What We Do

Agriculture and Natural Resource Extension (ANR) Educators serve as research based, unbiased information source for county and state constituents on a variety of topics including: crops, ag business, livestock, natural resource, horticulture, small farms, urban ag, pesticide use, and land conservation. In partnership with Purdue University subject matter experts, ANR Extension Educators can provide relevant and proven best management practices to address many client's situational needs.

Quick Links:

PARP Website
Michiana Master Gardeners Facebook

Having trouble with bugs, slugs, trees, gardens, or your lawn? Contact the Master Gardener Answer Line at 574-533-0554 or elkhart.mg@gmail.com . Our trained Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions April through September.

Sign up for our monthly ANR newsletter! Stay up-to-date on our upcoming events, services, and more! To join our mailing list, call the Extension Office at 574-533-0554 or email jennin30@purdue.edu 

Contact Us

Mark Evans
ANR Extension Educator -
Plant & Soil Science
mevans@purdue.edu

Kathryn Jennings
ANR Extension Educator -
Animal Production
jennin30@purdue.edu

Purdue Extension Elkhart County
17746 County Road 34 Ste E
Goshen, IN 46528
574-533-0554

   

Greenmark Equipment Customer & PARP Program

Join us for the Greenmark Equipment Customer & PARP Program on Tuesday, March 3rd at Greenmark Equipment in Three Rivers, Michigan! PARP fee will be $10 cash/check at the door.

View Greenmark PARP Program Information

Internal Parasite Management Program

Join us to learn about effectively managing internal parasites in sheep and goats during our program on Saturday, March 21st at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds!
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Livestock Emergency First Responder Training

First responders are invited to learn how to manage livestock incidents at our free training on Tuesday, April 7th at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen!
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Backyard Poultry

Join us for an engaging, beginner-friendly session that covers everything a new poultry owner needs to know on Monday, April 13th at Purdue Extension Elkhart County in Goshen.
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From Coop to Cutting Board Program

Join us for hands-on experience in breaking down a whole, store-bought chicken into individual cuts and evaluating egg quality and freshness on Thursday, April 16th at Purdue Extension Elkhart County in Goshen.
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Equine Field Day

Join us for a hands-on Equine Field Day for Standardbred/harness horse owners on Thursday, May 7th at Kountry Lane Standardbreds in Wakarusa!
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Small Fruit PARP Program

Join us for a Small Fruit PARP Program on Monday, May 11th at Blueberry Ranch in Mishawaka!
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Internal Parasite Management: Sheep & Goats Program

Join us to learn about internal parasite management in sheep and goats on Thursday, May 21st at Purdue Extension Elkhart County.
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Team Pages

Ag & Natural Resources Columns

Year-End Income Tax Deduction Options — 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...

Impact of Frozen Soil — 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...

Transitioning From Pasture to Hay — 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

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