As harvest season approaches for Wisconsin ginseng, we consider how producers have reached out to new customers over time and during this trade war. Our guest from the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin looks at what to expect from this season’s crop. Then, Wisconsin requires high schoolers to pass a civics test, but the state doesn’t require civics curricula. Our guest says a quality civics education is critical.
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How Wisconsin Ginseng Producers Are Cultivating New Consumers
As harvest season approaches for Wisconsin ginseng, we consider how producers have reached out to new customers over time and today amidst a trade war. Our guest from the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin also details what to expect from this season’s crop.
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The Importance Of Civics Education
Despite requiring high schoolers to pass a civics test, Wisconsin is one of the few states in the country that doesn’t require schools to offer a civics course. We talk about why that is and how that hurts Wisconsin. We also explore what a quality civics education looks like and how teachers can better implement it.
Episode Credits
- Carrie Kaufman Host
- Breann Schossow Producer
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Michael Dieringer Technical Director
- Bob Kaldunski Guest
- Diana Hess Guest
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