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Iowan helps Ukrainian farmers adapt to new practices amid war

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River to River, hosted by Ben Kieffer

Wartime has complicated the work of farmers in Ukraine, but they still see agriculture as key to winning the war.

On this episode of River to River, host Ben Kieffer speaks with Michael McNeill, an Iowa farmer who has consulted farmers around the world, including Ukraine since the invasion of Russia.

Later in the hour, Kaleb Wyse is an Iowa native who turned his love of life on a farm into a full-time job as a content creator. On his blog and social media, Wyse shares tips on gardening and cooking and a glimpse into his rural lifestyle.

Guests:

  • Michael McNeill, PhD agronomist and ag consultant
  • Kaleb Wyse, content creator, founder of Wyse Guide
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.
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.