Episode Synopsis "What do growers think about mesotunnels?"

In the fall of 2021, nine growers from IA, KY, and NY were interviewed to collect their thoughts regarding the use of mesotunnels as an IPM tool for cucurbit crops. Dr. Heather Dantkzer and Kaitlin Diggins wrap up the most interesting findings of these interviews.

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