First, we talk with author Priyanka Kumar about her latest book “The Light Between Apple Trees: Rediscovering the Wild Through a Beloved American Fruit.” Then, apple historian Dan Bussey is back to talk about growing apples in Wisconsin. Finally, we talk about whooping cranes and avian flu with Anne Lacy and Dr. Diana Boon of the International Crane Foundation.
Featured in this Episode
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“The Light Between Apple Trees”
Author Priyanka Kumar takes us on a journey through wild apple tree groves and heirloom orchards in her latest, “The Light Between Apple Trees: Rediscovering the Wild Through a Beloved American Fruit.” We talk with her about the rich history of the fruit, and hear her hopes for its wild future.
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How to grow and enjoy heirloom apples
Apple historian Dan Bussey is back to help you identify heirloom apples. He also talks about growing apple trees and making cider.
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International Crane Foundation reports on whooping cranes and highly pathogenic avian influenza
Late last month, a female whooping crane named Ducky died from highly pathogenic avian influenza. Her death was the first time a whooping crane has died in North America from this flu. Now, scientists at the International Crane Foundation are working to safeguard the remaining flock. We get an update from the organization.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Priyanka Kumar Guest
- Dan Bussey Guest
- Anne Lacy Guest
- Dr. Diana Boon Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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