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Purdue Extension to present engaging educational activities for all at Indiana State Fair

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Indiana State Fair kicks off Aug. 1 and highlights the theme “Soundtrack of Summer,” presented by Get...

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Teaching youth to dig deeper into crop and soil science

Playing in the dirt isn’t just a summer-time activity for kids. It can be a great tool for youth to learn about the soil that Indiana farmers...

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Garden Produce

Hopefully you are starting to harvest some wonderful vegetables from your garden. If you are unsure if a vegetable is ready to harvest, hopefully...

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Improving Pastures by Renovation

One of the best ways to improve both forage yield and animal performance on low-producing grass pastures is to periodically renovate them.

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Mastering Home Food Preservation

Mastering Home Food Preservation 4-day workshop July 29-August 1, 2025 This workshop provides in-depth lectures, interactive discussions,...

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Field Crop Update

Bi-weekly Purdue Extension hosts a Field Crop Update for Extension Educators and Specialists. These updates are usually shared online via the...

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Take Time to Appreciate the Work of Volunteers at the Fair

The Whitley County 4-H Fair will take place July 11-17, 2025. Let’s all take time to appreciate the work of volunteers at the fair.

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July Clover Chronicle

July Clover Chronicle

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Knox County Newsletter July-Aug 2025

Purdue Extension Knox County 2025 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

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4-H Fair Judges 2025

4-H Fair Judges 2025

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July-Aug-Sept Newsletter

HHS Monthly programs will be offered at the Clinton Public Library, every 3rd Monday of the month starting at 6pm. Topics include avoiding fraud...

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July 2025 Newsletter

The 4-H Fair is approaching!

Indiana State Fair ribbon on hand made clothing for Indiana 4-H project

Ribbons and Records: The History of 4-H Awards and Recognition

Ribbons and Records: The History of 4-H Awards and Recognition

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June Announcements

From the Director - June 2025

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Use Precautions When Controlling Poison Hemlock

Besides the ominous name, poison hemlock has become infamous as a problematic invasive weed in recent years. It’s essential to learn how to...

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MarketReady training in Greensburg will support producers expanding to wholesale markets

Purdue Extension is hosting a MarketReady training session from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET Sept. 18 in Greensburg. As Indiana’s local food...

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Gardening Woes

Excess moisture and cold temperatures in late spring/summer, a sneaky insect pest, a plant disease; all of which can cause individuals frustration...

Farmer Appreciation

Farmer Appreciation Luncheon

Washington County farm families are invited to the Farmer Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the...

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Clark Co. Cattle, Pasture, Hay, & Crops Field Day

Livestock producers are invited to a field day on cattle, pasture, hay, and crops in Clark County on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

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Shoo Fly, Don’t Bother Me

Some flies are nuisances, some are pests, and some mimic bee behavior. Today, I’ll cover a few of the common flies we encounter in Indiana,...

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July August 2025 Newton County Newsletter

July August 2025 Newton County Newsletter

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National AgrAbility Project recognized in Forbes’ Accessibility 100 list

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The USDA AgrAbility Program, led by the National AgrAbility Project and housed at Purdue University’s Breaking...

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2025 Wells County 4-H Fair Program - Updated

2025 Wells County 4-H Fair Program - Updated

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Posey County 4-H Program - Find all of the 4-H info here you are looking for!!

2024-2025 4-H Enrollment OPENS October 1st 2024, visit www.v2.4honline.com to enroll!

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Unwanted Garden Guests: Diseases

Many gardeners struggle with diseases because often the disease is not noticed until it’s in advanced stages, and then it’s too late to...

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