Who We Are
Our Mission
Purdue Extension enriches Indiana communities through comprehensive programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources, promoting sustainable practices; Health and Human Sciences, enhancing well-being; Community Development, fostering economic growth; and 4-H and Youth Development, empowering the next generation. We deliver practical, research-based information that enhances lives and livelihoods.
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Purdue Extension State Office
extension@purdue.edu
615 W. State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906
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Every dollar you donate supports our efforts to build vibrant communities, strong families, and profitable businesses on its Main Streets and on its farm gates - our specialists and educators annually reach more than 682,825 people. Our team - including campus specialists and Extension educators in all 92 counties - connects Indiana communities to world-class Purdue University research and a nationwide network of experts in agriculture, community, environment, family, food, and youth.
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Our Impact
The 2024 Impact Report shows how Extension delivers practical, research-based information and events for Indiana’s residents in agriculture and natural resources, health and human sciences, and community development, and trains...
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These impact stories demonstrate the measures taken to bring Purdue’s world-class innovation and expertise to the urban, suburban, and rural areas where they’re needed most.
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The Extension Annual Report dives deep into the impacts the Extension has made over the course of the past year. These reports are robust and encompass program engagement in the areas of community development, agriculture and natural resources, health and human sciences, and 4-H youth development.
Each year, we compile a large report about the impacts of Purdue fundamental and applied research and Extension accomplishments, outcomes, and activities which we submit to the USDA. These impact stories demonstrate the measures taken to bring Purdue’s world-class innovation and expertise to the urban, suburban, and rural areas where they’re needed most.
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From Main Street to the farm gate, Purdue Extension connects all 92 Indiana counties to world-renowned research from Purdue University.