Agriculture and Natural Resources

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.

Welcome to the Purdue Extension-Montgomery County Agriculture & Natural Resources program (ANR). We provide research-based agricultural education and resources to Montgomery County's citizens, producers, and farmers (large or small). If you have questions about livestock, forages, crops, horticulture, natural resources, land use, or any of the other facets connected to agriculture, the ANR program is here to assist you. Reach out to learn more about what our office and the ANR Educator can do to help you!

Contact Us

Purdue Extension - Montgomery County
400 Parke Ave
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
(765) 364-6363

Tricia Herr
Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator
triciaherr@purdue.edu

Tricia studied Agronomy and Farm Management at Purdue (BS Agronomy 2019). Tricia grew up on a farm in Northeast Indiana, raising her 4-H animals, working and milking cows at her uncles’ dairy farm, and gardening with her mom.

Our ANR Educator, Tricia Herr, offers many services, programs, and educational opportunities, as well as partnerships with community organizations.

Educational Opportunities Include:

Extension Master Gardener Program
Soil Testing and Sample Analysis – Montgomery County
Hay Testing – Probe to borrow in Extension Office
Indiana Farm Record Book - $25 available for pick-up in the Montgomery County Extension Office
Plant and Insect ID
Plant Pest and Disease Diagnostic
Purdue on the Farm
Invasive Species Education
Pesticide Applicator Education – Private Applicator Recertification Programs (PARPs)
Purdue Women in Ag Team
Succession Planning
Guest Speaking and Lunch and Learns for local businesses and non-profits
UAV and Drone Technology
Fruit Pruning Workshop
Annie’s Project
Bi-State Educational Conferences at the Beef House in Covington, IN
Soil and Water Conservation District Conservation Days at Cain Homelike Farms
4^th Grade Ag Days
Montgomery County Soil and Water Conservation District
Community Growers of Montgomery County
Montgomery County CISMA (Cooperative Invasive Species Management Association)
More Agriculture and Natural Resources Programs – see a program you are interested in? Contact Tricia Herr about getting the program hosted locally!

Woodland Owner Conference

Indiana Woodland Owners to Meet at Turkey Run State Park

The annual Indiana woodland owner conference will be held at Turkey Run State Park October 31 and November 1.

Hosted by the Indiana Forestry & Woodland Owners Association, the event is expected draw 150 landowners from across the state who come to improve their knowledge of forest management and network with other woodland owners.

The Charles Deam Forestry Stewardship Award will be presented to honor exemplary forest stewardship. Additionally, the John F. Datena Distinguished Forester Service Award will be awarded to foresters for their service to Indiana forestry throughout their careers.

Conference Highlights

These sessions aim to support landowners in managing and appreciating their woodlands.

Friday, October 31^st includes optional morning and afternoon field tours of woodlands in Putnam County to learn about forest and wildlife management.

Saturday, November 1^st includes educational sessions at Turkey Run Inn on topics of interest to woodland owners, including American chestnut restoration, new prescribed fire legislation, and using phone apps in nature.

About Indiana forestry & woodland owners association

Indiana Forestry & Woodland Owners Association (IFWOA) promotes responsible stewardship of Indiana’s woodlands. With over 500 members statewide, IFWOA supports landowners who value conservation and sustainable forest management.

“If you have an interest in forestry – or just love the woods – you should attend,” said Lee Huss, IFWOA President. “We’re offering a program that’s relevant, informative, and fun.”

All are welcome to attend. For more information, visit www.ifwoa.org or call (765) 496-5013.

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