Warm season crops like tomatoes and green beans need consistent warmth to thrive, and it may seem like they love the heat, but when it gets too hot some of our favorite vegetables go on strike.
On this Horticulture Day episode of Talk of Iowa, we talk with entomologist Laura Iles about how heat affects pollination and pollinators. Then, Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Specialist Aaron Steil joins the conversation to answer listener questions.
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Guests:
- Laura Iles, director, North Central Integrated Pest Management Center.
- Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist, Iowa State University
