Food

Knox County Newsletter January-February 2026 — 26 December 2025

• 26 December 2025

Purdue Extension Knox County 2026 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

December Newsletter — 16 December 2025

• 16 December 2025

All the latest happenings as we approach 2026

Why Do Bees Visit Flowers? — 12 December 2025

• 12 December 2025

We observe bees visiting flowers, but may not fully understand why.

December 2025/January 2026 Newsletter — 02 December 2025

• 02 December 2025

The December 2025/January 2026 edition of the Purdue Extension-Washington County newsletter is now available.

Knox County Newsletter November-December 2025 — 01 November 2025

• 01 November 2025

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

November Newsletter — 01 November 2025

• 01 November 2025

Updates, recaps, general info and more

November-December 2025 Newton County Extension Newsletter — 27 October 2025

• 27 October 2025

November-December 2025 Newton County Extension Newsletter

Meal prep made easy with AI: Tips from an Extension educator — 14 October 2025

• 14 October 2025

Unsure what to make for dinner, you check your kitchen. A loaf of bread. A bag of baby carrots. A can of pumpkin puree. A package of chicken...

4-H Junior Leaders Trick or Treat for Canned Goods — 08 October 2025

• 08 October 2025

Put away your candy and break out the canned goods! Lawrence County 4-H Junior Leaders will be Trick or Treating in an effort to provide the LIFE...

October Newsletter — 01 October 2025

• 01 October 2025

What's going on at the Purdue Extension Tipton office this fall?

Evansville MarketReady producer training will share tips, tricks for thriving in today’s marketplace — 15 September 2025

• 15 September 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting a MarketReady training session from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CT Nov. 20 in Evansville, Indiana. As the state’s local...

September Newsletter — 01 September 2025

• 01 September 2025

In this newsletter, program recaps, what's coming soon, and more!

Knox County Newsletter September-October 2025 — 01 September 2025

• 01 September 2025

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

September-October 2025 Newsletter — 26 August 2025

• 26 August 2025

September-October 2025 Newton County Extension Newsletter

Watermelon woes and pumpkin predictions: How rainy weather could affect seasonal favorites — 15 August 2025

• 15 August 2025

Nothing hits the spot on a summer day like a sweet slice of watermelon. This year’s harvest has been good in Indiana, but June and...

August Newsletter — 12 August 2025

• 12 August 2025

Fair recap and upcoming events

Fueling Fun: Turning healthy choices into easy choices for students — 24 July 2025

• 24 July 2025

According to 2021 data from the Centers for Disease Control, half of children in Indiana between the ages of 1 to 5 don’t eat a daily...

Mastering Home Food Preservation — 08 July 2025

• 08 July 2025

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

Take Time to Appreciate the Work of Volunteers at the Fair — 04 July 2025

• 04 July 2025

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.

Knox County Newsletter July-Aug 2025 — 02 July 2025

• 02 July 2025

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

July 2025 Newsletter — 30 June 2025

• 30 June 2025

The 4-H Fair is approaching!

Perry County July/August Extension Newsletter — 13 June 2025

• 13 June 2025

July/August 2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

4-H workshop lets youth explore crop and soil science — 28 May 2025

• 28 May 2025

Youth who have just completed grades 3-12 are invited to attend a free crop and soil science workshop, titled “Experience 4-H: Crop and Soil...

Marshall County Open Class at the Marshall County Fair — 27 May 2025

• 27 May 2025

Marshall County Open Class at the Marshall County Fair

2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Book — 05 May 2025

• 05 May 2025

2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Exhibits Book is now available on the website or paper copies can be picked up at our office. Printed copies...

Knox County Newsletter May-June 2025 — 25 April 2025

• 25 April 2025

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

Perry County May/June Extension Newsletter — 24 April 2025

• 24 April 2025

May/June 2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

Purdue Extension hosts MarketReady training for producers looking to expand to wholesale markets — 16 April 2025

• 16 April 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting the MarketReady training from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET May 1 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. As Indiana’s local food producers...

Purdue Day of Giving- Partnering with Potawatomi Wildlife Park — 14 April 2025

• 14 April 2025

In partnership with the Marshall County Extension Office, we’re launching an Interactive Forestry & Pollinator Trail

Potawatomi Wildlife Park Receives Arrowhead Grant with Purdue Extension — 14 April 2025

• 14 April 2025

Interactive Forestry And Pollinator Trail grant approved!

March Newsletter — 01 March 2025

• 01 March 2025

The transition from cold, grey winters to bright, warm springtime is near!

Knox County Newsletter Mar-Apr 2025 — 28 February 2025

• 28 February 2025

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

March-April Newton County Extension Newsletter — 28 February 2025

• 28 February 2025

March-April Newton County Extension Newsletter

March and April Newsletter — 27 February 2025

• 27 February 2025

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

ServSafe Food Manager - Knox County, July 22, 2025 — 21 February 2025

• 21 February 2025

Purdue Extension Knox County is presenting a ServSafe Food Manager training on July 22, 2025 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, EST. This will take place at...

Purdue Ext-Knox Co Part-Time Program Support Staff Position — 14 February 2025

• 14 February 2025

Purdue Extension Knox County is seeking a part-time program support staff position.

February Newsletter — 01 February 2025

• 01 February 2025

The latest news and updates from Purdue Extension - Tipton County

Perry County Jan/Feb Extension Newsletter — 17 January 2025

• 17 January 2025

January/February 2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...

January/February Newsletter — 14 January 2025

• 14 January 2025

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Knox County Newsletter Jan/Feb 2025 — 01 January 2025

• 01 January 2025

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

January Newsletter — 01 January 2025

• 01 January 2025

News from Tipton County Extension and updates for 4-H, Ag & Natural Resources, and Health & Human Sciences

Homesteading Conference - Extension Highlights — 20 December 2024

• 20 December 2024

Extension highlights of the Homesteading Conference - 2024

Supplements Versus the Real Thing — 10 December 2024

• 10 December 2024

In an age where health-conscious individuals are constantly seeking ways to optimize their well-being, the debate between supplements and whole...

ServSafe Training Helps Many Comply with New Food Safety State Laws — 25 November 2024

• 25 November 2024

Purdue Extension collaborates with the National Restaurant Association to offer ServSafe Manager food safety training and ServSafe Food Handler...

Knox County Newsletter Nov/Dec 2024 — 04 November 2024

• 04 November 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

November/December Newsletter — 01 November 2024

• 01 November 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana — 29 October 2024

• 29 October 2024

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana - September 2024

Food for Health at Hope Resource Center — 28 October 2024

• 28 October 2024

Learn nutrition basics, how to prepare simple dishes, and sample easy homemade recipes.

November-December 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter — 25 October 2024

• 25 October 2024

November-December 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter

Purdue Extension Offers Food Preservation Workshops — 01 October 2024

• 01 October 2024

Check out upcoming Food Preservation Workshops!

Johnnie Mae Farm: Nourishing the Community — 27 September 2024

• 27 September 2024

Johnnie Mae Farm embodies the Purdue Extension mission of transforming lives and livelihoods as we partner with the community to provide education...

Homesteading conference will feature hands-on workshops for experts and beginners — 27 September 2024

• 27 September 2024

Purdue University Extension’s 2024 Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference will take place on November 1 and 2 in Kendallville, IN at...

Indiana Food Vision: Creating A Statewide Vision — 25 September 2024

• 25 September 2024

This event helped to promote the Indiana Food Vision and gather important input.

Extension leads Indiana Great Apple Crunch to bring agriculture education, apple-themed activities to children, adults — 25 September 2024

• 25 September 2024

October kicks off National Farm to School Month and National Apple Month. Purdue Extension, the Indiana Department of Education and Indiana Grown...

Purdue Extension - Allen County 2024 Annual Summary — 18 September 2024

• 18 September 2024

Purdue Extension of Allen County's 2024 Annual Summary.

Iron Chef: A healthy food contest — 16 September 2024

• 16 September 2024

Iron Chef is a program developed by Purdue Extension and the Allen County Public Library to encourage conscious healthy eating choices. After a...

Purdue Extension – Who We Are, What We Do — 13 September 2024

• 13 September 2024

The internet is a useful tool, but sometimes it’s hard to separate fact from fiction. Purdue Extension offers research-based information to...

September 2024 Newsletter — 12 September 2024

• 12 September 2024

The latest of what's happening at Purdue Extension Tipton County

Seal the Meal Home Food Preservation Workshop — 11 September 2024

• 11 September 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Hands-on Food Preservation Workshop on Monday and Tuesday, October 28-29, 2024 at the Trinity United Methodist...

Rooted & Resilient: Homesteading Conference — 06 September 2024

• 06 September 2024

Join Area XI Purdue Extension Educators as they present homestead skills for families.

Knox County Newsletter Sept/Oct — 05 September 2024

• 05 September 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

September and October Newsletter — 03 September 2024

• 03 September 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

Perry County May/June Extension Newsletter — 01 September 2024

• 01 September 2024

May/June2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

Perry County Sept/Oct Extension Newsletter — 01 September 2024

• 01 September 2024

November/December 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...

Perry County Sept/Oct Extension Newsletter — 01 September 2024

• 01 September 2024

September/October 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...

September-October 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter — 29 August 2024

• 29 August 2024

September-October 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter

How Sweet it is.... Is Sugar Addictive? — 26 August 2024

• 26 August 2024

Learn more about "Sugar Addiction"

Success Stories: Food, Gardening and New Ag Technology — 23 August 2024

• 23 August 2024

A Growing Together grant was received to install a raised bed garden at the Washington Street Apartments in Rockport, IN. Weekly educational work...

Food Preservation Lunch and Learn — 14 August 2024

• 14 August 2024

Lunch and Learn officer at Life Enrichment Center

Preserve It Now... Enjoy It Later — 12 August 2024

• 12 August 2024

Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn the basics of pressure canning through education and hands-on workshop....

August 2024 Newsletter — 31 July 2024

• 31 July 2024

In this month's issue: 4-H Fair recap, upcoming events, and more

Ohio County Newsletter- July /August — 16 July 2024

• 16 July 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

Building Sustainable Urban Farming Capacity and Connections — 09 July 2024

• 09 July 2024

Purdue Extension led a four-year research and Extension project (supported by SARE and extended one year due to the pandemic) on urban farming to...

Meet Our New Educators! — 08 July 2024

• 08 July 2024

Learn more about our new Horticulture/Urban Ag and Nutrition Education Program Advisor!

Wheat in Indiana – How is it Used? — 05 July 2024

• 05 July 2024

As wheat harvest in Indiana approaches completion, one might ask, “How is our wheat used?” It can be fed to livestock, and it is used...

Knox County Newsletter July/August 2024 — 03 July 2024

• 03 July 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Making Cool 4th of July Memories — 27 June 2024

• 27 June 2024

The middle of the summer brings the 4th of July and lots of family fun! It's the time we celebrate our great nation with fantastic fireworks,...

$1.5M USDA NIFA grant will help Purdue researcher identify community-based food waste solutions — 25 June 2024

• 25 June 2024

The Purdue University College of Agriculture’s Department of Agricultural Economics has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S....

July-August Newton County Extension Newsletter — 20 June 2024

• 20 June 2024

Add Flavor with Herbs and Spices — 05 June 2024

• 05 June 2024

Herbs and spices add fabulous flavor and color to food without adding salt, fat or sugar. Cooking with herbs and spices is also a great way to...

Ohio County- June Newsletter — 22 May 2024

• 22 May 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Plan Ahead for Home Canning this Summer — 15 May 2024

• 15 May 2024

If you are just now thinking about joining the trend in our communities to can food this summer, start by checking your equipment and supplies....

Ohio County May Newsletter — 13 May 2024

• 13 May 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates

Pressure Canner Testing — 01 May 2024

• 01 May 2024

Dial gauge pressure canners should be tested annually to ensure safe food.

Foods to Improve Your Skin Health — 29 April 2024

• 29 April 2024

Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...

May June 2024 Newton County Newsletter — 29 April 2024

• 29 April 2024

Knox County Newsletter May/June — 25 April 2024

• 25 April 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Got Milk (Alternatives)? Program in May — 22 April 2024

• 22 April 2024

Providing Information and Guidance During a Foodborne Illness Outbreak Investigation — 17 April 2024

• 17 April 2024

In August 2022, three southwestern Indiana farms were contacted by the FDA and CDC and informed that cantaloupe grown on their farms were...

Gear up for Gardening — 08 April 2024

• 08 April 2024

Research shows that cultivating plants is beneficial for us. Gardening has been associated with improvements in attitudes toward health and...

Upcoming Food Preservation Workshops offered by Purdue Extension — 01 April 2024

• 01 April 2024

Ohio County April Newsletter — 01 April 2024

• 01 April 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

Marshall County Fair Open Class, Bake-a-Rama, Ice Cream Crank Off — 26 March 2024

• 26 March 2024

The Extension Line Newsletter — 20 March 2024

• 20 March 2024

The April-June 2024 edition of The Extension Line is available now.

Removing Odors from Refrigerators and Freezers — 18 March 2024

• 18 March 2024

Refrigerators and freezers are two of the most important pieces of equipment in the kitchen for keeping food safe. We are instantly reminded of...

Purdue Extension Dining with Diabetes: Keeping health goals on track — 08 March 2024

• 08 March 2024

The American Diabetes Association estimates that at least 1.7 million Hoosiers are living with prediabetes. To help with prevention and awareness,...

Across Indiana, Adults Increased Knowledge of Food, Family, Money and Health — 05 March 2024

• 05 March 2024

Purdue Extension offers a variety of effective, engaging programs based on community needs to increase knowledge and improve behaviors related to...

Knox County Newsletter March/April 2024 — 01 March 2024

• 01 March 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Perry County May/June Extension Newsletter — 28 February 2024

• 28 February 2024

May/June 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

Perry County May/June Extension Newsletter — 28 February 2024

• 28 February 2024

May/June 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

Perry County March/April Extension Newsletter — 28 February 2024

• 28 February 2024

March/April 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...

Ohio County March Newsletter — 27 February 2024

• 27 February 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

February: National Canned Food Month — 26 February 2024

• 26 February 2024

Canned foods are convenient, portable, quick, and have a long shelf life. They also help provide needed nutrients to meet USDA Dietary Guidelines....

March-April 2024 Newton County Newsletter — 26 February 2024

• 26 February 2024

Training International Farmers in Food Preservation and Processing — 23 February 2024

• 23 February 2024

Purdue Extension, in collaboration with the University of West Indies at St. Augustine, is implementing the USAID John Ogonowski and Doug Bereuter...

Mastering Home Food Preservation — 13 February 2024

• 13 February 2024

Boiling Water Bath Canning Workshop Hosted with Marshall Co. Extension — 12 February 2024

• 12 February 2024

“The Big Game” Plan for Healthy Eating — 01 February 2024

• 01 February 2024

Develop a winning Big Bowl "food game plan" by thinking like a football player on the playing field. Only, instead of the opposing team,...

Small town, big changes and giant impacts—Restoring pride in Laurel, Indiana — 30 January 2024

• 30 January 2024

The 510 citizens of Laurel, Indiana have no grocery store and rely on two in-town gas stations for their food unless they have the transportation...

Mastering Home Food Preservation Workshops — 29 January 2024

• 29 January 2024

Home Food Preservation — 26 January 2024

• 26 January 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Canning and Pickling Workshop on March 8, 2024 at the Friedman Park Event Center, Newburgh, IN.

Pressure Canning Basics lecture - Princeton — 23 January 2024

• 23 January 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Pressure Canning Basics Program on July 8, 2024 at the Toyota Events Center at the Gibson County Fair.

ServSafe Food Handler Class in Marshall County — 18 January 2024

• 18 January 2024

Tips for Delicious and Nutritious Soup — 10 January 2024

• 10 January 2024

What's better on a cold winter day than a warm bowl of soup? Soup can be nutritious, easy to prepare, and inexpensive. It can be great hot or...

HHS Offerings at Senior Snippets — 10 January 2024

• 10 January 2024

Want to learn more about dehydrating foods, or air frying foods? Check out these programs!

Knox County Newsletter January/February 2024 — 05 January 2024

• 05 January 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Ohio County Monthly Newsletter — 02 January 2024

• 02 January 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture,4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

New Year, New You: 4 Tips to a Healthier You — 26 December 2023

• 26 December 2023

It’s almost the New Year, are you planning to make a New Year’s resolution? Millions of Americans make resolutions every January hoping...

Marshall County Hosts "Dining with Diabetes" Class — 11 December 2023

• 11 December 2023

Marshall County - ServSafe Manager Classes and Exams for 2024 — 11 December 2023

• 11 December 2023

Help Us Get Better Internet — 01 December 2023

• 01 December 2023

Indiana is receiving close to $870 million for broadband – how much your county gets is up to you

Ohio County Newsletter — 01 December 2023

• 01 December 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture,4-H,and Youth Development monthly updates

Tips for Low-Cost Holiday Meals — 30 November 2023

• 30 November 2023

Here are a few budget friendly tips to help save money on holiday meals:

Purdue Extension Hosts Jams and Jellies Workshop — 17 November 2023

• 17 November 2023

Mastering Home Food Preservation, June 11-14, 2024 (CLASS IS FULL) — 15 November 2023

• 15 November 2023

Mastering Home Food Preservation 4-day workshop. This will take place on June 11-14, 2024 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET at the VU Shircliff Humanities...

Holiday Diabetes — 15 November 2023

• 15 November 2023

Tips for managing diabetes during the holiday season. You can stay on track!

Thanksgiving Tips for People with Diabetes — 09 November 2023

• 09 November 2023

A Thanksgiving gathering with family is something to enjoy and treasure. But if you have diabetes, these events can pose special challenges. How...

Knox County ServSafe Manager Training & Exam, June 7, 2024 — 09 November 2023

• 09 November 2023

Purdue Extension-Knox County is offering a ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Examination on June 7, 2024. This will take place at the VU...

ServSafe Food Handler - Knox County, March 12, 2024 — 08 November 2023

• 08 November 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County is presenting a ServSafe Food Handler training on March 12, 2024 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, EST. This will take place...

Healthy Holidays — 31 October 2023

• 31 October 2023

Tips to have a healthy Thanksgiving and Holiday Season.

2023 Nov/Dec Perry County Extension Newsletter — 30 October 2023

• 30 October 2023

November/December 2023 edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County bimonthly newsletter featuring all program areas.

Newly updated edition of Purdue Forage Field Guide provides essential information on forage management — 26 October 2023

• 26 October 2023

The fourth edition of the Forage Field Guide from Purdue University Extension is now available for purchase on the Extension Education Store...

Knox County Newsletter November/December 2023 — 25 October 2023

• 25 October 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Calcium Supplement Guidelines — 18 October 2023

• 18 October 2023

Calcium is an essential mineral found in great abundance in the body. 99% of all the calcium in the body is found in the bones and teeth. The...

Food for Thought (October) — 11 October 2023

• 11 October 2023

Taking the Stress Out of Family Meals — 28 September 2023

• 28 September 2023

Feeling the pressure of busy schedules yet? Give your mealtime motivation a boost by trying the following tips from the Academy of Nutrition and...

Mastering Home Food Preservation — 21 September 2023

• 21 September 2023

Mastering Home Food Preservation 4-day workshop. This will take place on October 31 thru November 3, 2023 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET at the...

All About Cooking Rice — 07 September 2023

• 07 September 2023

Rice is the most popular grain globally, supplying energy, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Over half of the...

Knox County Newsletter September/October 2023 — 06 September 2023

• 06 September 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

September Newsletter — 30 August 2023

• 30 August 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates

Trinidad & Tobago: an Extension Experience — 28 August 2023

• 28 August 2023

Molly Hoag traveled to Trinidad and Tobago with the Farmer-to-Farmer program to instruct farmers on safe food handling, including preserving food...

Boiling Water Bath Canning Workshop Hosted in St. Joseph Co. — 14 August 2023

• 14 August 2023

Learn about food preservation!

July and August Newsletter — 07 August 2023

• 07 August 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates

Summer Produce in Indiana — 27 July 2023

• 27 July 2023

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020) recommend increasing fruits and vegetables in the U.S. diet. In summertime, you can find fresh fruits...

Dining with Diabetes course coming to Roachdale — 06 July 2023

• 06 July 2023

Do you have type 2 diabetes? Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well reducing your health risks? If so, Purdue...

Knox County Newsletter July August 2023 — 01 July 2023

• 01 July 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Lawrence County Food as Medicine — 15 June 2023

• 15 June 2023

Join us for a 6 week healthy lifestyle program. Learn nutrition basics, how to prepare simple dishes, opportunities for physical activity and much...

Improve Your Brain and Body Health: The MIND Diet — 15 June 2023

• 15 June 2023

Have you heard of The MIND diet? This eating pattern is designed to prevent dementia and loss of brain function as you age. "MIND" stands...

Hendricks County Homemakers — 12 June 2023

• 12 June 2023

Pollinators are Important — 09 June 2023

• 09 June 2023

It’s estimated that one in every three bites of food we eat is due to cross-pollination by pollinators. I think it’s fair to say that...

Food, Fun, 4-H: Meal Kit Program — 07 June 2023

• 07 June 2023

Food, Fun, 4-H

Ohio County June Newsletter — 02 June 2023

• 02 June 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

ServSafe Food Handler – Required for Home Based Vendors and More! — 24 May 2023

• 24 May 2023

Are you currently operating as a home-based vendor, working in food service, or volunteering around food? Indiana passed a new law (HB 1149) which...

Grilling Tips and Tricks — 19 May 2023

• 19 May 2023

As the weather gets warmer, we find ourselves getting outside more whether it’s to exercise, cook, or just relax. A popular summertime...

Preserve It Now... Enjoy It Later — 19 May 2023

• 19 May 2023

Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn the basics of pressure canning through education and hands-on workshop....

Southwest Purdue Ag Center Field Day — 19 May 2023

• 19 May 2023

Join us at the Southwest Purdue Agriculture Center for the 2023 SWPAC Field Day. June 28, 2023 Registration at 8:30ET, program 9:00-1:00 ET (lunch...

Registration open for Purdue Fruit and Vegetable Field Day — 16 May 2023

• 16 May 2023

Fruit and vegetable growers are invited to join Purdue Extension for a day of educational sessions and networking at the annual Purdue...

May Newsletter — 12 May 2023

• 12 May 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Home Food Preservation — 04 May 2023

• 04 May 2023

Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at the Johnson County...

Tips for Spring Cleaning — 03 May 2023

• 03 May 2023

Hello Blueberries — 01 May 2023

• 01 May 2023

This is the time of the year we begin to see blueberries pop up at our favorite local markets. During the summer, there is nothing quite like a big...

Mastering Home Food Preservation — 26 April 2023

• 26 April 2023

Wells County Educator Takes Part in Farmer-to-Farmer Project — 26 April 2023

• 26 April 2023

Ohio County Newsletter-April — 21 April 2023

• 21 April 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture and Youth Development monthly updates.

What Does Processed Food Mean? — 13 April 2023

• 13 April 2023

Have you watched the news lately talking negatively about processed foods blaming them for the rise in obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes?...

Grilled Cheese Recipes — 12 April 2023

• 12 April 2023

MyPlate Management — 06 April 2023

• 06 April 2023

Recently I learned that many people don’t know much about MyPlate and where it originated. Many of us know the food pyramid which was...

Purdue Extension Dining with Diabetes: Making Healthy Living Accessible — 05 April 2023

• 05 April 2023

Purdue Extension's Dining with Diabetes programs offer practical approaches to eating well for those with type 2 diabetes, their caregivers...

2023 Food Preservation Workshops in Marshall County — 24 March 2023

• 24 March 2023

Learn to Preserve food in 2023

Eggtastic (What To Do With Your Eggs) — 24 March 2023

• 24 March 2023

Eggs can be beneficial for our diet in many different ways. They are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals and are high in protein along with...

How to Build a Balanced Breakfast — 22 March 2023

• 22 March 2023

Making healthier choices can be difficult, overwhelming, or even frustrating. However, it doesn’t have to be. If we find something we like...

Managing Stress: Supporting The Agricultural Workforce With New Tools — 21 March 2023

• 21 March 2023

Sam Gettinger, owner of Gettinger Family Custom Meats in New Palestine and Rushville,says the stress of working in the meat packing industry...

Indiana Poultry: Opportunity and Challenge Abound — 17 March 2023

• 17 March 2023

Ranked as first in the nation for commercial duck production, second in production of layer and table eggs and third for turkeys raised, Indiana is...

Origins of the Cooperative Extension System and Purdue Extension — 10 March 2023

• 10 March 2023

This week we delve into the formation of USDA’s Cooperative Extension System, and how that relates to Purdue Extension.

Knox County Newsletter March/April 2023 — 03 March 2023

• 03 March 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

The Birth of Land-Grant Institutions and Purdue University — 03 March 2023

• 03 March 2023

To more fully understand what Purdue Extension is, we must go back to the birth of land-grant institutions, which led to the establishment of...

ServSafe Food Handler Class in Marshall County — 03 March 2023

• 03 March 2023

ServSafe Food Handler Class in Marshall County

Upcoming Classes offered by Purdue Extension — 03 March 2023

• 03 March 2023

Sleep on It and How Sweet it Is are two upcoming educational classes

Eating Right and Reducing Food Waste — 02 March 2023

• 02 March 2023

People rarely talk about the foods they toss out, yet the topic of food waste is getting a lot more attention these days.

Purdue Extension Encourages Practices for Safe and Effective Vegetable Production — 01 March 2023

• 01 March 2023

Specialty crop growers face difficulties with insects, diseases, and weeds. They may have unique growing scenarios with greenhouses, fields, and...

Purdue Extension – a Research-Based Information Source — 24 February 2023

• 24 February 2023

With the plethora of information available, how does a person sort out reliable information from misinformation? I would submit that research-based...

March Newsletter — 23 February 2023

• 23 February 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences ,Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Foods to Avoid on a Heart Healthy Diet — 09 February 2023

• 09 February 2023

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and with February being American Heart Month, learning what foods to avoid seems...

Food For Thought — 08 February 2023

• 08 February 2023

Babysitter Training — 08 February 2023

• 08 February 2023

Babysitter Training

Creating Healthy Connections in Jackson County — 06 February 2023

• 06 February 2023

Purdue Extension Jackson County health and human sciences educator, and representatives from numerous organizations at Healthy Jackson County...

Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive — 01 February 2023

• 01 February 2023

There are hungry kids in our community, and nearly every kid is capable of making a PB&J, so let’s help kids help themselves. Drop off...

February Newsletter — 26 January 2023

• 26 January 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates

ServSafe Class Offered — 23 January 2023

• 23 January 2023

ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Exam offered to teach food service workers about food safety.

ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Exam — 23 January 2023

• 23 January 2023

ServSafe Food Protection Manager is their highest certification. The full 1-day training includes a manual and proctored exam. Lawrence County will...

Be Heart Smart — 19 January 2023

• 19 January 2023

As the leading cause of death for all Americans, heart disease claims 600,000 lives annually. Many in our community know someone that has been...

2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference to take place at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds — 19 January 2023

• 19 January 2023

Registration is now open for the 2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference, the premier annual event for the state’s farming community. The 11th...

ServSafe Manager Class and Exams 2023 — 09 January 2023

• 09 January 2023

ServSafe Manager Class and Exams 2023

Making a Meal with What's on Hand — 05 January 2023

• 05 January 2023

Struggling to make meals with what you have on hand? Are you wanting to make a favorite recipe, but missing some of the ingredients? Are you tired...

ServSafe Manger Exam Opportunity — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

ServSafe Manger Exam Opportunity in Marshall County Indiana

Knox County Newsletter January/February 2023 — 02 January 2023

• 02 January 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Purdue Extension Master Gardener program to offer virtual basic training in spring — 02 December 2022

• 02 December 2022

The spring 2023 Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) basic training program will begin Feb. 7 as a weekly series of live virtual webinars.

Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo returns in person for vegetable, fruit growers — 20 November 2022

• 20 November 2022

The annual Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) returns to West Lafayette on Jan. 23 and 24. Beginners and experienced small and large...

Intro to Grant Writing Basics — 17 November 2022

• 17 November 2022

This brief introduction to grant writing will review the proposal process and basic elements of a grant required for a successful proposal. This...

Learn About Boiling Water Bath Canning — 17 November 2022

• 17 November 2022

Learn Boiling Water Bath Canning at this hands on jam and jelly workshop!

Cooking Under Pressure — 17 November 2022

• 17 November 2022

How to Cook a Turkey the Day before Serving it — 16 November 2022

• 16 November 2022

Sometimes it may be easier to prepare your turkey the day before you plan to serve it. Here is how to do it safely.

Save the Date for Pancake Day — 02 November 2022

• 02 November 2022

Knox County Newsletter November/December 2022 — 01 November 2022

• 01 November 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Rethinking Lactose Intolerance: A Guide for Including Dairy Foods in the Diet — 26 October 2022

• 26 October 2022

Rethinking Lactose Intolerance: A Guide for Including Dairy Foods in the Diet Tips for Tolerating Lactose: Everyone can digest some lactose. For...

Pressure Canner Testing — 26 October 2022

• 26 October 2022

Dial gauge pressure canners should be tested annually to ensure safe food.

November-December Newton County Extension Newsletters — 20 October 2022

• 20 October 2022

Freezer Pleaser Meals Webinar — 19 October 2022

• 19 October 2022

Agriculture & Natural Resources — 19 October 2022

• 19 October 2022

Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension educators offer programs and information on agricultural production and financial management for...

Health and Human Sciences — 19 October 2022

• 19 October 2022

Fall Consumer Education Day — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

On October 20th at the Miami County 4-H Starting at 9:30 am will be a session on making your own spice blends and more!

Train Your Brain — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

Train Your Brain

Curb the urge to splurge — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

Air Fryer 101 — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

Where Does Your Money Go? — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

September & October 2022 Newsletter — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 September & October Newsletter.

Keeping “Bagged” Lunches Safe — 14 September 2022

• 14 September 2022

Whether it's off to school or work, millions of Americans carry "bag" lunches. Food brought from home can be kept safe if it is...

Clay County Health & Human Sciences — 07 September 2022

• 07 September 2022

Clay County Health & Human Sciences Information

ServSafe Food Handler Certificate — 06 September 2022

• 06 September 2022

The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...

Jams and Jellies Class — 30 August 2022

• 30 August 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

Purdue Extension Ohio County News — 29 August 2022

• 29 August 2022

Ohio County Extension home and human sciences, 4-H,agriculture, and youth development newsletter.

Join PEMC at the 6th Annual Turn Festival and Dinner in collaboration with Paramount Indy — 25 August 2022

• 25 August 2022

September-October Newton County Extension Newsletter — 25 August 2022

• 25 August 2022

Knox County Newsletter September/October — 25 August 2022

• 25 August 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Just One Bite! — 08 August 2022

• 08 August 2022

Explore new recipes, healthy habits, and more at Just One Bite with the Purdue Extension Nutrition program!

July & August 2022 Newsletter — 04 August 2022

• 04 August 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 July & August Newsletter.

Eat, Drink, and Be Dairy Cheese Identification Workshop — 03 August 2022

• 03 August 2022

The Eat, Drink, and Be Dairy Spark Club met August 3rd and learned how to identify cheeses by looks, smell, and taste. We tried twenty different...

Explore and Experience Local Food — 29 July 2022

• 29 July 2022

From farmer’s markets to roadside stands to local farms and other venues, local residents will have many opportunities available to them to...

Job Announcement: Nutrition Education Program Assistant — 26 July 2022

• 26 July 2022

For more information & to apply visit: https://careers.purdue.edu/job-invite/20713/

Crunchy Chicken Salad — 26 July 2022

• 26 July 2022

Check out this delicious chicken salad recipe to keep cool in the kitchen!

Safely Preserving Food — 25 July 2022

• 25 July 2022

With so many fresh vegetables coming from our gardens this summer, it’s time to think of how to preserve their freshness and flavor for the...

Eat the Rainbow — 22 July 2022

• 22 July 2022

It is tremendously important for individuals of all ages to maintain a nutritious diet. Make sure to consume all five food groups including dairy,...

Register to attend upcoming small farm educational field day — 20 July 2022

• 20 July 2022

Connect with other small farmers at the Small Farm Education Field Day on July 29 presented by the Purdue Student Farm and the the Purdue...

Dining with Diabetes — 13 July 2022

• 13 July 2022

Do you have type 2 diabetes? Living well with diabetes is a challenge. Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well...

Knox County Newsletter July/August 2022 — 30 June 2022

• 30 June 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

July-August 2022 Newsletter — 23 June 2022

• 23 June 2022

ServSafe Food Handler Certificate — 16 June 2022

• 16 June 2022

The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...

home-based vendor laws — 14 June 2022

• 14 June 2022

Some recent changes impact requirements for home-based vendors. This article will help you understand who qualifies as a home-based vendor, which...

Home Food Preservation — 03 June 2022

• 03 June 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

2022 Open Class Exhibit Guide — 02 June 2022

• 02 June 2022

SIMM - Fish and Pineapple Dishes — 27 May 2022

• 27 May 2022

Look for ways to save on your food budget? Shop once, eat twice: In this addition, enjoy delicious fish and pineapple recipes.

Safe Home Food Preservation Practices — 25 May 2022

• 25 May 2022

Canning is easy right? Maybe think again. Canning our produce is hard work, but definitely worth it. Home growers and preservers should be...

New Law for Home-Based Vendors — 11 May 2022

• 11 May 2022

If you sell food to an end consumer in the state of Indiana, you are either established as a Retail Food Establishment or a Home-Based Vendor. Most...

Discover home food preservation with Purdue Extension — 11 May 2022

• 11 May 2022

Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at Purdue University.

Knox County "Add A Row" Produce Donation Program — 09 May 2022

• 09 May 2022

The Knox County "Add a Row" Produce Donation Program aims to connect local produce farmers and home vegetable gardeners to local...

May & June 2022 Newsletter — 09 May 2022

• 09 May 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 May and June Newsletter.

Preserve it Now Enjoy it Later — 27 April 2022

• 27 April 2022

Add Flavor with Herbs and Spices — 27 April 2022

• 27 April 2022

Herbs and spices add fabulous flavor and color to food without adding salt, fat or sugar. Cooking with herbs and spices is also a great way to...

SIMM - Chicken and Asparagus Dishes — 27 April 2022

• 27 April 2022

Our April Similar Ingredients, Multiple Meal ideas features chicken and asparagus recipes.

Support Marshall County Extension- Purdue Day of Giving — 26 April 2022

• 26 April 2022

Support Marshall County Extension Services

Knox County Newsletter May/June 2022 — 26 April 2022

• 26 April 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

May-June 2022 Newsletter — 25 April 2022

• 25 April 2022

2022 Home and Family Arts Open Class Book — 13 April 2022

• 13 April 2022

Check out the 2022 Home and Family Arts Open Class Book

Knox County ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Examination — 06 April 2022

• 06 April 2022

ServSafe Food Protection Manager is the highest ServSafe certification. It satisfies Indiana requirements to become a Certified Food Protection...

Home Food Preservation — 04 April 2022

• 04 April 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

SIMM - Ham and Spinach Dishes — 29 March 2022

• 29 March 2022

Spring is here and Easter is near. Looking for new ham recipes.

Knox County 2022 Open Class Listing — 08 March 2022

• 08 March 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Open Class Booklet, featuring updates on all open class projects.

March & April 2022 Newsletter — 04 March 2022

• 04 March 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 March and April Newsletter.

Knox county Newsletter March/April 2022 — 02 March 2022

• 02 March 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Mindful Living Newsletters — 02 March 2022

• 02 March 2022

The Mindful Living Newsletter is free and provided by your Purdue Extension Health and Human Sciences Educator. Our goal is to provide...

2022 National Nutrition Month — 01 March 2022

• 01 March 2022

2022 National Nutrition Month resources on Jennings County Purdue Extension page.

SIMM - Pot Roast and Carrots — 24 February 2022

• 24 February 2022

Pot roast made in the crockpot is easy and delicious.

Important Infant Formula Recall — 22 February 2022

• 22 February 2022

FDA warns consumers not to use certain powdered infant formula produced in Abbott Nutrition's Facility in Sturgis, Michigan.

Understanding Food Insecurity and Food Resources in Putnam County — 16 February 2022

• 16 February 2022

One in nine Americans struggle to have access to enough food, also known as food insecurity. Putnam County has a 12.9% projected insecurity rate...

Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Diagnosed in Indiana Poultry Flock — 11 February 2022

• 11 February 2022

Avian influenza does not present a food safety risk; poultry and eggs are safe to eat when handled and cooked properly. No human cases of avian...

Purdue agricultural economics research to measure local food access within Anderson community — 08 February 2022

• 08 February 2022

Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural Economics is measuring access to local food in Anderson, Indiana through a collaboration with...

CWC Franklin County Collaboration — 02 February 2022

• 02 February 2022

Our CWC, Becky Marvel, has been working collaboratively with the Franklin County Purdue Extension Office as well as the Franklin Co. Library to...

ServSafe Food Manager 1- Day Class & Examination — 31 January 2022

• 31 January 2022

“The Big Game” Plan for Healthy Eating — 26 January 2022

• 26 January 2022

Develop a winning Big Bowl "food game plan" by thinking like a football player on the playing field. Only, instead of the opposing team,...

Environmental Historian Uses Urban Ag Certificate for Innovative Research on Beekeeping — 25 January 2022

• 25 January 2022

See how Dr. David Wallace-Hare used knowledge from his Purdue Urban Ag courses to further his research in urban beekeeping. Purdue’s online...

HHS Newsletter January 2022 — 21 January 2022

• 21 January 2022

HHS Newsletter January 2022

Serving Sizes and Weight Loss — 20 January 2022

• 20 January 2022

Did you know eating the correct serving size goes hand in hand with losing weight? Check out this article for some helpful tips on serving sizes.

Healthy and Safe Meals Using a Slow Cooker — 05 January 2022

• 05 January 2022

Americans' busy lifestyles often show up in their cooking and eating habits. More than 54% of food dollars are spent on food away from home,...

Purdue Extension Resources and Programs — 31 December 2021

• 31 December 2021

A local resident recently asked me how they could find out about Purdue Extension resources and programs, which prompted me to offer some outreach...

Knox County Newsletter January/February 2022 — 28 December 2021

• 28 December 2021

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

ServSafe Training Events — 16 December 2021

• 16 December 2021

Knox County Newsletter November/December 2021 — 16 December 2021

• 16 December 2021

Purdue Extension Knox County 2021 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Purdue Extension Beginning Farmer Workshop and other Diversified Farming and Food Systems Information — 10 December 2021

• 10 December 2021

In an effort to coordinate several initiatives of Purdue Extension to serve smaller and more diversified farms and farmers, we have now...

Steuben County 4-H Camp Counselor Application — 02 December 2021

• 02 December 2021

Steuben County 4-H Camp Counselor Applications can be found here.

ServSafe Course — 01 December 2021

• 01 December 2021

Food Service manager course to be certified ServSafe Food Protection Manager is their highest certification

Quick and Easy Soup Ideas — 26 November 2021

• 26 November 2021

With the onset of cold weather, soups are a quick and easy idea for lunch and dinner,

Tasty Holiday Treats — 26 November 2021

• 26 November 2021

Try out these tasty holiday treats with your family. Our "Kids in the Kitchen" videos are a great way to create family traditions.

Tasty Holiday Treats — 26 November 2021

• 26 November 2021

Create some tasty holiday treats with these quick and easy recipes.

Holiday Diabetes — 22 November 2021

• 22 November 2021

Tips for managing diabetes during the holiday season. You can stay on track!

SIMM - Turkey and Apple Recipes — 17 November 2021

• 17 November 2021

Are you interested in recipes to use turkey left-overs? If so, check out the November Similar Ingredients Multiple Meals handout.

Nutritional Programing with Carrie Pfeiffer — 05 November 2021

• 05 November 2021

Dive into what your Fayette County NEPs are up to! Contact our NEP's for more information on FREE nutritional programming.

Kelly Isaccs- NEP — 05 November 2021

• 05 November 2021

Winter Weather Policy — 03 November 2021

• 03 November 2021

All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...

Removing Odors from Refrigerators and Freezers — 03 November 2021

• 03 November 2021

Refrigerators and freezers are two of the most important pieces of equipment in the kitchen for keeping food safe. We are instantly reminded of...

Winter Weather Policy — 03 November 2021

• 03 November 2021

All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...

Marshall County Annual Extension Meeting and Dinner — 02 November 2021

• 02 November 2021

Marshall County community members are invited to join this event! RSVP to 574-935-8545 by November 5th.

Ohio County November Newsletter — 01 November 2021

• 01 November 2021

Purdue Extension Ohio County 4-H, Health and Human Science, Youth Development news and updates.

Foods to Improve Your Skin Health — 28 October 2021

• 28 October 2021

Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...

HATCH Program — 27 October 2021

• 27 October 2021

The HATCH Program has brought over 13,000 dozen eggs and counting to Fayette and Union County! Click the link below to learn more!

Annual Meeting to Feature Bruce Kettler, ISDA Director — 22 October 2021

• 22 October 2021

Purdue Extension-Spencer County will hold its 2021 Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 4, at 6:00 PM at the Spencer County Youth and Community...

Fun with Dill Pickles — 20 October 2021

• 20 October 2021

Join Sara and Amy for some new ways to enjoy your dill pickles! Believe it or not, Sara is PUMPED and Amy is just a little hesitant to try the odd...

Purdue Extension Impact Report- 2020 — 14 October 2021

• 14 October 2021

Fayette County Purdue Extension was featured in the 2020 Extension Annual Report for the hard being done in our community to food resources and...

Can You Eat your Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin? — 13 October 2021

• 13 October 2021

Can You Eat your Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin? It's fall and thoughts turn to pumpkins! Can that large pumpkin sitting on your front porch still be...

Purdue’s INClimate Website Offers Storm of Useful Weather and Climate Information — 08 October 2021

• 08 October 2021

Even though we’ve had warm weather recently, we all know that sooner or later we’ll awaken to sights of the first fall frost....

Pumpkin Deviled Eggs Live at Lunch — 05 October 2021

• 05 October 2021

Join Sara and Courtney Live @ Lunch! On the menu: Smokey Pumpkin Deviled Eggs

ServSafe Class Offered — 04 October 2021

• 04 October 2021

ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Exam offered to teach food service workers about food safety.

Food Preservation Workshop: Holiday Jams & Jellies — 04 October 2021

• 04 October 2021

Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn how to preserve jams & jellies safely and prepare two different recipes.

Free Nutrition Class at the Family Resource Center — 02 October 2021

• 02 October 2021

FREE FOOD! FREE RECIPES! FREE GADGETS! FUN!

It’s Autumn in Indiana, Time to Enjoy Apples! — 01 October 2021

• 01 October 2021

Have you visited an orchard lately? Local orchards may offer fun activities, gift shops, and of course – fresh apples and apple products. It...

Foods to Improve Your Skin Health — 30 September 2021

• 30 September 2021

Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...

Free Nutrition Classes At The YMCA — 30 September 2021

• 30 September 2021

FREE FOOD! FREE RECIPES! FREE GADGETS! FUN!

Eat Smart Live Strong At The YMCA — 30 September 2021

• 30 September 2021

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR… EAT SMART, LIVE STRONG

Grant County Extension Express — 24 September 2021

• 24 September 2021

Attached is the Q3 Extension Express Newsletter for

Taking Care of Potted Plants in Fall — 21 September 2021

• 21 September 2021

Taking Care of Potted Plants in Fall What To Do with Garden Tomatoes with Courtney Schmidt, Sarah Badger, and Patty Cole

September - October Knox County Extension Newsletter — 21 September 2021

• 21 September 2021

Read what Purdue Extension Knox County has been up to!

Scare at the Fair 2021 — 14 September 2021

• 14 September 2021

Come one come all to the Scare at the Fair Halloween party open to the public. October 17, 2021 at the Posey County Fairgrounds Livestock Arena...

Health and Human Sciences — 13 September 2021

• 13 September 2021

The Health and Human Sciences department provides knowledge and programs in food, family, finance, and health.

Community Development — 13 September 2021

• 13 September 2021

Our Mission: strengthen the capacity of local leaders, residents, businesses, and organizations to build resilient, inclusive and sustainable...

Health and Human Sciences — 13 September 2021

• 13 September 2021

The Health and Human Sciences department provides knowledge and programs in food, family, finance, and health.

Health and Human Sciences Connections — 12 September 2021

• 12 September 2021

Health & Human Sciences Connections is the quarterly newsletter for Purdue Extension Harrison County's Health and Human Sciences...

Health and Human Sciences Connections — 12 September 2021

• 12 September 2021

Health & Human Sciences Connections is the quarterly newsletter for Purdue Extension Harrison County's Health and Human Sciences...

ServSafe Class - Oct 4, 2021 — 10 September 2021

• 10 September 2021

Upcoming ServSafe Manager Certification training and examination will be hosted on October 4, 2021 at the Daviess County 4-H Fairgrounds in...

Purdue Extension Board Annual Meeting and Networking Event — 27 August 2021

• 27 August 2021

Join us for the annual meeting of the Steuben County Purdue Extension Annual Meeting on Monday, October 4th at 5:30 pm at the Zollner Hospitality...

Coping With Picky Eating — 12 August 2021

• 12 August 2021

Lead by example: As a parent or caregiver, you are your child’s most important role model – especially when it comes to making healthy...

2021 Fall Bartholomew County Extension Master Gardener Basic Training — 05 August 2021

• 05 August 2021

It's that time of year again! The Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training Course is open for registration. This 15 week course is $175...

2021 Knox and Warrick County Wheat Plot Results — 04 August 2021

• 04 August 2021

The 2021 Knox and Warrick County Wheat Plot results can be viewed here.

Recipe Refresh Program — 26 July 2021

• 26 July 2021

Are you stuck in a meal-time rut? If you'd like easy recipes that utilize in-season produce sent right to your email inbox, join our Recipe...

Newsletters — 22 July 2021

• 22 July 2021

For information on upcoming programs for 4-H, Health and Human Sciences, and Ag and Natural Resources visit our newsletters below.

Pressure Canner Gauge Testing — 16 July 2021

• 16 July 2021

Fresh vegetables are ready to harvest and pressure can. Is your pressure canner ready?

ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Training & Exam — 28 June 2021

• 28 June 2021

ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Training & Exam

Purdue Extension's Home Food Preservation course open for registration — 28 June 2021

• 28 June 2021

Purdue Extension's Home Food Preservation course open for registration

Purdue Extension's home food preservation course open for registration — 25 June 2021

• 25 June 2021

Extension’s Mastering Home Food Preservation team is hosting a home food preservation virtual learning series, “Preserve It Now …...

Doing Home Canning Right! — 24 June 2021

• 24 June 2021

Take time to learn the recommended research based methods and have hands on time to try them. Two classes will be offered by Purdue Extension with...

Doing Home Canning Right! — 24 June 2021

• 24 June 2021

Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...

Doing Home Canning Right! — 24 June 2021

• 24 June 2021

Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...

Doing Home Canning Right! — 24 June 2021

• 24 June 2021

Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...

2021 Perry County Extension Newsletters — 23 June 2021

• 23 June 2021

Purdue Extension in Perry County publishes a bimonthly print newsletter. PDF copies of that newsletter are available here. Electronic newsletters...

Chicken and Food Poisoning — 22 June 2021

• 22 June 2021

Chicken and Food Poisoning

Similar Ingredients Multiple Meal Ideas — 21 June 2021

• 21 June 2021

"Similar Ingredients, Multiple Meals" is a new handout that features meal ideas that use similar ingredients. Handout includes: featured...

Boone County Extension Homemakers — 09 June 2021

• 09 June 2021

Mission Statement The mission of the Indiana Extension Homemakers is to strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development,...

Caring for Our Community — 11 May 2021

• 11 May 2021

According to the USDA, food security is having enough to eat for a lifestyle that is healthy and active. Distribution is a major problem. According...

Everyday handling of packaged food and fresh produce — 11 May 2021

• 11 May 2021

Everyday handling of packaged food and fresh produce

Diabetes Care From Head to Toe — 30 April 2021

• 30 April 2021

What does the inside of your eye say about your health? and You feet are foundational. Don't take them for granted! Learn about the answer to...

A comprehensive approach to community development — 30 March 2021

• 30 March 2021

In 2018, a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation study on county health rankings reported that Fayette County ranked 92nd — the least healthy county...

Mealtime Routines and Tips — 22 March 2021

• 22 March 2021

Mealtime Routines and Tips

Comforter and Bedding Cleaning — 15 March 2021

• 15 March 2021

Comforter and Bedding Cleaning

Cleaning Reusables — 08 March 2021

• 08 March 2021

Cleaning Reusables

Food preservation goes online — 23 February 2021

• 23 February 2021

When done correctly, home food preservation can produce a bounty of safe and delicious food. If done incorrectly, it can lead to severe illness....

2019 Purdue Extension - Allen County Annual Report — 03 February 2021

• 03 February 2021

In 2019, Purdue Extension brought together government agencies, local non-profits, and passionate community advocates to support projects that...

My Plate Snack Platter — 21 December 2020

• 21 December 2020

A wonderful and easy way to consume fruits and vegetables is a MyPlate Snack platter. Load up a large plate or tray with your favorite fruits,...

Food Gifts — 07 December 2020

• 07 December 2020

Giving gifts is a tradition for many holidays. Since ancient times, it seems that people the world over have celebrated holidays and festivals for...

Boone County Food Pantry Coalition — 02 December 2020

• 02 December 2020

The goal of the Boone County Food Pantry Coalition is to bring interested members of the community together to better serve the individuals and...

Curious about canning? Find out how to safely preserve food at home — 30 November 2020

• 30 November 2020

Canning is back in vogue. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, canning and other forms of at-home food preservation were returning to kitchens around...

Safe and Clean Holiday Hosting — 30 November 2020

• 30 November 2020

As many households come up with plans for celebrating the holidays this year, extra care should be given for in-person festivities.

Thanksgiving Food Safety — 23 November 2020

• 23 November 2020

Thanksgiving is usually a time for families to gather and enjoy each other – not suffer from food poisoning! If you choose to get together as...

Perry County Extension Annual Meeting — 13 November 2020

• 13 November 2020

Purdue Extension, Perry County held their annual meeting on Thursday, November 12. HHS Educator Megan Jasperson shared a presentation on "What...

2020 Annual Report — 12 November 2020

• 12 November 2020

Purdue Extension-Perry County has addressed new needs in different ways as the pandemic changed the world in 2020. The Annual Report compiles major...

Foods — 03 November 2020

• 03 November 2020

Foods

Restoration — 02 November 2020

• 02 November 2020

Restoration

White County 2020 November-December Newsletter — 29 October 2020

• 29 October 2020

It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost over. We have survived one of the strangest years ever, and we made the best of a difficult year in...

Securing This Year's Harvest — 26 October 2020

• 26 October 2020

As farmers wrap up this year’s harvest and auger in the last few bushels of grain into the bin, their attention will turn to managing that...

Dinning with Diabetes — 19 October 2020

• 19 October 2020

The Purdue Extension – White County office will be offering Dining with Diabetes sessions virtually beginning Tuesdays, November...

Being bitten by Tiny Black Bugs — 19 October 2020

• 19 October 2020

Have you been outside recently and experienced a painful bite, only to find a barely visible, tiny black bug on your skin? The culprit was most...

Randolph County Extension Updates! — 16 October 2020

• 16 October 2020

Welcome to the Randolph County 4-H Fairgrounds!

Indiana Board of Animal Health Securing Indiana's Pork Supply — 13 October 2020

• 13 October 2020

This is a preparedness initiative that provides opportunities for pork producers to prepare before a disease outbreak. Participation will better...

Indiana orchards are still harvesting fun — 05 October 2020

• 05 October 2020

Leaves are changing, the air is cooler and Hoosiers are still looking for fun and safe things to do while we follow pandemic health and safety...

Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight — 21 September 2020

• 21 September 2020

An eating plan that helps manage your weight includes a variety of healthy foods. Add an array of colors to your plate and think of it as eating...

Safe School Lunch Packing Tips — 14 September 2020

• 14 September 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about lunchtime. For some of us, the kitchen table has become an unexpected office or leaning space for...

Annual DNR Tree Sale — 14 September 2020

• 14 September 2020

On October 1st, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting orders for their annual tree seedling sale. Tree seedlings...

End of Summer Cleaning — 08 September 2020

• 08 September 2020

Want a great start to next summer? Spend some time now returning warm weather gear to its best possible state before you store it away....

Fall Crop Outlook — 08 September 2020

• 08 September 2020

In a typical year, I would be using this space to promote our upcoming annual Ag Outlook Breakfast, a program designed to help farmers interpret...

Yard Tasks to Tackle in September — 08 September 2020

• 08 September 2020

Another seasonal resource I like to point people to is Purdue’s Consumer Horticulture website, which can be accessed here:...

Purdue Farmer-to-Farmer Program Switches to Virtual Assignments — 08 September 2020

• 08 September 2020

In April 2020, Purdue University’s International Programs in Agriculture (IPIA) and Purdue Cooperative Extension announced the USAID John...

Food Safety Education in the Home Kitchen for Families with Young Children Study — 07 September 2020

• 07 September 2020

Food Safety Education in the Home Kitchen for Families with Young Children Study

Faster Cleaning Shortcuts — 31 August 2020

• 31 August 2020

If you have children in your home, you know how quickly, now that they are back in school, the evening can be consumed with getting everything done...

Planning now will help with Weed Control next Year — 31 August 2020

• 31 August 2020

Conditions have been mostly favorable for crops throughout the growing season this year, however this also means that the setting is ripe for...

2020 Extension Newsletters — 27 August 2020

• 27 August 2020

Newsletters are published bimonthly. Download the Purdue University Extension--Perry County Newsletters below.

WHIN Region COVID-19 Impact Survey — 26 August 2020

• 26 August 2020

WHIN Region COVID-19 Impact Survey

August - September Extension Homemakers Newsletter — 12 August 2020

• 12 August 2020

August - September Extension Homemakers Newsletter

State Fair Results — 07 August 2020

• 07 August 2020

State Fair Results

Safe and Clean While Traveling — 07 August 2020

• 07 August 2020

After being cooped up for months, it seems unfair to also go without a summer or fall vacation. However, many of the risks of COVID-19 can be...

Removing Sunscreen Stains — 07 August 2020

• 07 August 2020

If you get sunscreen on your clothes, floors or car seats, don’t worry! There are some easy ways to clean it off. Below are some pointers,...

Perry County 4-H Awards and Virtual Fair Results — 30 July 2020

• 30 July 2020

Perry County 4-H Awards and Virtual Fair Results

Cooking from the Garden Facebook Live Series — 29 July 2020

• 29 July 2020

Cooking from the Garden Facebook Live Series

Back-to-School Face Covering Guidance from Indiana Dept of Education — 28 July 2020

• 28 July 2020

Back-to-School Face Covering Guidance from Indiana Dept of Education

Livestock Show Results — 27 July 2020

• 27 July 2020

Livestock Show Results

Randolph County Extension Updates! — 17 July 2020

• 17 July 2020

We are working hard to keep everyone updated and would like to invite you to check back here often. Our office is doing some Facebook Live...

4-H Jr. Leaders Help with Distribution of Food Boxes — 09 July 2020

• 09 July 2020

When the call for help went out for people to help lift and carry 2600 boxes of food that weighed 25 pounds, the Jr. Leaders stepped up and helped....

Safety Plans Needed for In Person 4-H Meetings and Events — 09 July 2020

• 09 July 2020

In person 4-H meetings, programs, and activities are currently permitted once a safety plan has been approved. This requires some planning as the...

Spotlight on a Member: Liam Gogel — 09 July 2020

• 09 July 2020

Liam Gogel displayed resiliency and responsibility as he met the challenges in 4-H this year. Success in 4-H means learning life skills and knowing...

Congratulations on a Successful Virtual 4-H Fair — 09 July 2020

• 09 July 2020

This Fair is certainly one for the history books! Think of the stories that you will have to tell in the future when you remember 2020! This has...

Eat the Rainbow — 12 June 2020

• 12 June 2020

Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. While these are the colors in the rainbow, they also represent the different colored fruits...

ServSafe Food Managers Certification — 01 June 2020

• 01 June 2020

Food Managers Certification -- Seventh Edition Book Presented by: The Clinton County Purdue Extension Office and the Clinton County Health...

Home Food Preservation Virtual Series — 19 May 2020

• 19 May 2020

Eat Better For Less — 30 April 2020

• 30 April 2020

Women's Health Week is May 10-16 The goal of National Women's Health Week is to empower women to make their health a priority. It...

Sacks for Snacks Activities — 03 February 2001

• 03 February 2001

Answers to the "Sacks of Snacks" activity sheets