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Individuals recognized for outstanding service at Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo
Tuesday, March 24th, 2020 • University News Story
Each year, the Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) offers attendees expertise, networking opportunities and resources on all topics surrounding horticulture. Eight individuals were honored for their past contributions and long-standing comm…
Read MoreA guide for local producers to navigate the COVID-19 outbreak
Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 • University News Story
COVID-19’s arrival in Indiana has created unprecedented disruption to local production cycles that bring food, fiber, flowers and more to our restaurants, farmers markets and communities.
Read MoreDon’t fear eating your fruits and veggies as virus concerns grip nation
Friday, March 13th, 2020 • University News Story
Modern supermarkets with their many open displays of fruits and vegetables are truly a marvel and a reminder that our nation enjoys the safest and most abundant food supply in the world. However, in the face of the current nationwide COVID-19 outbreak,…
Read MoreUrban Agriculture certificate now offered online
Monday, March 2nd, 2020 • University News Story
The College of Agriculture’s Urban Agriculture team is launching the online Urban Agriculture Certificate in partnership with Purdue Online, to be offered 100% online. Registration is open, and the “Growing Guide for Healthy Crops” course begins March…
Read MoreAll wine enthusiasts invited to join Purdue Wine Grape Team on tour of Walla Walla, Washington
Thursday, February 27th, 2020 • University News Story
Participants of Tour de Walla Walla, April 19-24, will witness wine production from vine to bottle as they visit vineyards and wineries in southeast Washington.
Read MorePurdue Extension and agricultural economics professor emeritus dies
Monday, February 17th, 2020 • University News Story
D. Howard Doster, professor emeritus of agricultural economics at Purdue University, died on Feb. 13. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, and their four children: David Doster, Dan Doster, Susan Doster, and Anne Glaze-Doster, as well as their eight gr…
Read MoreSign up now for Beginning Farmer Workshop hosted by Purdue Extension
Thursday, February 13th, 2020 • University News Story
Purdue Extension’s Beginning Farmer Workshop seeks to address the realities and challenges of starting a farm. The multiple-session workshop will guide participants in defining goals for their farm business, create a practical plan to reach those goals…
Read MoreWorkshop to give the scoop on proper manure management
Wednesday, February 12th, 2020 • University News Story
The Manure Management Workshop will teach livestock producers and farmers how to get the most out of manures as fertilizers, as well as to understand state laws and regulations on manure. The workshop will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST Feb. 27 …
Read MorePurdue Extension resources for Hoosier fruit, vegetable growers
Friday, January 31st, 2020 • University News Story
Three updated resources from Purdue Extension will help Indiana fruit and vegetable growers stay on top of the latest crop management strategies and research.
Read MoreGear up for 2020 at the Indiana Small Farm Conference
Wednesday, January 29th, 2020 • University News Story
As you combat the cold, Indiana Small Farm Conference organizers want you to remember to “Think spring.”
Read MoreMidwest Women in Agriculture Conference to explore farm life issues
Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 • University News Story
Attendees at Purdue Extension’s 2020 Midwest Women in Agriculture Conference will explore a variety of personal, family and farm issues that affect their lives and businesses. The conference returns to Muncie at the Horizon Convention Center on Feb. 19…
Read MorePurdue Extension sets family farm succession planning workshops
Monday, January 13th, 2020 • University News Story
The Purdue Extension Succession Planning Team will offer the workshop “Farming Together: Enhancing your worth as a farm business partner” this winter. The two-night program will guide family farm operators on planning the transition of their business t…
Read MorePurdue Extension Organic Grain Farmer Meeting to return to West Lafayette on Feb. 19-20
Monday, January 6th, 2020 • University News Story
Purdue Extension’s 2020 Indiana Organic Grain Farmer Meeting returns to the Beck Agricultural Center on Feb. 19-20. Registration is now open for the state’s only conference on organic grain farming.
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Purdue Extension honors outstanding service at Annual Professional Development Conference
Thursday, December 19th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension specialists and educators from across Indiana gathered at the Purdue Memorial Union on Dec. 2-3 for the 2019 Professional Development Conference, an event that provides informative and collaborative opportunities, and a recognition cer…
Read MoreFree enrollment in Indiana AgVets Certification and Internship Program available to veterans
Wednesday, December 18th, 2019 • University News Story
Applications are now being accepted for the Indiana AgVets Certification and Internship Program. The agricultural career training opportunity is designed for U.S. military veterans and current National Guard or Reserve members in Indiana and the surrou…
Read MoreMcKee and Ballard receive Frederick L. Hovde Award of Excellence
Tuesday, December 17th, 2019 • University News Story
Renee K. McKee, assistant director and 4-H youth development program leader with Purdue Extension, and Roy Ballard, retired Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources educator in Hancock County, received the 2019 Frederick L. Hovde Award of Exc…
Read MorePurdue Extension to host Indiana Certified Crop Adviser Conference
Monday, December 16th, 2019 • University News Story
The Indiana Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) Conference will be held Tuesday and Wednesday (Dec. 17-18) at the Indianapolis Marriott East. The conference is co-hosted by Purdue’s Field Crop Extension Team and the Indiana (CCA) Board. The two-day program of…
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A new generation is addicted to nicotine warns Purdue nursing faculty
Thursday, December 12th, 2019
By Emma Ea Ambrose “It was actually my daughter who first brought vaping to my attention,” Deborah Spoerner, clinical assistant professor in the School of Nursing in the College of Health and Human Sciences, said. “She came back home for a visit from college and said it seemed like everyone was vaping.” This was several…
Read MorePurdue crop seminar to focus on hemp production
Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension’s Southwest Indiana Crop Seminar on Dec. 19 will focus on Indiana hemp production, including regulations, growth, harvest, and marketing.
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