Spring 2026 Statewide Virtual Master Gardener Basic Training
Thank you for your interest in the Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Statewide Basic Training. Our main objective is to train volunteers to assist Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in local communities. Purdue EMG’s receive training in horticulture to equip them to fulfill this educational role through volunteering in a variety of projects approved by their local EMG County Coordinator (Purdue Extension Educator).
The requirements for Purdue EMG certification include acceptance into the training through an application and screening process, payment of registration fee, completion of the EMG Basic Training which includes passing the open-book final exam with a score of 70% or higher and contributing at least 40 hours of volunteer service approved by the local EMG County Coordinator within two years. Purdue Extension Master Gardeners are also required to complete at least 12 volunteer and 6 continuing education hours every year to stay active.
Program Information-Spring 2026 Statewide Virtual Purdue EMG Basic Training from February 3 – May 5 (with completion of final exam after May 5). The statewide live webinars will be held on Tuesdays, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm (ET)/5:30 – 7:30 pm (CT).
In Daviess/Knox Counties, the local county connection hour will be virtual on Wednesdays, Feb 4-May 6. (except Feb. 25 which will be in-person). We will also have an in person graduation on May 13 at 6:00pm ET.
Purdue Extension Master Gardener
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If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact Sarah Brackney prior to the meeting at 812-254-8668 or sbrackne@purdue.edu by January 20, 2026.
If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact Sarah Brackney prior to the meeting at 812-254-8668 or sbrackne@purdue.edu by January 20, 2026.