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Talk of Iowa

Talk of Iowa

How heat effects your plants and pollinators

Talk of Iowa · Jul 18, 2026 · 48:05

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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, 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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