What We Do

Agriculture and Natural Resource Extension (ANR) Educators serve as research based, unbiased information source for county and state constituents on a variety of topics including: crops, ag business, livestock, natural resource, horticulture, small farms, urban ag, pesticide use, and land conservation. In partnership with Purdue University subject matter experts, ANR Extension Educators can provide relevant and proven best management practices to address many client's situational needs.

Quick Links:

PARP Website
Michiana Master Gardeners Website
Michiana Master Gardeners Facebook

Having trouble with bugs, slugs, trees, gardens, or your lawn? Contact the Master Gardener Answer Line at 574-533-0554 or elkhart.mg@gmail.com . Our trained Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions April through September.

Contact Us

Mark Evans
ANR Extension Educator -
Plant & Soil Science
mevans@purdue.edu

Kathryn Jennings
ANR Extension Educator -
Animal Production
jennin30@purdue.edu

Purdue Extension Elkhart County
17746 County Road 34 Ste E
Goshen, IN 46528
574-533-0554

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Workshop

Join us to gain continuing education credits for multiple commercial pesticide applicator categories on January 29th at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen!
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Team Pages

Ag & Natural Resources Columns

Muddy, wet, and snowy crop field

Impact of Frozen Soil

Mud, slop and messy conditions have developed as the ground begins to thaw around Michiana. The US Drought Monitor shows much of Michiana in the...

White/gray horse eating hay

Transitioning From Pasture to Hay

With the freezing temperatures and the snow cover, many forages within pastures have slowed growth or have gone completely dormant. Overgrazing...

Woman talking on phone with electronic tablet standing in field looking at farm equipment

Year-End Income Tax Deduction Options

Tis the season for giving and thinking to finalize tax considerations when reflecting on the past calendar year. You may receive a return of a 50...

Up close picture of soybean plant

Look Beyond Soybean Moisture Content in Harvest Loss

Soybean harvest has wrapped up and now is a good time to learn postmortem reflecting on the season. Back in September, Purdue soybean specialist...