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We at the Fayette County Purdue Extension are here bringing you scientifically based research, local programming and educational resources. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth Development. Check back for more information about county programming as we work to update our new website!

Contact Us

Purdue Fayette County Extension
smmccurd@purdue.edu
401 N Central Ave
Connersville, IN 47331
(765) 825-8502

County offices

Fayette County Staff

Fayette County Department Links

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Upcoming Fayette County Extension Events

Extension Happenings

Extension Happenings

Park Plans
J. Long 2nd Street Memorial Park

The J. Long 2nd Street Memorial Park is a collaboration with Purdue University, Fayette County Purdue Extension, Discover Connersville, Fayette County Community Voices and Connersville Parks & Recreation has been in the works since 2017.

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Featured Story

Featured Story

A man, left, holds a smart phone while a woman, right, looks at the man’s phone and gestures to the screen
When digital education starts with connection

Tom Clements walked into Porter County Aging and Community Services looking for a tutor to help him with his phone and computer. The 81-year-old walked out with information about an upcoming Purdue Extension Digital Skills Lessons class only three...

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The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has put out a message for those who hunt!
"Hunters –
Help feed the hungry by donating harvested deer this season. After harvesting a deer, drop off your field dressed deer to a participating processor, who will distribute venison burger to Indiana food banks. The processing fees are funded through the Sportsmen’s Benevolence Fund. In 2020, more than 20,000 pounds of venison were donated.
Find a participating processor near you at sbf.IN.gov. "

Featured Stories

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Remove Dead Landscape Trees ASAP

Sometimes we lose trees in our landscapes. It may be due to a pest (insect or disease), a strong...

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BQA Training

Purdue Extension is hosting a Beef Quality Assurance training on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from...

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Angie Abbott and Cindy Hoye
Retired Indiana State Fair Commissioner inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame

Cindy Hoye’s connection with 4-H began while she was growing up in Indianapolis, not far...

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November-December Newsletter 2026

Purdue Extension Knox County 2026 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn...

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Fall Home Invaders

We have enjoyed a warm fall so far, but some insects and spiders will be trying to move into...

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How Indiana farmers — and you — can keep fresh produce safe to eat

Any fresh produce comes with some level of risk because it is purchased raw. When fresh produce...

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