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Iowans share their thoughts on climate-friendly agriculture practices

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River to River, hosted by Ben Kieffer

In a world of threats, climate change stands out as an especially strong concern.

On this episode of River to River, host Ben Kieffer hears several perspectives from Iowa's rural communities about our changing climate, its causes and what action should be taken.

Listeners also call in with their thoughts on incentivizing climate-smart agriculture.

Guests:

  • Irene DeMaris, executive director, Iowa Interfaith Power & Light
  • Seth Watkins, sustainable farmer near Clarinda
  • Johnathan Hladik, policy director, Center for Rural Affairs
  • Liz Garst, commercial farm manager
Ben Kieffer is the host of IPR's River to River
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.