Jefferson 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 Jefferson County Extension
kbachman@purdue.edu
3767 W SR 256
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 265-8919

Jefferson County Staff

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Purdue Extension conference to feature speakers, trade show tailored to small farmers, horticulture producers

The 2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference will take place at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on March 3-5. This year’s merged conference, hosted by Purdue Extension and the Purdue Department of Horticulture and Landscape...

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Upcoming Jefferson County and State Extension Events

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Jefferson County 4-H

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Beyond Ready to Show Livestock

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2026 Indiana 4-H Dog Volunteers Workshop

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