Who We Are
Purdue CARET is a volunteer group of Indiana residents that believes in the power of research and education from the Purdue University College of Agriculture and the Purdue Extension mission to translate research into practical, effective, local programs for people across our state. Most of all, Purdue CARET is a mighty advocate. We promote Purdue Agriculture’s significance and strength to county officials, state legislators, members of Congress, and other decision-makers.
Purdue CARET is the Purdue University branch of the national CARET organization. The purpose of Purdue CARET is to provide a means for Indiana citizens to have input into program development, budgetary matters, and legislation.
Our Mission
Purdue CARET’s mission is to enhance national support and understanding of land-grant university systems’ food and agricultural research, extension, and teaching programs in order to achieve a better standard of living for all people.
Purdue CARET Calendar of Events
Area meetings are held in the Fall and Spring each year. Updates to the current schedules will be provided as new information is available.
Here is the current schedule of the Fall 2025 Purdue CARET Area Meetings.
Here is the current schedule of the Spring 2026 Purdue CARET Area Meetings.
Upcoming Events
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Assistive technologies are critical for the success of farmers with...
As the assistant manager at Growing Minds Farm Stop, Lilly Cox understands how much work running...
Purdue Extension’s Rooted and Resilient Homesteading Conference will return to Kendallville...
Cora Reinbolt, who has been an Extension educator in Bartholomew County for six years and has...
As tree leaves flourish into bright fall colors, home gardens are fading into collections of...
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