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We at the Fayette County Purdue Extension are here bringing you scientifically based research, local programming and educational resources. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth Development. Check back for more information about county programming as we work to update our new website!

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Purdue Fayette County Extension
smmccurd@purdue.edu
401 N Central Ave
Connersville, IN 47331
(765) 825-8502

County offices

Fayette County Staff

Fayette County Department Links

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Upcoming Fayette County Extension Events

Extension Happenings

Extension Happenings

Park Plans
J. Long 2nd Street Memorial Park

The J. Long 2nd Street Memorial Park is a collaboration with Purdue University, Fayette County Purdue Extension, Discover Connersville, Fayette County Community Voices and Connersville Parks & Recreation has been in the works since 2017.

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Featured Story

Featured Story

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When digital education starts with connection

Tom Clements walked into Porter County Aging and Community Services looking for a tutor to help him with his phone and computer. The 81-year-old walked out with information about an upcoming Purdue Extension Digital Skills Lessons class only three...

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The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has put out a message for those who hunt!
"Hunters –
Help feed the hungry by donating harvested deer this season. After harvesting a deer, drop off your field dressed deer to a participating processor, who will distribute venison burger to Indiana food banks. The processing fees are funded through the Sportsmen’s Benevolence Fund. In 2020, more than 20,000 pounds of venison were donated.
Find a participating processor near you at sbf.IN.gov. "

Featured Stories

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Getting Started with Tree Identification      

Identifying trees is a worthwhile goal for anyone. Beyond the satisfaction of simply knowing what...

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Popular Landscape Shrub is Invasive

Beauty is not necessarily an overriding virtue for the winged burning bush (Euonymus alatus).

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October-November 2026 Newsletter

October-November 2026 edition of the Purdue-Extension Washington County Newsletter

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Distinguishing Dogwoods

Did you know that we have nine native dogwood species in the Midwest?

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Big Changes for 2027 Fair!

The Elkhart County 4-H Fair Board has announced that it will be starting a big expansion project...

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Disease May Cause Wilting and Eventual Death of Certain Trees and Shrubs

This disease has been around for a long time. According to Purdue experts, it is one of the most...

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