Corn Sweat: a Midwest phenomenon

Corn Sweat: a Midwest phenomenon

Author: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett July 6, 2023 Duration: 27:01

Corn sweat - an interesting Midwest phenomenon that happens during the summer months.  Find out what corn sweat really is and how it affects our weather, wildlife and other plants. Duane Friend, Illinois Master Naturalist Coordinator and Climate Specialist, joins us during this episode.  Hint: An acre of corn can “sweat” up to 4,000 gallons of water in a day!

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