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Agricultural production one of Indiana’s most hazardous occupations
Thursday, September 19th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue University’s Agricultural Safety and Health Program released the annual Indiana Farm Fatality Summary with Historical Overview, coinciding with National Farm Safety and Health Week, which has been observed the third week of September since 1944….
Read MoreWomen in Agriculture award recipients recognized for commitment to agriculture
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2019 • University News Story
Three Indiana women were honored for their dedication and contributions to the agriculture industry during Indiana Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch’s Celebration of Agriculture, held Aug. 15 at the Indiana State Fair. The recipients were selected by the Purdue …
Read MoreNew publication series to focus on pond and wildlife management
Thursday, August 22nd, 2019 • University News Story
There are more than 40,000 private ponds and lakes in Indiana, many of which are used for fishing and other recreations. Across the United States, people own more than 180 million acres specifically for the purpose of hunting and fishing. Landowners wi…
Read MorePurdue field day provides info on small-farm crops
Monday, August 19th, 2019 • University News Story
According to attendees and organizers alike, this year’s Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day, which consisted of lectures and on-farm demonstrations, provided excellent guidance for small-scale growers.
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How Purdue Extension is helping Hoosiers respond to emergencies
Tuesday, August 13th, 2019
By Emma Ea Ambrose Purdue Extension has a long history of serving rural communities across Indiana and Extension’s newest initiative exemplifies this tradition. On Aug. 12, Extension will launch the Purdue Rural Emergency Preparedness program (IN-PREP), a statewide program devoted to preparing rural Hoosier communities for emergencies and disaster relief. The initiative will focus on…
Read MorePurdue Extension launches new emergency preparedness resource for rural communities
Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension has launched the Purdue Rural Emergency Preparedness program (IN-PREP), a statewide program devoted to preparing rural communities for emergencies and disaster relief. The initiative will focus on several different facets of disaster r…
Read MoreCrop report panel says, ‘We’re in uncharted territory’ in terms of yield and revenue projections for Indiana’s cash crops
Monday, August 12th, 2019 • University News Story
‘This was not a normal year,’ said Greg Matli, Indiana state statistician for the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service, regarding the 2019 USDA crop report. ‘Nothing like 2019 has happened in our his…
Read More2019 Hovde Award nominees sought
Monday, August 12th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension is accepting nominations for the 2019 Frederick L. Hovde Award of Excellence, which is given annually to a member of Purdue University’s faculty or staff who has displayed outstanding educational service to rural Indiana.
Read MorePurdue panel responds to USDA’s August crop report and current agricultural economic climate
Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 • University News Story
Rain delayed planting followed by extreme heat and, of course, the ongoing issues surrounding Chinese tariffs will all be discussed at this year’s response to the USDA August Crop Report, held at the Indiana State Fair.
Read MorePurdue Extension to host Crops Field Day on Sept. 5
Monday, August 5th, 2019 • University News Story
Farmers have spent much of 2019 dealing with the challenges that come with an unprecedented wet spring, navigating fluctuating markets, learning about new production alternatives, and adapting to new technologies. These and other issues will be address…
Read MorePurdue Extension exhibitions at Indiana State Fair feature info on microorganisms, community development
Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension continues the tradition of sharing educational interactive exhibitions for all ages at the Indiana State Fair, Aug. 2-18.
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Six things you probably don’t know about kissing bugs
Monday, July 29th, 2019
By Emma Ea Ambrose The Center for Disease Control recently issued a memo regarding the presence of the Triatoma sanguisuga insect in 12 states, including Indiana. Triatoma sanguisuga is better known by its common name, the kissing bug. Kissing bugs, which are common in Central and South America, can carry Chagas, a parasitic disease. The…
Read MorePurdue Extension provides resources for potential hemp producers
Wednesday, July 24th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Crop Diagnostic Training and Research Center (DTC) and the Midwest Hemp Council co-hosted a sold-out hemp field day recently. A total of 200 attendees participated in the sessions ranging in topics from hemp licensing, agronomic practices and di…
Read MoreCooperative Extension, public outreach unite to increase funding for agricultural research and education
Monday, July 22nd, 2019 • University News Story
Research and education drive the U.S. economy and its agricultural sector. The ability to turn discoveries and innovations into practical applications has been the hallmark of extension and public outreach in every state and U.S. territory.
Read MoreHydroponic production technology to be featured at workshop
Wednesday, July 17th, 2019 • University News Story
Hydroponic agriculture is growing nationally at a rate of 3% to 4% per year. Current producers or those considering the use of hydroponics technology can get information on production and the latest technology at the fourth annual Greenhouse and Indoor…
Read MoreHemp field day to help producers learn best practices
Monday, July 15th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Crop Diagnostic Training and Research Center (DTC) and the Midwest Hemp Council are co-hosting a hemp field day on Friday (July 19) at Meigs Purdue Ag Center, 9101 S. 100 E., in Lafayette, Indiana. Marguerite Bolt, Purdue Extension’s first hemp …
Read MoreHemp field day to help producers learn best practices
Monday, July 15th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Crop Diagnostic Training and Research Center (DTC) and the Midwest Hemp Council are co-hosting a hemp field day on Friday (July 19) at Meigs Purdue Ag Center, 9101 S. 100 E., in Lafayette, Indiana. Marguerite Bolt, Purdue Extension’s first hemp …
Read MorePurdue Extension co-chairing the 2019 North American Manure Expo
Monday, July 15th, 2019 • University News Story
In cooperation with other universities and industry partners, Purdue Extension is co-chairing the North American Manure Expo on July 31-Aug. 1 in Fair Oaks, Indiana. The expo, held in Indiana for the first time, will include educational sessions, tours…
Read MorePurdue Extension Offers Series in Organic Field Crop Production
Wednesday, July 10th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension is hosting an organic agriculture program series focused on transitional strategy, crop rotation, nutrient management, weed management and markets targeted for organic, transitional and conventional farmers, agriculture professionals …
Read MoreIndiana Land Use Summit launches community planning resources
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, and the Indiana Land Resources Council (ILRC) have announced the publication of a document series designed to assist local governments on current and emerging land use issues.
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