First, we look down at the dirt to see how bad weather has affected kidney bean growth this year. Then, we look up into space to catch a few shooting stars and meteor showers.
Featured in this Show
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Kidney bean growers face production decline and pandemic challenges
Due to inconsistent rain this year, kidney bean growers are seeing a significant decline in crop production. We talk with a vice president from a Menomonie-based kidney bean processor about this year’s harvest and how the pandemic is affecting exports.
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A show among the stars: The fall meteor shower season begins this weekend
This weekend marks the start of the fall meteor shower season in Wisconsin. We discuss the Draconid and Orionid showers and others, as well as other things to look for while you’re looking up.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Steven Potter Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Charles Wachsmuth Guest
- Jean Creighton Guest
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