ICC running smoothly, all while managing her busy family life as a mother of two.
Josh Lastname
Operations Manager
Josh is instrumental in organizing the day-to-day flow of our warehouse, strategically planning for the upcoming season, building strong relationships with dealers and customers, and so much more.
Careers
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faqs
Common Questions
There are many benefits: improving soil health, reducing erosion, increasing earthworm populations, enhancing soil microbiology, building soil organic matter, providing grazing opportunities, reducing compaction, improving yield potential over time, and nutrient scavenging for next-year crops.
We carry native mixes and custom application options for CRP and land-reclamation projects, including pollinator and pheasant-waterway blends. We also rent drills or handle the seeding for you.
Planting windows depend on crop, region and mix: for example, fall-seeding cereal rye is common in Iowa, often after corn or soybeans. Termination should align with your next cash crop (e.g., soybeans/corn) and local agronomic guidelines to avoid crop competition and maintain insurance eligibility.
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