Popcorn Field Day
Interested in growing popcorn on a small farm or in your home garden? Purdue Extension Northwest Region Educators invite the public to a Popcorn Field Day on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Central Time at Pinney Purdue Agricultural Center, located at 11402 S. County Line Road, Wanatah, Indiana.
The field day will explore popcorn production, variety selection, and practical tips for growing and harvesting popcorn. Whether you are a small-scale farmer or a home gardener interested in growing your own popcorn, this program will provide an opportunity to learn more about popcorn production and cultivation.
The event will take place at Pinney Purdue Agricultural Center, providing attendees with an opportunity to learn about growing popcorn and explore practices that can be applied to their own farms or gardens. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a popcorn taste testing as part of the field day.
Registration is required by October 30, 2026. To register, visit Registration is required by October 30, 2026. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/PopcornFieldDay. For more information, contact Rebecca Koetz at (219) 755-3240 or busser@purdue.edu.
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If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact Rebecca Koetz prior to the meeting at 219-755-3240 or busser@purdue.edu by October 30, 2026.
For special dietary needs contact Rebecca Koetz at 219-755-3240 or busser@purdue.edu by October 30, 2026.
If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact Rebecca Koetz prior to the meeting at 219-755-3240 or busser@purdue.edu by October 30, 2026.