Agriculture

Come to the 2026 Fort Wayne Farm Show — 26 December 2025

• 26 December 2025

The 2026 Fort Wayne Farm Show is set for January 13-15 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne.

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.

Year-End Income Tax Deduction Options — 21 December 2025

• 21 December 2025

Tis the season for giving and thinking to finalize tax considerations when reflecting on the past calendar year. You may receive a return of a 50...

Virtual Beginning Farmer Program — 19 December 2025

• 19 December 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting a virtual Beginning Farmer Program for small-scale and urban farmers looking to improve their business planning with a...

Extension Express — 18 December 2025

• 18 December 2025

4-H meeting and Mini 4-H monthly dates and sign ups. 4-H Scholarship info and important future fair date information. ANR News- Bi-State Garden...

December Newsletter — 16 December 2025

• 16 December 2025

All the latest happenings as we approach 2026

2026 Spring Garden Clinic Returns February — 16 December 2025

• 16 December 2025

The Marion County Master Gardener Association invites all gardeners to the 2026 Spring Garden Clinic - a full-day educational event packed with...

Washington County Ag. Outlook Breakfast — 15 December 2025

• 15 December 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting an Ag. Outlook Breakfast on Friday, January 23, 2026 from 8:30-10:30 am in Campbellsburg, IN.

Why Do Bees Visit Flowers? — 12 December 2025

• 12 December 2025

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

Argos MarketReady training will help local food producers expand into new markets — 11 December 2025

• 11 December 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting a MarketReady training session from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET Jan. 21 in Argos, Indiana. As the state’s local food...

Purdue Extension Resources for Diversified Farming and Food Systems — 05 December 2025

• 05 December 2025

Many of Purdue Extension’s efforts to reach producers operating small and specialty crop farms fall under one “umbrella” program...

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.

Why you might be a tourist this holiday season — 01 December 2025

• 01 December 2025

Before you started buying holiday decorations, Christmas tree growers were seven years ahead of you — the average time it takes to grow a tree.

No-Cost Gift Ideas for Gardeners — 01 December 2025

• 01 December 2025

Are you looking for a meaningful gift for a gardener in your life, but you're short on funds? Here are 4 gift ideas that you can pull together...

November & December Newsletter — 01 December 2025

• 01 December 2025

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

Selecting a Fresh Christmas Tree — 01 December 2025

• 01 December 2025

Setting up an artificial tree for Christmas is nice and may give you the perfect tree shape, but nothing can replace the memories made with family...

Poultry Farm Biosecurity is Crucial — 28 November 2025

• 28 November 2025

Avian Influenza can affect both commercial and backyard poultry flocks. Considering this, poultry farms, large and small, should tighten up their...

Area 2 Beef Meeting — 25 November 2025

• 25 November 2025

Beef cattle producers are invited to the Area 2 Beef Meeting on Saturday, January 3, 2026 in Salem, IN.

Code Red: A Contingency Planning Tool — 24 November 2025

• 24 November 2025

Imagine your family farm, small business, or family. There is probably one individual who is the key person who knows all the details about your...

Programs of Interest Coming Soon — 21 November 2025

• 21 November 2025

Purdue Extension has several upcoming programs that may appeal to you. Here’s a quick recap of some upcoming programs with links to...

Purdue Extension workshop offers strategies to future-proof farms — 20 November 2025

• 20 November 2025

Purdue Extension invites Indiana farmers and agricultural families to attend Farm Shield: Protecting Your Legacy From Life’s Uncertainties....

Virtual Workshop Series to Cover Tax Basics, Strategies for Farmers — 17 November 2025

• 17 November 2025

Cultivating Clarity: Understanding Farm Taxes is an upcoming virtual workshop series to teach the basics of tax planning for agricultural...

Supporting veterans year-round with resources for success — 11 November 2025

• 11 November 2025

Purdue Extension, in partnership with the National AgrAbility Project and Indiana AgrAbility, offers resources to help veterans pursue their goals,...

Extension Marion County Demonstration Garden Amongst First Place Winners in AAS 2025 Landscape Design Challenge — 03 November 2025

• 03 November 2025

Marion County’s very own Purdue Extension Demonstration Garden takes a first-place Category II win in the All-America Selections' 2025...

Program to Assist Ag Producers with Farm Finances — 03 November 2025

• 03 November 2025

Are you ready to take control of your farm’s financial future? Know Your Numbers, Know Your Options is an engaging four-week virtual workshop...

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

Wells County - Admin Assistant Application form — 28 October 2025

• 28 October 2025

Wells County - Admin Assistant Application form

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

• 27 October 2025

November-December 2025 Newton County Extension Newsletter

October Clover Chronicle — 20 October 2025

• 20 October 2025

The October edition of the 4-H newsletter, the Clover Chronicle.

Allen Express - October 2025 — 07 October 2025

• 07 October 2025

The Allen Express - October 2025 Edition

2025 Extension Board Annual Meeting — 07 October 2025

• 07 October 2025

Join us on November 5 for a Lunch 'n Learn at StoneGate Art & Education Center presented by the Lawrence County Extension Board. Meeting...

Washington County Local Products Guide — 06 October 2025

• 06 October 2025

The updated Washington County Local Products Guide is now available at the Extension office.

Oct. 16 expo features assistive technology for agriculture — 06 October 2025

• 06 October 2025

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Assistive technologies are critical for the success of farmers with disabilities and other functional limitations. As...

What is a Weed? — 03 October 2025

• 03 October 2025

At first glance, you may think, “I know what a weed is!” But, do you understand their life cycle, the type of weed, and effective...

October Newsletter — 01 October 2025

• 01 October 2025

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

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Workshop — 29 September 2025

• 29 September 2025

Purdue Extension is hosting a series of Commercial Pesticide Applicator Workshops across the state from November 2025 through January 2026.

Kill the Shrubs: A Guide to Fall Removal of Invasive Honeysuckle — 29 September 2025

• 29 September 2025

Autumn is an ideal time to take action against invasive honeysuckle, and PEMC Urban Agriculture Educator Jayde Grisham shares expert guidance on...

Strengthening knowledge of sheep, goats through new Purdue Extension resources — 24 September 2025

• 24 September 2025

Cora Reinbolt, who has been an Extension educator in Bartholomew County for six years and has over 20 years of experience raising sheep, began an...

5 things to avoid this fall when putting your garden to bed — 19 September 2025

• 19 September 2025

As tree leaves flourish into bright fall colors, home gardens are fading into collections of brown leaves and stems. Just because the growing...

Amazing Sunflowers — 19 September 2025

• 19 September 2025

As you travel in rural Indiana this time of year, you may happen upon a field of sunflowers. It’s so beautiful that drivers will occasionally...

Safety First, Avoid the Worst — 18 September 2025

• 18 September 2025

Fall harvest can be one of the busiest and most dangerous seasons of the year for the agriculture industry. For this reason, September 22nd –...

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...

Purdue Experts Urge Identification of Stalk and Ear Rots Now to Prioritize Harvest Decisions — 12 September 2025

• 12 September 2025

Now is the time to evaluate fields for any stalk or ear rot symptoms.

Hoosier Sheep Symposium coming to Purdue Sept. 20 — 11 September 2025

• 11 September 2025

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program and the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA) are jointly sponsoring...

Purdue Report: Farm Fatalities on Downward Trend, but up in 2024 — 05 September 2025

• 05 September 2025

Compiled by the Purdue University Agricultural Safety and Health Program, the recently released “2024 Indiana Farm Fatality Summary with...

Allen Express - September 2025 — 03 September 2025

• 03 September 2025

Purdue Extension - Allen County now has a newsletter!

Wabash Valley Master Gardener Classes 2025 — 03 September 2025

• 03 September 2025

Join the Wabash Valley Master Gardeners! We are accepting applications for our Fall 2025 class.

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.

Safety First, Avoid the Worst — 29 August 2025

• 29 August 2025

The theme of National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 21-27, 2025, is: Safety First, Avoid the Worst.

September-October 2025 Newsletter — 26 August 2025

• 26 August 2025

September-October 2025 Newton County Extension Newsletter

Farmland Values & Cash Rent — 21 August 2025

• 21 August 2025

Throughout the year, many individuals ask what the “going rate” is for farmland rental prices. That is a difficult question to answer....

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...

Understanding Growing Degree Days — 15 August 2025

• 15 August 2025

One measurement that agronomists and entomologists frequently use is Growing Degree Days (GDD). Sometimes referred to as “Heat Units...

August Newsletter — 12 August 2025

• 12 August 2025

Fair recap and upcoming events

Plan to Attend Sept. 10 NEPAC Field Day — 08 August 2025

• 08 August 2025

Purdue Extension in northeast Indiana will host a field day on September 10 for farmers and agribusiness professionals that highlights current...

Forestry Field Day Coming Up — 28 July 2025

• 28 July 2025

Interested in learning more about forest management? If so, please consider signing up for the Forestry Field Day planned for August 23rd. ...

Chicory – Adorning our Country Roadsides — 25 July 2025

• 25 July 2025

As you travel Indiana’s backroads in July and August, you can observe what we might call one of nature’s rarities – a distinct...

Purdue Extension to host Indiana Invasive Species Conference in September — 22 July 2025

• 22 July 2025

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — This year’s Indiana Invasive Species Conference, hosted by Purdue Extension in partnership with the Indiana...

Purdue Extension to present engaging educational activities for all at Indiana State Fair — 16 July 2025

• 16 July 2025

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

Improving Pastures by Renovation — 11 July 2025

• 11 July 2025

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

Field Crop Update — 07 July 2025

• 07 July 2025

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

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.

Use Precautions When Controlling Poison Hemlock — 27 June 2025

• 27 June 2025

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

MarketReady training in Greensburg will support producers expanding to wholesale markets — 26 June 2025

• 26 June 2025

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...

Shoo Fly, Don’t Bother Me — 20 June 2025

• 20 June 2025

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,...

July August 2025 Newton County Newsletter — 19 June 2025

• 19 June 2025

July August 2025 Newton County Newsletter

National AgrAbility Project recognized in Forbes’ Accessibility 100 list — 18 June 2025

• 18 June 2025

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

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...

Weed Science Field Day offers research tour, info sessions, networking — 05 June 2025

• 05 June 2025

Purdue University’s Department of Botany and Plant Pathology will host Weed Science Field Day on June 26 at the Throckmorton Purdue...

What’s buzzing in your backyard? Learn about protecting pollinators, beekeeping with Purdue Extension — 03 June 2025

• 03 June 2025

Small but mighty, pollinators contribute to everything from aster to apples to almond butter. June marks National Pollinator Month, the perfect...

New AgrAbility publication explores accessible design for farm shops — 29 May 2025

• 29 May 2025

The National AgrAbility Project, housed at Purdue University’s Breaking New Ground Resource Center in the Department of Agricultural and...

June 2025 Newsletter — 29 May 2025

• 29 May 2025

In this months newsletter, special features from a 4-H mom and from a 4-H member, 4-H fair and Open Show schedule and more!

Ohio County May Newsletter — 29 May 2025

• 29 May 2025

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

Ohio County June Newsletter — 29 May 2025

• 29 May 2025

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

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

Learn about pasture ecology above, below the soil at Purdue Extension workshop — 22 May 2025

• 22 May 2025

Purdue Extension will host a pasture ecology workshop June 18 at the Southern Indiana Purdue Ag Center (SIPAC) in collaboration with the Indiana...

Hydroponic crop production workshop will be offered for home and commercial growers — 20 May 2025

• 20 May 2025

Purdue University’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture will offer a one-day workshop about hydroponic crop production July...

Sheep Checkoff seeks candidates for board — 15 May 2025

• 15 May 2025

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program (Indiana S&W) is seeking candidates for two district seats...

Be On The Lookout for Poison Hemlock — 12 May 2025

• 12 May 2025

Poison hemlock is continuing to show its invasive nature throughout Putnam County and Indiana. If you are not familiar with poison hemlock it is...

We are Hiring — 09 May 2025

• 09 May 2025

The Purdue Extension ANR Program Assistant will collaborate with local agricultural partnering organizations, agriculture producers, landowners,...

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...

A Homeowner’s Guide to Soil pH — 02 May 2025

• 02 May 2025

One key component of a laboratory soil test is soil pH. Do you know what soil pH means and why it is important?

May June 2025 Newton County Newsletter — 28 April 2025

• 28 April 2025

May June 2025 Newton County Newsletter

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...

Scout for Alfalfa Weevil Now    — 18 April 2025

• 18 April 2025

If you manage fields with alfalfa, now is the time to be scouting for alfalfa weevil larvae in northern Indiana.

Support extension programming during Purdue Day of Giving — 14 April 2025

• 14 April 2025

April 30 marks this year’s Purdue Day of Giving and an opportunity to give back to Purdue Extension. Purdue Day of Giving annually brings...

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!

Purdue Extension supports local agriculture, youth education through Farm to School (and you can too!) — 01 April 2025

• 01 April 2025

Purdue Extension partnered with Indiana Grown for Schools in 2018, when the program first began to take shape from a USDA Farm to School grant....

April Newsletter — 01 April 2025

• 01 April 2025

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

Indiana AgrAbility expo to highlight assistive technology for agriculture — 28 March 2025

• 28 March 2025

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — On April 11, Purdue University’s Indiana AgrAbility Project, in cooperation with Huntington University and...

Nominations open for Purdue Women in Agriculture awards — 25 March 2025

• 25 March 2025

Purdue Women in Agriculture (WIA) is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Emerging Women in Agriculture Leadership Award, Achievement Award and...

Plan for Aquatic Weed Control Now! — 24 March 2025

• 24 March 2025

If you have concerns about aquatic weeds in your pond or lake or along a shoreline during the summer, now is the time to be planning your...

Purdue Extension will host virtual Farmers Market Certificate program in April — 21 March 2025

• 21 March 2025

Purdue Extension will offer the virtual Farmers Market Certificate program over four sessions in April to train market managers and vendors on best...

March 2025 LaGrange Newsletter — 21 March 2025

• 21 March 2025

Purdue Extension LaGrange Newsletter

Agriculture Affects Everyone, Every Day — 14 March 2025

• 14 March 2025

National Ag Day is March 18, with the theme, “Together We Grow.” As the world population soars, there is even greater demand for the...

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana — 13 March 2025

• 13 March 2025

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana

Dubois County AgriNews — 07 March 2025

• 07 March 2025

Dubois County AgriNews lists information, events, and tips geared toward the field crop and livestock interests of residents in Dubois and...

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

Avian Influenza — 28 February 2025

• 28 February 2025

If you have been to the grocery store, you have seen the impact of avian influenza in the form of increased egg prices. Avian influenza is present...

Impact of Frozen Soil — 27 February 2025

• 27 February 2025

Mud, slop and messy conditions have developed as the ground begins to thaw around Michiana. The US Drought Monitor shows much of Michiana in the...

March and April Newsletter — 27 February 2025

• 27 February 2025

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

2025 WHITLEY COUNTY 4-H FAIR — 26 February 2025

• 26 February 2025

Whitley County 4-H Fair

Workforce development — 24 February 2025

• 24 February 2025

Growing communities means growing job needs and opportunities. Across its four program areas, Purdue Extension is helping the Hoosier workforce...

Whitley County Newsletters — 24 February 2025

• 24 February 2025

The most recent issue of the Extension Connection is hot off the press!

Dealing With Rodents Around Homes and Farms — 21 February 2025

• 21 February 2025

You have probably seen a cartoon or stereotypical TV show where someone sees a mouse and says, “Eek, a mouse!” Mice and rats around...

Lecture Series at the Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show — 19 February 2025

• 19 February 2025

Join Purdue Extension and the Allen County Master Gardeners for a lecture series at the Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show from Feb. 27 through March...

Indiana Forage Council will host annual meeting in Greensburg — 19 February 2025

• 19 February 2025

The annual meeting for the Indiana Forage Council (IFC) will take place Thursday, March 6, at the Branch Gathering Place + Coffee House in...

Passions Planted in 4-H Youth Development — 17 February 2025

• 17 February 2025

Indiana’s 18 employability skills standards for youth include integrity, perseverance, adaptability, self-confidence and problem solving. For...

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.

2025 AgrAbility National Training Workshop travels to New Mexico — 11 February 2025

• 11 February 2025

The National AgrAbility Project (NAP), housed at Purdue University’s Breaking New Ground Resource Center, invites farmers, ranchers and...

A Unique Learning Lab — 03 February 2025

• 03 February 2025

As vice president of programs for the Hendricks County Community Foundation, Eric Hessel has been in his share of meetings. He can spot one...

Educators Assist with Farm Research - Extension Highlights — 31 January 2025

• 31 January 2025

Educators Assist with Farm Research - Extension Highlights

Check Official Sources for Information on Avian Flu — 31 January 2025

• 31 January 2025

Avian flu cases have shown up recently in Indiana counties, with some of them in northeastern Indiana. What is the risk to local flocks and people?...

A prescription for better health — 27 January 2025

• 27 January 2025

Vivian Delatorre is part of the first cohort in Purdue Extension’s Food as Medicine program held in the new Healthy Communities Teaching...

Lawrence County Cattlemen's Scholarship — 23 January 2025

• 23 January 2025

Up to four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to four qualified high school graduates from Lawrence County.

Purdue on the Farm — 21 January 2025

• 21 January 2025

Purdue Extension’s Scott Gabbard had known Mike and Anngie Steinbarger since their daughters Hayley and Michelle — now married with...

Winter PARP Meetings — 21 January 2025

• 21 January 2025

Join us for a winter PARP meeting for PARP credits, relevant information, and a meal!

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...

Highlights of Recent Agricultural Production — 17 January 2025

• 17 January 2025

Where did Whitley County rank recently in corn production among all other Indiana counties? What was a recent state-wide yield for soybeans? These...

Indiana Small Farm Conference will feature speakers, trade show for small and diversified farmers — 16 January 2025

• 16 January 2025

The 2025 Indiana Small Farm Conference will take place at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on March 4-5. The conference, hosted by Purdue...

January/February Newsletter — 14 January 2025

• 14 January 2025

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

Indiana sheep shearing school open for registration — 13 January 2025

• 13 January 2025

The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program is sponsoring a shearing school, hosted by the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA), on Saturday,...

Come to the 2025 Fort Wayne Farm Show — 09 January 2025

• 09 January 2025

The Fort Wayne Farm Show is set for January 14-16, 2025 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne. The Farm Show will be open from 9...

What is Extension? — 06 January 2025

• 06 January 2025

Extension can play an important part in your life if you choose to let it. Some of you may not realize that you have been impacted by Extension in...

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.

Adams County Crops Committee & Pork Producers Scholarship — 01 January 2025

• 01 January 2025

Adams County Crops Committee & Pork Producers Scholarship

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

Resolutions for a Farmer — 30 December 2024

• 30 December 2024

The beginning of a new year typically is a time for setting resolutions. For many those resolutions might mean going to the gym more often, eating...

January-February 2025 Newsletter — 27 December 2024

• 27 December 2024

January-February 2025 Newsletter

Growing Season Climate Summary Released — 27 December 2024

• 27 December 2024

The Indiana State Climate Office recently released their 2024 Growing Season Climate Summary: April – October, by author Austin Pearson.

January-February 2025 Newsletter — 26 December 2024

• 26 December 2024

January-February 2025 Newsletter

Homesteading Conference - Extension Highlights — 20 December 2024

• 20 December 2024

Extension highlights of the Homesteading Conference - 2024

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana — 20 December 2024

• 20 December 2024

Highlights from Extension of Northeast Indiana

Purdue Extension announces winners of 2024 Paul B. Crooks Award, Eric G. Sharvelle Award and Director’s Award — 20 December 2024

• 20 December 2024

Purdue Extension recognized many outstanding individuals during its annual Professional Development Conference. On Dec. 5, Purdue Extension...

Advancements in Communication Available to Producers — 20 December 2024

• 20 December 2024

Digital agriculture has opened up new management tools for progressive farmers. However, as we know this was not the case 100 years ago.

How Agriculture has Impacted the Holidays — 16 December 2024

• 16 December 2024

The holiday season wouldn’t be the same without agriculture. When you look at holiday decorations, agriculture can be seen in many ways...

Stop, Think, and Live When Working in and Around Grain Bins — 13 December 2024

• 13 December 2024

While the 2024 crop is safely in the bins, farmers should ensure the grain does not go out of condition. Entering a bin with a crusty layer of wet,...

Preserving and sharing homesteading skills within Indiana communities — 12 December 2024

• 12 December 2024

Interest in homesteading has grown over the past five years. Google Trends records that in Indiana search terms related to homesteading, like...

New incentives for climate-smart farming available to Indiana farmers — 10 December 2024

• 10 December 2024

Purdue Extension has partnered with the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund (SWOF), a leading agricultural ecosystem services program, to provide Indiana...

Earning Credits Toward Certification While Learning to Safely Apply Pesticides to Field Crops — 09 December 2024

• 09 December 2024

Purdue Extension held 51 workforce development programs on 33 dates and in 32 Indiana counties, or virtually. Programs had a variety of titles,...

Leaving a Lasting Legacy — 09 December 2024

• 09 December 2024

A multi-state extension workshop series will offer strategies to evaluate and improve farm estate and transition plans. “Leaving a...

Programs of Interest Coming Soon — 06 December 2024

• 06 December 2024

Purdue Extension has several programs of interest coming soon that may appeal to you. Here’s a quick recap of some upcoming programs.

Hoosier Hay Contest winners announced at 2024 Hay Quality Seminar — 04 December 2024

• 04 December 2024

The Indiana Forage Council’s (IFC) Hoosier Hay Contest, which accepted entries from June through September, concluded Nov. 12 at the 2024 Hay...

Transitioning From Pasture to Hay — 04 December 2024

• 04 December 2024

With the freezing temperatures and the snow cover, many forages within pastures have slowed growth or have gone completely dormant. Overgrazing...

Look Beyond Soybean Moisture Content in Harvest Loss — 03 December 2024

• 03 December 2024

Soybean harvest has wrapped up and now is a good time to learn postmortem reflecting on the season. Back in September, Purdue soybean specialist...

Marshall County PARP Meeting — 02 December 2024

• 02 December 2024

Meeting on Dec. 17

Marshall Co. Specialty Crop Grower Meeting with Focus on High Tunnel Production — 02 December 2024

• 02 December 2024

Marshall County Aggie Gathering: Specialty Crop Growers Meeting with focus on high tunnel production. Our focus is on Marshall County growers, but...

Healthy Farms through Healthcare Access — 02 December 2024

• 02 December 2024

The goal is to help farmers make informed decisions about these complicated issues.

Purdue Succession Planning Series for Women in Agriculture Kicks Off in January — 26 November 2024

• 26 November 2024

A Purdue Extension workshop series for women in agriculture will offer strategies for evaluating and improving farm estate and transition plans.

Posey County Ag & Natural Resources News — 25 November 2024

• 25 November 2024

Find all of your local Ag & Natural Resources news here.

Indiana’s premier vegetable and fruit grower’s conference to be held in Hendricks County — 19 November 2024

• 19 November 2024

The annual Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) will take place Jan. 14-15 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. Current and...

Helping Professionals and the Public Gain Skills for Healthy Pond Management — 19 November 2024

• 19 November 2024

Purdue Extension with other pond experts implemented train-the-trainer and public pond management workshops. Train-the-trainer programs were in...

Uniqueness of Trees — 18 November 2024

• 18 November 2024

Just like every individual is unique, so are trees. No two trees grow at the same rate, have the same leaf pattern, or have identical bark....

Protecting Indiana communities one safety presentation at a time — 15 November 2024

• 15 November 2024

Have questions about pesticide safety or other farm safety topics? Fred Whitford will track down answers to those questions and more with his keen...

Understanding Animal Group Names: A Simple Guide to Scientific Terms — 15 November 2024

• 15 November 2024

Sometimes you and I need help with scientific terms. In today’s article, let’s look at the scientific terms used for animal groups.

Get Your Farm Off to a Great Start! — 14 November 2024

• 14 November 2024

Purdue Extension’s Beginning Farmer Program can help put you on a path to success.

Assistive technology at AgrAbility Expo — 08 November 2024

• 08 November 2024

Assistive technologies are critical for the success of farmers with disabilities and other functional limitations. As the average age of farmers...

Private Applicator Program Planned Dec. 12 — 04 November 2024

• 04 November 2024

Purdue Extension in Noble and Whitley Counties will offer a private applicator recertification program (PARP) on Dec. 12, 2024.

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

Fall Time Foliage — 28 October 2024

• 28 October 2024

Right now, it is amazing to look outside and see all the splashes of red, yellow, orange, and green that the trees are providing us with. This...

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

• 25 October 2024

November-December 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter

It’s Apple Time — 18 October 2024

• 18 October 2024

Have you visited an orchard lately?

Farmland Rental In Indiana Workshop — 07 October 2024

• 07 October 2024

Setting the rental amount is one of the components of leasing farmland that can be stressful. You can avoid some of the stress by putting your...

Purdue field specialists will work with farmers to address effects of fungal diseases in corn — 02 October 2024

• 02 October 2024

Corn is an important part of our daily lives; it literally fuels us, as a food and when turned into ethanol. The grain is essential to...

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...

Pesticide Application: Improving Public Safety — 20 September 2024

• 20 September 2024

The program helped applicators learn to address two major pesticide issues in the community; pesticide drift and pollinator protection.

Purdue FNR Extension specialist receives national recognition for work in forestry — 19 September 2024

• 19 September 2024

Lenny Farlee, sustaining hardwood Extension specialist for Purdue’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR), has been named a 2024...

Grain entrapment is the leading cause of agricultural confined space-related injuries and fatalities; researchers emphasize safety — 19 September 2024

• 19 September 2024

Purdue University’s Agricultural Safety and Health Program has released the 2023 Summary of U.S. Agricultural Confined Space-related Injuries...

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

• 18 September 2024

Purdue Extension of Allen County's 2024 Annual Summary.

Harvest Time Thoughts — 16 September 2024

• 16 September 2024

Its harvest time in Indiana and that means the roads will contain more slow-moving vehicles, the roadsides will become vacant, and many farmers and...

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

Parke County ANR Main Page — 10 September 2024

• 10 September 2024

Don’t Learn Safety by Accident — 06 September 2024

• 06 September 2024

We’re at the beginning of harvest season, and I’d like to remind everyone to be mindful of combine safety, road safety, grain bin...

Rooted & Resilient: Homesteading Conference — 06 September 2024

• 06 September 2024

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

Program to Help Businesses to Become the ‘Employer of Choice’ — 05 September 2024

• 05 September 2024

Purdue Extension will offer the Becoming the Employer of Choice program virtually starting on Sept. 17, 2024. This program, developed by...

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.

New-to-Indiana soybean disease may plague Hoosier farmers — 04 September 2024

• 04 September 2024

Red crown rot, a disease that affects soybeans and other legumes, has spread to Indiana fields.

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

Annual Land Rent Survey Update — 26 August 2024

• 26 August 2024

Throughout the year, many individuals ask what the “going rate” is for farmland rental prices. That is a difficult question to answer....

Fruit Trees Require Care — 23 August 2024

• 23 August 2024

Many homeowners enjoy growing their own fruit, but they have also learned that they require a lot of care to approach the quality of products...

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...

Hoosier Sheep Symposium will take place on Sept. 21 — 20 August 2024

• 20 August 2024

The Purdue University College of Agriculture’s Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program (IN S&W) and the Indiana Sheep...

Be On the Lookout for Field Crop Diseases — 19 August 2024

• 19 August 2024

Scouting a field can be very valuable in helping identify a problem early and allow for treatment to occur. One disease to be on the lookout for...

Marshall County PARP - Shop Talk — 14 August 2024

• 14 August 2024

Hosted by Joe Stoller

Take Time to Evaluate Forage Variety Attributes Before Purchase — 09 August 2024

• 09 August 2024

If you are looking to establish a new hay crop or pasture, a Purdue Extension expert encouraged you to take the time needed to research and...

Purdue field day to feature research on sorghum’s value as a forage crop — 09 August 2024

• 09 August 2024

Purdue University Extension will host a Forage Sorghum Field Day on Sept. 10 at the Feldun-Purdue Ag Center (FPAC) in Bedford, Indiana.

August 2024 Newsletter — 31 July 2024

• 31 July 2024

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

ISA will host sheep-themed educational opportunities and competitions at Indiana State Fair — 30 July 2024

• 30 July 2024

In addition to 4-H and open sheep shows, the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA) is sponsoring sheep-themed competitions, vendors and educational...

Know Your Friends: Beneficial Insects — 26 July 2024

• 26 July 2024

Let’s look at a few beneficial insects.

Purdue Extension leads workforce development project with AgriProspects network — 23 July 2024

• 23 July 2024

Tanya Hall, Purdue University Extension community development regional educator, has been selected as the north central region content coordinator...

Plan to Attend Aug. 22 NEPAC Field Day — 23 July 2024

• 23 July 2024

Purdue Extension in northeast Indiana will host a field day on August 22 for farmers and agribusiness professionals highlighting current agronomic...

What are White Grubs? — 19 July 2024

• 19 July 2024

One issue that homeowners occasionally have to deal with is white grubs chewing on grass roots. The result is a dead patch in the lawn that grows...

Pinney Purdue Field Day 2024 — 16 July 2024

• 16 July 2024

Area Field Day

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.

Fireflies: Lightning in a Bottle — 12 July 2024

• 12 July 2024

Lightningbugs, also known as fireflies, have fascinated young and old alike on warm summer days.

Livestock producers and forage-input personnel can gain hands-on training at Indiana Grazing Schools — 11 July 2024

• 11 July 2024

From the Indiana Forage Council (IFC) and Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources, the Indiana Grazing Schools will start in August....

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.

Prudently Pursue Poisonous Plants — 28 June 2024

• 28 June 2024

It is prudent to be aware of poisonous plants. They may exist on roadsides, rights-of-way, or other secluded areas, then find their way to...

$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

Producers invited to attend twilight tour of grazing technology — 18 June 2024

• 18 June 2024

Producers are invited to attend Purdue University Extension’s twilight tour of grazing technology. The tour will be hosted at the Feldun...

Grasslands Partnership invites southern Indiana producers to participate in farm-based project — 18 June 2024

• 18 June 2024

The Grasslands Partnership invites forage-based livestock producers in southern Indiana to become partners in a demonstration/research effort that...

Solving Plant Problems — 16 June 2024

• 16 June 2024

Too much rain, extended cold temperatures in late spring/summer, a sneaky insect pest, a plant disease; all of which can cause individuals...

You Shouldn’t Throw Yew Trimmings to Ewes — 14 June 2024

• 14 June 2024

The subject of yew trimmings and livestock is a serious matter and one that could be a matter of life and death for animals.

Purdue Weed Science Field Day to highlight newest research — 11 June 2024

• 11 June 2024

Purdue University’s College of Agriculture will host its Weed Science Field Day on Thursday, June 27, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Throckmorton...

It is Important to Read and Follow Pesticide Labels — 07 June 2024

• 07 June 2024

It is important to read and follow pesticide labels to be legal and to avoid major goofs. Additionally, to some degree, your safety, your...

Purdue Extension to host June 27 Seed Treatment Workshop — 07 June 2024

• 07 June 2024

Purdue Extension will host a Seed Treatment Workshop on Thursday June 27 at the Northeast Purdue Agricultural Center (NEPAC) located at 4821 E 400...

Hoosier Hay Contest creates a friendly and educational competition among producers — 31 May 2024

• 31 May 2024

The Indiana Forage Council’s Hoosier Hay Contest begins Saturday, June 1, this year. The friendly competition encourages Indiana producers to...

Focus on Small-Scale Vegetable Farming: Field Demonstrations Build Capacity for Use of Cover Crops, Reduced Tillage — 30 May 2024

• 30 May 2024

Over the last three growing seasons, Purdue Extension established demonstration plots of cover crops and reduced tillage in vegetables at...

Ohio County- June Newsletter — 22 May 2024

• 22 May 2024

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

Overcoming Farm Stress — 22 May 2024

• 22 May 2024

Everyone faces stress at difference levels throughout their lifetime. The Purdue Farm Stress Team focuses on helping farmers and those in the...

Forum Fridays Focus on Quality Forage for Livestock — 16 May 2024

• 16 May 2024

Purdue Extension created an 11-session virtual series, Forage Forum Fridays, about seed industry, hay evaluations, private applicator...

TCTAC May 2024 Update — 16 May 2024

• 16 May 2024

Nuisance Wildlife Management Workshop Will Help You With Problem Critters — 15 May 2024

• 15 May 2024

If you find yourself sometimes having to deal with moles and other problem critters, plan to attend Purdue Extension’s Nuisance Wildlife...

Ohio County May Newsletter — 13 May 2024

• 13 May 2024

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

Wheat May Be at Risk for Head Scab — 10 May 2024

• 10 May 2024

As we approach heading and flowering time in wheat, early flowering is the time to consider spraying fungicides to protect wheat from Fusarium Head...

Annual Field Days at Purdue Agricultural Centers Lead to Financial Improvements from Adoption of Recommended Practices — 07 May 2024

• 07 May 2024

There are 56,800 farming operations in Indiana, and 97% of Indiana’s farms are family-owned. Of Indiana’s roughly 23.3 million acres,...

Preparing for Future Disasters — 06 May 2024

• 06 May 2024

Throughout life there are many different situations that an individual can experience while at home, on the farm, at work, or when relaxing with...

U.S. Department of Energy taps Purdue Extension to lead new Indiana collaborative for renewable energy — 30 April 2024

• 30 April 2024

A developer approaches a local plan commission, seeking approval to locate a wind or solar farm in the community. But the community may not have an...

Master Gardeners Offer Free Seeds — 30 April 2024

• 30 April 2024

It’s spring, and a gardener’s fancy turns to thoughts of plants and soil and sunshine and fertilizer and SEEDS! Seeds are the biggest...

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.

Purdue workshop series to highlight hydroponics and greenhouse crop production — 23 April 2024

• 23 April 2024

Home and commercial growers are invited to join the Purdue University Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture for the Hydroponics for...

Purdue Extension Crop and Weather Updates Going Public in 2024 — 22 April 2024

• 22 April 2024

Purdue Women in Agriculture team seeks 2024 nominees for annual awards — 17 April 2024

• 17 April 2024

The Women in Agriculture (WIA) team in Purdue University Extension is seeking nominees for the 2024 Purdue Women in Agriculture Awards, including...

Understanding Your Forest Inventory — 15 April 2024

• 15 April 2024

Do you know what trees are in your forest? If you know what trees you have, do you know how big they are? If you answered no to either of these...

Arbor Day – Choosing the Right Tree — 12 April 2024

• 12 April 2024

As we approach Arbor Day on April 26, many may be considering adding a tree, or maybe several trees, to their landscape. Important pre-steps to...

April TCTAC Grants — 11 April 2024

• 11 April 2024

Purdue Extension Community Development is the Indiana lead for the Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance...

A Total Eclipse of the Hoosier Heartland — 11 April 2024

• 11 April 2024

April 8th was a planning challenge for many rural communities in the path of totality from Texas to New York. Here in Indiana, Purdue Extension...

Road and Farm Safety this Spring — 05 April 2024

• 05 April 2024

As fields begin to dry, farmers and ag retailers will be moving large equipment over the roads to fields. This activity prompts my annual appeal to...

Ohio County April Newsletter — 01 April 2024

• 01 April 2024

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

Join in the Fight Against Invasive Plants — 25 March 2024

• 25 March 2024

Do you know what an invasive species is? It is a plant or organism that is not native to our environment, and one that can cause (or is likely to...

Be Proactive – Consider FieldWatch Registries — 22 March 2024

• 22 March 2024

One situation that sometimes arises in springtime is pesticide drift. This is unfortunate for everyone involved. To be more proactive, consider...

Marshall Co. PARP Spring Meeting — 20 March 2024

• 20 March 2024

Indiana 4-H participates in regional study focused on developing a 21st-century agriculture workforce — 20 March 2024

• 20 March 2024

Indiana 4-H is seeking input from food, agriculture, forestry and related employers about current workforce needs including job recruitment...

Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (TCTAC) — 20 March 2024

• 20 March 2024

Purdue Extension Community Development is the Indiana lead for the Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance...

Agriculture is Important to Everyone — 15 March 2024

• 15 March 2024

National Ag Day is March 19, and I thought it important to offer a few thoughts about the ways agriculture is important to everyone. I believe its...

Community Listening Session — 13 March 2024

• 13 March 2024

Purdue Extension was selected by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to co-host a community listening session on end-of-service...

Purdue FPAC Superintendent Brad Shelton receives Lawrence County Cattleman of the Year Award — 05 March 2024

• 05 March 2024

Brad Shelton, superintendent of the Feldun Purdue Agricultural Center (FPAC), received the Lawrence County Cattleman of the Year Award at the...

march-anr-newsletter — 04 March 2024

• 04 March 2024

Join Purdue Extension for an Upcoming Ag Law Program on March 15th — 04 March 2024

• 04 March 2024

Last March, participants had a great time learning about legal issues related to land leasing, hunting rights, and fence law during our Legal Side...

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.

March-April 2024 Newton County Newsletter — 26 February 2024

• 26 February 2024

Cooper Conrad- Alumni Feature — 24 February 2024

• 24 February 2024

Conrad is a freshman engineering student at Purdue University, and he credits his 4-H experience with helping him get there. While Conrad enjoyed...

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...

Produce Safety Alliance Training March 19 in Goshen — 23 February 2024

• 23 February 2024

If you grow fruits and vegetables for sale, you should consider attending the Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training being offered on Tuesday,...

Guiding Farm Families Down the Road of Succession Planning — 16 February 2024

• 16 February 2024

Busy running a medium-sized milling operation as a family-owned business, Lynn Stieglitz hadn’t given much thought to succession...

Inheriting Farmland Workshop — 09 February 2024

• 09 February 2024

Program to Help Farm Managers and Small Business Owners Become an ‘Employer of Choice’ — 02 February 2024

• 02 February 2024

In addition to the daily responsibilities of keeping an agricultural operation or small business running, managers also have to become human...

Extension to host multistate emergency preparedness workshop series for rural families — 02 February 2024

• 02 February 2024

February Newsletter — 29 January 2024

• 29 January 2024

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

Dealing with Winter Damage of Trees and Shrubs — 26 January 2024

• 26 January 2024

Farmer-driven Research Creates Solutions — 26 January 2024

• 26 January 2024

Mark Kingma, farmer cooperator in Jasper County, has been farming for 45 years with his family. In addition to knowledge from years of experience,...

Economic Tools to Help with Farm Management Decisions — 26 January 2024

• 26 January 2024

What is the right custom rate for field operations? What does a typical crop budget look like? Purdue Extension has resources that can help...

Get Your Farm Off to a Great Start with the Beginning Farmer Virtual Program — 22 January 2024

• 22 January 2024

Are you interested in starting a farm, but unsure of how to get started or where you can find help? Purdue Extension’s online Beginning...

Dealing with Livestock During the Winter — 22 January 2024

• 22 January 2024

Last week, the weather was frightful and several livestock producers were caring for newborn animals. Old man winter has let up some, however the...

Emergency Preparedness for Rural Families — 19 January 2024

• 19 January 2024

Highlights of Recent Agricultural Production — 19 January 2024

• 19 January 2024

Where did Whitley County rank recently in corn production among all other Indiana counties? What was a recent state-wide yield for soybeans? These...

Purdue to Host Forest Management Class — 18 January 2024

• 18 January 2024

Perry County Extension Newsletter Jan/Feb 2024 — 18 January 2024

• 18 January 2024

The Purdue Extension - Perry County January/February Newsletter contains updates from 4-H, Agriculture, Health and Human Sciences, Nutrition...

Keeping the Business in the Family: A Roadmap to Successful Succession — 17 January 2024

• 17 January 2024

Extension to Host Multistate Emergency Preparedness Workshop Series for Rural Families — 12 January 2024

• 12 January 2024

An upcoming four-part extension workshop for women in agriculture will focus on emergency preparedness for rural families.

Shell Egg Academy Provides Food Safety Practices for Employees in Laying Hen Production and Egg Processing Plants — 10 January 2024

• 10 January 2024

A national board was formed of individuals from industry, stakeholder organizations, and academia, including Purdue Extension, to collaborate and...

Come to the 2024 Fort Wayne Farm Show — 05 January 2024

• 05 January 2024

The Fort Wayne Farm Show is set for January 16-18, 2024 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne.

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.

2024 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County — 01 January 2024

• 01 January 2024

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Additional Farm Tax Information — 01 January 2024

• 01 January 2024

This week, we will continue our discussion on farm tax information shared during the virtual Tax Strategies for Midwestern Farm and Ranch Women...

January-February 2024 Newsletter — 19 December 2023

• 19 December 2023

2024 Top Farmer Conference — 12 December 2023

• 12 December 2023

Farm Tax Information — 07 December 2023

• 07 December 2023

During the last three weeks, Purdue Extension, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Kansas State University have been hosting a virtual Tax...

2023 Plat Books — 04 December 2023

• 04 December 2023

Stop by our office at 924 16th Street, Bedford (South side of the square) and get your 2023 Plat Book! They make great gifts! We accept cash or check!

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

USDA Releases Updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map — 01 December 2023

• 01 December 2023

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released its updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map.

Lawrence County Cattlemen's Annual Meeting — 30 November 2023

• 30 November 2023

The Lawrence County Cattlemen's Board of Directors would like to invite you to the 2023 Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held on Saturday,...

Ohio County Newsletter — 29 November 2023

• 29 November 2023

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

Purdue reminds agricultural employers of their responsibilities when hiring youth workers — 27 November 2023

• 27 November 2023

Harvest is a busy time of the year for Indiana farmers. Recent injury incidents involving youth and inexperienced workers highlight the potentially...

Indiana sheep shearing school open for registration — 27 November 2023

• 27 November 2023

The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program is sponsoring a shearing school, hosted by the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA) on Saturday...

AG OUTLOOK SEMINAR — 22 November 2023

• 22 November 2023

Join us in discussing, land values, grain market outlook, pesticide regulatory update and cover crops.

Fire Safety Concerns — 17 November 2023

• 17 November 2023

Although our weather has been relatively warm, we are seeing some colder nights resulting in the use of fireplaces and wood stove heat. Hopefully,...

2023 Area 10 Beef Cattle Assoc. Meeting — 17 November 2023

• 17 November 2023

2023 Bi-State Crops Conference — 17 November 2023

• 17 November 2023

Slow Corn Drydown in 2023 – Why? — 10 November 2023

• 10 November 2023

I have heard local reports that corn is wetter than normal this year, causing bottlenecks in handling and drying, and delays to harvest operations....

Beef quality assurance trainings and certification program to teach daily management practices, proper caretaking skills — 31 October 2023

• 31 October 2023

The Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training and certification program will be offered in 17 Indiana counties this November. In partnership with the...

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.

Virtual Workshop Series to Cover Farm Tax Basics & Farm Tax Strategies — 27 October 2023

• 27 October 2023

An upcoming virtual workshop series for Midwestern farm and ranch women will teach the basics of tax planning for agricultural operations. Hosted...

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.

Master Gardeners Basic Training 2024 — 20 October 2023

• 20 October 2023

Master Gardener Basic Training to kick off March 7, 2024

2023 Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Training — 11 October 2023

• 11 October 2023

Tuesday, November 7th 2023. 6:30 to 9:00 PM

Enjoy Pumpkins — 06 October 2023

• 06 October 2023

I love to see all the roadside pumpkin stands every fall, and I usually do my part to help a local farmer with the purchase of a pumpkin or two at...

Miami County Master Gardener Impact Flyer — 04 October 2023

• 04 October 2023

Miami County Master Gardeners, 2022-by the numbers.

Purdue Farm Stress Team: Helping Hoosiers at Home — 25 September 2023

• 25 September 2023

Farming can be a very stressful occupation with many uncertainties and uncontrollable factors such as unpredictable weather, equipment breakdowns,...

No One Can Take Your Place — 22 September 2023

• 22 September 2023

In companies, as a new employee takes over for a retiring employee, you may have heard the phrase, “I can’t replace him (or her), I can...

Upcoming bale grazing workshop to provide key industry insights — 19 September 2023

• 19 September 2023

Aimed at the livestock industry, an upcoming bale grazing workshop will offer vital info on keeping animals on pasture, dealing with drought and...

Farm Stress Toolkit — 12 September 2023

• 12 September 2023

The Farm Stress Team's new toolkit for Business owners.

Utilize Sorghums for Grazing Animals Prior to Frost — 08 September 2023

• 08 September 2023

Some forage producers and graziers may have considered a double-crop option after wheat. A Purdue forage specialist explained one of these options,...

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.

Stockmanship event to offer hands-on training in correctly handling livestock; will discuss economic benefits — 01 September 2023

• 01 September 2023

This September, Stockmanship With Curt Pate, a dual-session event for producers that highlights the increased economic benefits of correctly...

Consider Installing a Windbreak — 01 September 2023

• 01 September 2023

What if you could insulate yourself somewhat from ole-man winter? Consider installing a windbreak.

September Newsletter — 30 August 2023

• 30 August 2023

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

September 8 - Purdue Crop Diagnostic Training — 28 August 2023

• 28 August 2023

Annual Land Rent Survey Update — 24 August 2023

• 24 August 2023

Throughout the year, many individuals ask what the “going rate” is for farmland rental prices. That is a difficult question to answer....

Hoosier Sheep Symposium slated for Sept. 23 — 24 August 2023

• 24 August 2023

Purdue Agriculture’s Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Council (IN S&W) and the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA) are jointly...

Yellow and Black – Will it Attack? — 18 August 2023

• 18 August 2023

After a painful childhood bee sting, we all seem to be pre-programmed to be startled when a bee or wasp flies around our head.

2023 Clinton County Fair Results — 09 August 2023

• 09 August 2023

It's a wrap! The 2023 Clinton County Fair was a wonderful success. The Clinton County Extension office in collaboration with the Frankfort...

Just a Walk — 09 August 2023

• 09 August 2023

This past week my son went back to school, like many kids across the region. I took Tuesday off work to just spend the day with him. Upon asking...

July and August Newsletter — 07 August 2023

• 07 August 2023

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

Indiana agriculture leaders honored by Purdue Extension — 04 August 2023

• 04 August 2023

Three Indiana women were recognized by the Purdue Women in Agriculture Team for their dedication and leadership during a ceremony at the Indiana...

Seed Alfalfa by Mid-August in Northern Indiana — 04 August 2023

• 04 August 2023

A Purdue expert warned that messaging for the planting date of alfalfa in past years may not have been as clear as was intended.

Leave no trace: how to practice low-impact camping — 01 August 2023

• 01 August 2023

As Indiana’s peak camping season picks up in June, Purdue Extension experts share tips on how campers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts can...

Leave no trace: how to practice low-impact camping — 01 August 2023

• 01 August 2023

As Indiana’s peak camping season picks up in June, Purdue Extension experts share tips on how campers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts can...

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...

ISA hosting several sheep-related competitions at Indiana State Fair — 26 July 2023

• 26 July 2023

Aside from the 4-H and open sheep shows, The Indiana Sheep Association (ISA) is sponsoring additional sheep-themed competitions, vendors and...

Watch for Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs — 21 July 2023

• 21 July 2023

We have not had any confirmed cases of spotted lanternfly (SLF) as of early July in Whitley County, but they have been confirmed in nearby...

Here’s the Scoop: It’s National Ice Cream Month — 14 July 2023

• 14 July 2023

During hot July, an ice cream treat really hits the spot. Did you know that in 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream...

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Course Starting Soon! — 13 July 2023

• 13 July 2023

Purdue Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) receive training in horticulture to equip them to volunteer to assist Purdue Extension with home...

Increase in fatalities and injuries from agricultural confined spaces highlights need for effective management and training — 11 July 2023

• 11 July 2023

Last year saw a roughly 40 percent increase in the number of reported cases involving agricultural confined spaces, according to the 2022 Summary...

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.

Plan to Attend Sept. 13 NEPAC Field Day — 30 June 2023

• 30 June 2023

Purdue Extension in northeast Indiana will host a field day on September 13 for farmers and agribusiness professionals highlighting current...

Attend Northeast Indiana Organic Field Day to Learn More About Transitioning to Organic Grain Production — 30 June 2023

• 30 June 2023

Should I transition some of my crop acres to USDA Certified Organic grain production? If you have been asking this question as you keep an eye on...

Thoughts on Entering into a Timber Contract — 26 June 2023

• 26 June 2023

Three big items that should be included in a timber sale contract include the length of the contract, number of trees being harvested, and payment...

Indiana Land Use Summit — 23 June 2023

• 23 June 2023

Local government employees, plan commission members and conservation agencies are encouraged to join Purdue Extension and the Indiana State...

Experts seek to mitigate negative effects of dry weather on cattle feeding, outline solutions — 19 June 2023

• 19 June 2023

An impending drought caused by lower-than-average rainfall in the spring and summer seasons could result in inadequate forage yield for cattle in...

Purdue’s Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab a valuable tool in monitoring and treatment — 19 June 2023

• 19 June 2023

Betsy Bower, an agronomist with Ceres Solutions Cooperative based in Crawfordsville, Indiana, walks southwest Indiana fields from Rockville to...

Reasons for a Timber Harvest — 06 June 2023

• 06 June 2023

In April, Purdue Extension and the Putnam County Soil & Water Conservation District hosted a 4-session Forestry Management Workshop Series. The...

Ohio County June Newsletter — 02 June 2023

• 02 June 2023

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

Wetter summer predicted for Indiana — 31 May 2023

• 31 May 2023

Indiana has above average chances to exceed the normal precipitation amounts for June, July, and August according to the Climate Prediction Center...

The Corn Mesocotyl and Assessing Its Abnormal Growth — 25 May 2023

• 25 May 2023

Dr. Dan Quinn, Purdue Corn Agronomist, shared his experience with abnormal mesocotyl growth of corn seedlings in the most recent Pest & Crop...

2023 Pinney Purdue Crop Diagnostic Training — 24 May 2023

• 24 May 2023

The Pinney Purdue Diagnostic Training will provide a “hands-on” approach for teaching the art and science of accurately diagnosing crop...

2023 Blueberry Growers' Meeting — 24 May 2023

• 24 May 2023

Upcoming Blueberry Growers Meeting in Northern Indiana

Purdue Extension educators connect with international outreach in Costa Rica — 24 May 2023

• 24 May 2023

Ten Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources (ANR) educators visited Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC), a public university in Costa...

Insect Pests of Concern in Indiana — 19 May 2023

• 19 May 2023

Every few years we seem to be sounding the alarm for a new insect pest (typically an exotic, non-native pest) in Indiana. Although this is not an...

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...

Digging Through the Weeds on the Internet — 16 May 2023

• 16 May 2023

It isn’t uncommon for someone to call the Purdue Extension Office stating they saw something online, but wasn’t sure if it is true. For...

Monitor Weather and Potential Risk for Head Scab of Wheat — 12 May 2023

• 12 May 2023

As we approach flowering time in wheat, it will be the time to spray fungicides to protect wheat from Fusarium Head Blight (FHB), or scab.

May Newsletter — 12 May 2023

• 12 May 2023

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

Crisis Call Center Training - Are you prepared to assist farmers who call? — 08 May 2023

• 08 May 2023

Free 30 minute course for call center employees or those who may wonder how to manage a crisis call from a farmer.

Military veteran farmers invited to AgrAbility Regional Workshop — 04 May 2023

• 04 May 2023

Military veteran farmers, or those interested in starting a career in farming, are invited to join National AgrAbility for a Veterans in Farming...

Indiana Grazing Schools return: Producers, educators and input providers invited — 04 May 2023

• 04 May 2023

From the Indiana Forage Council and Purdue Extension, the Indiana Grazing School program returns this June. Livestock producers will have the...

Purdue Farmer-to-Farmer project helps cocoa farmers from North-Eastern regions of Trinidad-Lopinot, Brasso Seco and Aripo — 01 May 2023

• 01 May 2023

The Tri-Valley Cluster is a group of farmers, agro-processors, agricultural value-added agents, agro-tourism agents and rural community development...

Farm Women are Decision Makers - Annie's Project Workshops — 26 April 2023

• 26 April 2023

Upcoming Pond Clinic in Starke County — 26 April 2023

• 26 April 2023

Understanding the Basics of Fence Law — 25 April 2023

• 25 April 2023

You may not be aware of this, but most states have laws regarding fences. We have a fence law in Indiana and there have been court cases related to...

Ohio County Newsletter-April — 21 April 2023

• 21 April 2023

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

Building Climate Expertise in Extension — 17 April 2023

• 17 April 2023

Climate change has become a primary topic of discussion and research in the agricultural sector and among agricultural producers. Extension...

Henbit and Chickweed in Lawns — 12 April 2023

• 12 April 2023

Spring. It always smells clean, especially after a slow rain. Each year we are happy to start to see pops of color across the landscape of our...

Changes to Pesticide Applicator Regulations — 07 April 2023

• 07 April 2023

For today’s article, I’m relaying important information about changes to pesticide applicator regulations straight from a factsheet put...

Earth Day Soil Activities — 06 April 2023

• 06 April 2023

Celebrate Earth Day with these hands-on learning activities from Purdue Extension!

Indiana Conservation Partnership Employees Learn Tree and Shrub Identification for Sharing with Their Clients — 06 April 2023

• 06 April 2023

Purdue Extension is a member of the Indiana Conservation Partnership (ICP), and one responsibility is to provide science-based information and...

Call for Purdue Women in Agriculture award nominations — 06 April 2023

• 06 April 2023

The Purdue Women in Agriculture Team is accepting nominations for the 2023 Purdue Women in Agriculture awards, an annual recognition of women who...

Tactics to Consider for Tar Spot Management in Indiana for 2023 — 05 April 2023

• 05 April 2023

In Indiana, tar spot has been an annual concern since 2018 when growers experienced 20-60 bu/A loss. In 2021 favorable weather conditions led to...

A Glance at Forestry Management — 03 April 2023

• 03 April 2023

There are many benefits to having a healthy forest. Some of these benefits include being a habitat for wildlife, watershed protection, recreational...

Indiana families prepare the next generation for the future of their farm operations — 28 March 2023

• 28 March 2023

As Indiana farm families face the issue of transferring the farm to the next generation of operators, the need for information and resources has...

Gardeners Urged to Look for Invasive Jumping Worms — 24 March 2023

• 24 March 2023

A worm getting headlines – that’s something you don’t see every day. Nevertheless, we are on the lookout for a new invasive pest...

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...

National Ag Day and Whitley County Agriculture — 17 March 2023

• 17 March 2023

The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) will host National Agriculture Day on March 21, 2023. This will mark the 50th anniversary of National Ag...

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...

Pesticide Applicator Training Offered — 15 March 2023

• 15 March 2023

The Full Tilt — 13 March 2023

• 13 March 2023

It’s that time of year again! You meet yourself coming and going but still can’t seem to find where you laid that report down....

2023 Certified UAV Pilot Program — 13 March 2023

• 13 March 2023

Upcoming UAV training in Warsaw, IN

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.

Extension Partnership - Expanding the SBDC Advising Program — 07 March 2023

• 07 March 2023

An advisor from the Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Agribusiness Initiative can help. The service is one on one, confidential and...

Time on Your Hands — 06 March 2023

• 06 March 2023

Take a deep breath. You made it through another whirlwind Holiday season! As we come into the slower time of year, it’s a good opportunity to...

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...

Coping with Stress at Work — 01 March 2023

• 01 March 2023

Whether we face it or not, we’re all dealing with a good amount of stress at work. Stress is something that can take a job or career...

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...

Purdue Extension Helps Indiana State Parks Teach Families to Improve Water Quality to Protect Wildlife — 24 February 2023

• 24 February 2023

The Eastern Hellbender is a rapidly declining species throughout the eastern U.S. Government agencies and universities have spent considerable...

March Newsletter — 23 February 2023

• 23 February 2023

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

Recognizing and Managing Poison Hemlock — 17 February 2023

• 17 February 2023

Today I’m highlighting poison hemlock, an invasive weed.

Pruning Overgrown Apple Trees — 17 February 2023

• 17 February 2023

As you start to think of Spring time weather, you may begin looking around the yard making a to-do list to accomplish. One of those looming tasks...

Juntos 4-H plants seeds of inspiration for next generation — 13 February 2023

• 13 February 2023

Indiana winters often bring to mind cold, snow and overcast skies, but at Seymour High School, students and 4-H members are learning how they can...

Purdue Extension and Agricultural Centers Events are Valued Resources for Indiana Farmers — 13 February 2023

• 13 February 2023

There are 56,800 farming operations in Indiana. Some 97% of Indiana’s farms are family-owned. Of Indiana’s roughly 23.3 million acres...

Ready to Launch: Taking Small Steps to Prepare for Tomorrow's Giant Leaps — 13 February 2023

• 13 February 2023

In collaboration with Arizona State University, University of Illinois, and University of Florida, Indiana 4-H received a grant from the...

Position Opening - Part-time Secretary — 12 February 2023

• 12 February 2023

The Purdue Extension – Carroll County Office is seeking a part-time Secretary for 2 - 3 days / week.

Managing Garlic Mustard — 10 February 2023

• 10 February 2023

I’m highlighting a pervasive invasive herbaceous plant found in natural areas and in some landscapes in Indiana: garlic mustard.

Indiana AgrAbility farmer to speak at 2023 AgrAbility National Training Workshop — 10 February 2023

• 10 February 2023

The National AgrAbility Project, housed at Purdue University’s Breaking New Ground Resource Center, invites farmers, ranchers and agriculture...

Purdue Extension studies Indiana commercial solar and wind county ordinances — 10 February 2023

• 10 February 2023

Purdue Extension’s Land Use Team, in collaboration with the Indiana Office of Energy Development, recently published two renewable energy...

Johnson honored for weed science research, outreach and teaching — 03 February 2023

• 03 February 2023

Bill Johnson, professor of weed science in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology, impacts a wide audience through his work. Effective...

Invasive Species: Autumn Olive — 03 February 2023

• 03 February 2023

One problematic forest invader is the autumn olive, Elaeagnus umbellata.

Registration opens for the Ag Women Engage Conference — 30 January 2023

• 30 January 2023

The 2023 Ag Women Engage Conference (formerly known as the Midwest Women in Agriculture Conference) begins on Feb. 22 at the new Terre Haute...

The Joys of Identifying Birds — 30 January 2023

• 30 January 2023

One pastime that many individuals enjoy during the winter months is bird watching. Birds are magnificent creatures that have unique personalities....

Horticulture Series is Coming Up! — 27 January 2023

• 27 January 2023

Horticulture Series is Coming Up!

February Newsletter — 26 January 2023

• 26 January 2023

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

First Responder Training- Anhydrous Ammonia — 25 January 2023

• 25 January 2023

First Responder Training- Anhydrous Ammonia

Considerations in Raising Small Backyard Flocks of Poultry — 25 January 2023

• 25 January 2023

With the rising price of eggs in the store as a result of the Avian Influenza that affected many laying houses last spring and summer, some people...

Purdue on the Farm — 20 January 2023

• 20 January 2023

Purdue Extension’s Purdue On The Farm program, connects Purdue Extension with its clients and partners through four activities —...

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...

NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available — 13 January 2023

• 13 January 2023

NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available

Highlights of Recent Agricultural Production — 13 January 2023

• 13 January 2023

Where did Whitley County rank recently in corn production among all other Indiana counties? What was a recent state-wide yield for soybeans? These...

Access to Animal Medications: Plan Ahead for Changes Coming this Summer — 13 January 2023

• 13 January 2023

Changes are coming to the way certain antibiotics will be available to animal owners by June 11, 2023.

Indiana sheep shearing school open for registration — 05 January 2023

• 05 January 2023

The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program is sponsoring a shearing school, hosted by the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA), on Saturday,...

Program to Help Farm Managers and Small Business Owners Become an ‘Employer of Choice’ — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

In addition to the daily responsibilities of keeping an agricultural operation or small business running, managers also have to become human...

2023 Indiana Hort Conference — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

2023 Indiana Hort Conference

2023 Women in Agriculture Ag Women Engage Conference — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

2023 Women in Agriculture Ag Women Engage Conference

2023 Plant Quest — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

2023 Plant Quest

Indiana Poultry Health Advisory Meeting — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

Indiana Poultry Health Advisory Meeting

Marshall County PARP Meetings — 04 January 2023

• 04 January 2023

Marshall County Indiana PARP Meetings

2023 January ANR Newsletter — 03 January 2023

• 03 January 2023

ANR Educator Adam Shanks shared the latest on Clinton County Ag news

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.

2023 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County — 01 January 2023

• 01 January 2023

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Succession Planning Workshop Planned — 26 December 2022

• 26 December 2022

To successfully guide a farm operation from generation to generation, farm owners and families need to have a plan for where they are going and...

Recycle Your Christmas Tree — 23 December 2022

• 23 December 2022

What can you do with that real Christmas Tree after the holidays? Try one of several recycling options.

Indiana PREPared Winter Weather Education — 21 December 2022

• 21 December 2022

With the possible winter storm and bitter cold temperatures arriving later this week, the Indiana PREPared staff has compiled a variety of...

John Baugh announced as 2022 Hovde Award recipient — 21 December 2022

• 21 December 2022

The 2022 Frederick L. Hovde Award of Excellence in Educational Service was presented to John Baugh, the director of agricultural services and...

Quarterly Newsletter - December 2022 — 20 December 2022

• 20 December 2022

The Power of Negotiation and Communication: Land Leasing Strategies for Midwestern Ag Women — 18 December 2022

• 18 December 2022

A 4-part workshop for landowners and tenants. Build your land management and leasing knowledge while networking with other women in agriculture at...

DIY Lawncare Program — 14 December 2022

• 14 December 2022

2022 December PARP Workshop — 14 December 2022

• 14 December 2022

Our ANR Educator Adam Shanks held a winter PARP recertification workshop for area applicators. This workshop was in partnership with Indiana Corn...

Top Farmer Conference focuses on positioning strategies in 2023 — 14 December 2022

• 14 December 2022

Farmers can stimulate their thinking about agriculture’s future and how to position their farm to be successful in the years ahead at Purdue...

Workshop to guide farm families through generational transitions — 07 December 2022

• 07 December 2022

To successfully guide a farm operation from generation to generation, farm owners and families need to have a plan for where they are going and...

Farming Together — 05 December 2022

• 05 December 2022

Farm Stress Team Review from National FFA Convention — 02 December 2022

• 02 December 2022

The Farm Stress Team had a great visit with the FFA members who participated in the National FFA convention in October. Check out this article that...

The House Mouse — 02 December 2022

• 02 December 2022

The most common rodent pest in structures is the house mouse, Mus musculus. House mice exist in all 50 states of the U.S. When seen, some people...

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.

Wabash Valley Landscape and Lawncare — 01 December 2022

• 01 December 2022

Beginning Farmer - How to Plan, Support and Grow your Farm — 29 November 2022

• 29 November 2022

Are you a beginning farmer, but eager to enhance and improve your management practices? Are you interested in starting a farm, but unsure of how to...

Selecting a Fresh Christmas Tree — 28 November 2022

• 28 November 2022

Setting up an artificial tree for Christmas is nice and may give you the perfect tree shape, but nothing can replace the memories made with family...

Heart Of America Grazing Conference to Offer Insights into Advanced Grazing Research — 23 November 2022

• 23 November 2022

The Heart of America Grazing Conference will take place from February 20th to 21st, 2023, at the Ferdinand Community Center in Ferdinand, IN....

Digging Deeper Into Land Leases — 22 November 2022

• 22 November 2022

Just over 60% of U.S. land in farms are owner-operated, according to the 2017 Census of Agriculture. The national share of farmland that is...

Master Gardeners' Year End Review — 21 November 2022

• 21 November 2022

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...

Purdue Specialist Announces 2023 Crop Management Workshops — 18 November 2022

• 18 November 2022

In the pre-COVID years, crop producers throughout Indiana may remember Purdue’s Crop Management Workshops held at various locations...

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...

Cooking Under Pressure — 17 November 2022

• 17 November 2022

Cash Rent Lunch and Learn Event — 09 November 2022

• 09 November 2022

Area 10 Beef Meeting — 09 November 2022

• 09 November 2022

Digging Deeper Into Land Leases — 09 November 2022

• 09 November 2022

Conference to offer insights into advanced grazing research — 08 November 2022

• 08 November 2022

The Heart of America Grazing Conference will take place Feb. 20-21 at the Ferdinand Community Center in Ferdinand. Hosted by the Indiana Forage...

Be Vigilant – It’s Prime Time for Deer-Vehicle Collisions — 04 November 2022

• 04 November 2022

Many readers have either had a deer-vehicle collision or known someone who has. While these accidents cannot all be prevented, experts offered some...

Private Applicator Program to Help Producers Identify Weeds — 03 November 2022

• 03 November 2022

Purdue Extension in Noble and Whitley Counties will offer a private applicator recertification program (PARP) to local producers Dec. 7, 2022. The...

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.

This Home Invader Stinks — 28 October 2022

• 28 October 2022

Most homeowners in northern Indiana are now quite familiar with the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), Halyomorpha halys. After enduring the great...

2022 Tri-state CSA Conference: Thinking Inside the Box coming soon — 27 October 2022

• 27 October 2022

Thinking Inside the Box, the 2022 Tri-state CSA Conference is the place to be November 12-13. Held at the Walb Student Union on the Fort Wayne...

Freeze Date Tool Offers Historical Reference to Growers — 21 October 2022

• 21 October 2022

The Midwestern Regional Climate Center, based at Purdue University, recently released a freeze date tool. It makes it easy to find historical...

REACH Scholarship Opportunity — 20 October 2022

• 20 October 2022

The REACH Program will provide five incoming freshmen pursuing animal sciences degrees with a focus on poultry with eight semesters of full tuition...

November-December Newton County Extension Newsletters — 20 October 2022

• 20 October 2022

Full ride scholarship allows Animal Science students to REACH for their dreams — 20 October 2022

• 20 October 2022

To meet the demand for animal science graduates within Indiana’s poultry industry, Purdue’s College of Agriculture has created a...

Literary Leaders Book Club — 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...

2022 Annual Extension Board Annual Meeting Features Bob Allison — 13 October 2022

• 13 October 2022

You're invited to the 2022 Marshall County Extension Board Annual Meeting!

Purdue Extension to Host Workshop for Next Generation of Farmland Seekers — 12 October 2022

• 12 October 2022

Ready to grow your farm operation, but unsure how to acquire more land? During the Farmland for the Next Generation program hear from industry...

Virtual Workshops Highlight Improvements to Whole-Farm Revenue Protection and Micro Farm — 10 October 2022

• 10 October 2022

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering virtual workshops – on Oct. 11, Oct. 13, Nov. 15, and Dec. 13 – for agricultural...

EEE Virus Threat for Horses and People — 10 October 2022

• 10 October 2022

Manure Webinars are Coming Up — 10 October 2022

• 10 October 2022

Uplifting farmer-driven research at Purdue — 07 October 2022

• 07 October 2022

As the land-grant university in Indiana, Purdue manages Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) grant money and trains agriculture...

Nurturing City Soils for Healthy Organic Vegetables Webinar Series — 06 October 2022

• 06 October 2022

Free webinars are coming up!

Farmland for the Next Generation Workshop — 06 October 2022

• 06 October 2022

Fall Pumpkins — 30 September 2022

• 30 September 2022

Whether you enjoy growing, eating, or carving pumpkins, they are some of the most popular vegetables grown and enjoyed by Indiana residents.

Safety is Important to Everyone — 23 September 2022

• 23 September 2022

Large farm equipment is beginning to travel local roads for fall harvest operations. As a driver, it is easy to get frustrated when you’re in...

Growing and Giving with PEMC Master Gardeners — 22 September 2022

• 22 September 2022

Land Lease Agreements — 22 September 2022

• 22 September 2022

Setting the rental amount is just one of the components of leasing farmland that can be stressful. You can avoid some of the stress by putting your...

Livestock producers invited to Purdue Fencing School — 21 September 2022

• 21 September 2022

The Purdue Fencing School will be held at the Southern Indiana Purdue Agriculture Center, 11371 East Purdue Farm Road, Dubois, Ind., on October 8,...

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

Clay County Ag & Natural Resources — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

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Plant Watering 101 — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

September & October 2022 Newsletter — 19 September 2022

• 19 September 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 September & October Newsletter.

Soil Tests Take Guesswork out of Fertilization — 09 September 2022

• 09 September 2022

Whether you are a farmer growing crops or a homeowner growing vegetables or a nice lawn, it's always a good idea to do regular soil testing to...

Clay County Health & Human Sciences — 07 September 2022

• 07 September 2022

Clay County Health & Human Sciences Information

Annual Land Rent Survey Saw Increases In 2022 — 01 September 2022

• 01 September 2022

Throughout the year, many individuals ask what the “going rate” is for farmland rental prices. That is a difficult question to answer....

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.

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.

Registration open for Purdue Digital Ag Showcase on Sept. 8 — 22 August 2022

• 22 August 2022

Join Purdue experts for the Digital Ag Showcase on Sept. 8 at the Beck Agricultural Center in West Lafayette.

New Invasive Insect Pest Found in Northern Indiana — 19 August 2022

• 19 August 2022

Last August, I wrote about an invasive insect pest new to Indiana that was found in far southeastern Indiana, implying that it may take some time...

DIY Lawncare Signature Program — 19 August 2022

• 19 August 2022

Do you want to know how to have a greener, healthier lawn? Join us for this series where you will receive information on essential turf basics...

Tar Spot and Southern Corn Rust Update in Indiana — 12 August 2022

• 12 August 2022

Tar spot continues to be found in Indiana and our first confirmation of southern corn rust happened this week. I suggest if you have not gotten out...

Indiana agriculture advocates honored for leadership, passion — 11 August 2022

• 11 August 2022

Indiana agriculture advocates honored for leadership, passion

Common Tomato Problems — 10 August 2022

• 10 August 2022

No one enjoys dutifully tending to their garden all growing season and ultimately ending up with a poor tomato crop. Sadly, tomatoes can fall...

2022 Hellbender Release — 08 August 2022

• 08 August 2022

On Tuesday, August 2nd, Nick Burgmeier, Research Biologist and Extension Wildlife Specialist of Purdue University, along with community members...

Blue Roadside Flower - Chicory — 05 August 2022

• 05 August 2022

As you travel Indiana’s backroads in July and August, you can observe what we might call one of nature’s rarities – a distinct...