Purdue Extension-Spencer County

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 Spencer County Extension
spencerces@purdue.edu
1101 E County Road 800 N
Chrisney, IN 47611
(812) 362-8066


County offices

Spencer County Staff

 

2026 4-H Enrollment

Enrollment is now open for the 2025-2026 4-H year!

Enroll today!

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Youth learn about science and technology from a Purdue Extension educator, teaching them about drones.
UAV trainings take careers, learning to new heights

Extension educator Heidi Potter has learned that flying drones is easy when you have the right training. Potter is now one of many educators who lead UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) programs for farmers, youth and local companies interested in...

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