Starke County Resources

What We Do

We improve lives and livelihoods by delivering tested and trusted educational resources. The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth.

Contact Us

Purdue Starke County Extension
starkeces@purdue.edu
108 North Pearl Street
Knox, IN 46534
(574) 772-9141


County offices

Starke County Staff

4-H Information

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High school students explore food science during 4-H Academy on Purdue University’s campus through hands-on activities led by faculty members and researchers.
Indiana 4-H participates in regional study focused on developing a 21st-century agriculture workforce

Indiana 4-H is seeking input from food, agriculture, forestry and related employers about current workforce needs including job recruitment practices, retention and training needs.

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Upcoming Starke County and State Extension Events

Featured Stories

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Purdue to Host Forest Management Class

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Keeping the Business in the Family: A Roadmap to Successful Succession

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Upcoming Pond Clinic in Starke County

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First Responder Training- Anhydrous Ammonia

First Responder Training- Anhydrous Ammonia

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NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available

NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available

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August - September 2021 Homemakers Newsletter

August - September 2021 Homemakers Newsletter

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