Field & Friends: Monthly Farmer Briefing Series
The Field & Friends: Farmer Briefing Series is a free monthly program designed for farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in agricultural innovation and hot topics. Programs focus on real-world experiences from producers and practical insights that can be applied across a range of farm operations.
All programs will be held at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office located on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (17746 County Road 34, Goshen, IN 46528) and virtually via Zoom.
UPCOMING DATES
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
10:30AM-12:00PM
Topics: Storm damaged trees, pruning yard trees, and using certified arborists with John Woodmansee, Whitley County ANR Educator
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
8:30AM-10:00AM
Topics: Animal damage management and hot topics with DNR conservation officers
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
TIME TO BE DETERMINED
Topic: Microbiology of soil health
To register, call 574-533-0554 or email bcavanagh@purdue.edu
Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.
If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact Mark Evans prior to the meeting at 574-533-0554 or mevans@purdue.edu by April 14, 2026.
For special dietary needs contact Mark Evans at 574-533-0554 or mevans@purdue.edu by April 14, 2026.
If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact Mark Evans prior to the meeting at 574-533-0554 or mevans@purdue.edu by April 07, 2026.