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Jun 12
The latest weed science research is heading to the field on June 25 at the Throckmorton Purdue Agricultural Center. Hosted by @PurdueBPP, Weed Science Field Day will feature field tours, research updates and opportunities to connect with @PurdueAg specialists and industry professionals. extension.purdue.edu/news/20…
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Jun 11
Last week's @NatlAgrAbility workshop in Shipshewana connected participants with Amish and other Old Order community members through farm visits, discussions and shared experiences. The workshop focused on learning from the people and communities AgrAbility serves. Learn more: agrability.org/srap/in/
ALT Bill Field, NAP director, shared throughout the workshop from his extensive knowledge of and experience with the Amish and other Old Order communities. He provided both insight and counsel for working with this part of the agricultural population.
ALT Jeff Burbrink, Purdue Extension, gave an excellent presentation, sharing his knowledge of the Amish from many years of experience working in Elkhart and LaGrange Counties.
ALT Shipshewana AgrAbility Regional Workshop: photo of the Farmstead Inn Conference Center where the workshop was held.
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Jun 11
When disaster strikes, families often need support long after the initial response is over. #PurdueExtension is partnering with @PurdueHDFS to create resources that help Indiana families recover, rebuild and adjust to a new normal after tornadoes, floods, wildfires and other natural disasters. purdue.edu/hhs/news/2026/06/…
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Jun 10
June is National Pollinator Month. 🦋🐝Bees, butterflies and other pollinators help support many fruits, vegetables and flowers we enjoy every year. This @PurdueInsects guide highlights Indiana-native plants that can help support them right in your yard. extension.entm.purdue.edu/pu…
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Tar spot has been detected in Indiana for the first time this growing season. 🌽 #PurdueExtension field crop pathologist @DTelenko shares what growers should be watching for now, along with tips and tools to help track the disease throughout the season. indianafieldcroppathology.co…
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🚨 New week, new insights!
Issue 31 is live 🌽
This week's edition covers Indiana corn progress, the many colors of early-season corn, and practical field management insights for a challenging growing season.
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Severe weather can happen anytime. Are you prepared? 🌪️⛈️ Indiana PREPared has resources to help you stay safe before, during and after spring and summer storms. purdue.edu/engineering/ABE/I…
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New information is available for Indiana homestead vendors, small farm operators and others selling food directly to consumers. @PurdueFoodSci has posted the latest guidance from the @StateHealthIN. Learn more and check back for updates: ag.purdue.edu/department/foo…
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The @IndyStateFair brings together some of Indiana's best traditions, from livestock shows and @Indiana4h exhibits to activities and free popcorn in the Purdue Extension building. 🍀🍿 Relive some of the highlights from 2025 as we look ahead to opening day on August 7. purdueag.exposure.co/indiana…
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Expand your job search without expanding your commute. @PurdueCDExt’s Remote Work Certificate helps participants prepare for remote opportunities and today's digital workplace. Learn more: extension.purdue.edu/cdext/t…
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A healthy boxwood can go from green to losing its leaves in a matter of days when boxwood blight strikes. If you have boxwoods in your landscape, now is a good time to learn the signs and how to help prevent its spread. ag.purdue.edu/reportinvasive…
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Tick-related emergency room visits in the Midwest nearly doubled this spring compared to the same time last year. Cora Hill, Purdue Extension urban ag & horticulture educator, spoke with @wane15 about increasing tick activity across Indiana and why prevention matters this season. wane.com/top-stories/tick-ac…
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June is a busy month in the garden. From planting pumpkins and harvesting spring crops to keeping trees, shrubs and lawns healthy, @PurdueHortExt’s June Garden Calendar can help you stay on track all month long. 🌱purdue.edu/hla/sites/yardand…
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Indiana's cool, wet spring has created ideal conditions for anthracnose, a common fungal disease that affects trees like sycamore, maple and oak. 🌳 Learn how to identify the disease and what it could mean for your trees. extension.purdue.edu/news/co…
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Farm equipment is hitting Indiana roads as farmers wrap up planting and continue fieldwork. On the latest Your Health podcast from @hoosieragtoday, Laura Schwab-Reese,@PurduePubHealth professor, discusses common causes of crashes involving farm equipment and how to stay safe. hoosieragtoday.com/episode/y…
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🍓Behind every basket of locally grown strawberries is a season of learning and adaptation. Wenjing Guan, @PurdueHortLA Extension specialist, helps Indiana growers navigate everything from production practices to emerging plant diseases. extension.purdue.edu/news/20…
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Composting turns things like food scraps and leaves into a nutrient-rich addition for your lawn and garden. The process can help reduce household waste while improving soil health. Karen Mitchell, @PurdueHortExt specialist shares tips for getting started. ag.purdue.edu/news/2026/05/c…
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Jun 1
As we look ahead to fair season and state fair after that, keep the "Learn from a 4-H'er" opportunity in mind! On Saturdays and Sundays, 4-H'ers exhibiting a project at the Indiana state fair can speak about their project and share their passion for 4-H with the public.
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County fair season is getting underway across Indiana this month. @Indiana4h fairs in all 92 counties will fill fairgrounds with exhibits, livestock shows, fair food and traditions that generations have looked forward to each summer. Check out the 2026 fair dates: extension.purdue.edu/4-H/abo…
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Purdue researchers and Extension professionals with @HelpTheHellbend are helping protect the endangered eastern hellbender through conservation, education and public outreach efforts. That work was recently recognized at a @INDNRstateparks meeting. purdue.edu/fnr/extension/sav…
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