ANR IN KNOX COUNTY
Programs typically offered in Knox County include hands-on, virtual, or classroom style classes for all ages. Topics include agriculture production, marketing, risk management, and economics. Agriculture technology specifically focused around using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones). Introductory and advanced gardening topics, including the Master Gardener program. Natural Resource topics include land use, wildlife, invasive/native species, and conservation. All programs can be tailored to meet the needs of the group, so feel free to call and we can discuss additional topics.
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WHAT IS AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES?
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.
OUR TEAM & CONTACT US
OUR TEAM
- Valerie Clingerman, ANR Extension Educator, clingerman@purdue.edu
- Kim King, Office Manager, king286@purdue.edu
- JoAnn Smith, Office Secretary Part-Time, smit3004@purdue.edu
CONTACT US
- Call us at 812-812-882-3509
- Or visit our office Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
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Find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/PurdueExtKnoxCoANRIf you want to get monthly updates about programs being offered locally, email Valerie to be added to her e-newsletter. (Your information will not be shared)
CALENDAR & IMPORTANT EVENT
*Nov. 5- Knox County Private (PARP), Commercial (CCH), and Certified Crop Adviser Program
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m at The Knox County Fairgrounds (11728 State Road 67
Bicknell, IN 47512).
Topics Soil Fertility; Soil Health; 2025 Regulatory Update
Questions contact: Valerie Clingerman, Phone: 812-882-3509, Email:clingerman@purdue.edu
*Dec. 11-Agriculture Outlook Breakfast, 8am-10am, at the Knights of Columbus Hall (401 Felt King Dr.
Vincennes, IN 47591)
Please RSVP by Dec. 4 by contacting Valerie Clingerman, Phone: 812-882-3509, Email:clingerman@purdue.edu
*Dec. 11- Knox County Private (PARP), Commercial (CCH), and Certified Crop Adviser Program
10:00am-noon at the Knights of Columbus Hall (401 Felt King Dr.
Vincennes, IN 47591)
Topics: Corn Diseases and Mycotoxins; Herbicide Injury and MOde of Action; 2025 Regulatory Update
Questions contact: Valerie Clingerman, Phone: 812-882-3509, Email:clingerman@purdue.edu
*Feb. 5-6- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle(Drone) Technology Program.
8:30am-4:00pm at the Southwest Purdue Agriculture Center (4669 N Purdue Rd. Vincennes, IN 47591)
Topics will cover FAA Part 107 remote pilot exam preparation as well as camera settings, flight plans, recordkeeping, image troubleshooting, emergency preparation and more. They will also get a hands-on opportunity to fly different drones (weather permitting). Registration is a two-step process: First call the Extension Office (812-882-3509) to reserve your spot, a link will then be shared for payment ($200) that is due by Jan. 28th.
CONTACT INFO
Name: Valerie Clingerman
Title: ANR Educator
Phone: 812-882-3509
Email:clingerman@purdue.edu
Programs are currently being planned, please check back at a later time or contact our office at 812-882-3509 or clingerman@purdue.edu if you have questions.
MASTER GARDENERS
The primary objective of the Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Knox / Daviess Co. is to train volunteers to assist Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in local communities. In preparation for this role, Purdue EMGs receive the horticulture training they will need to perform their duties during EMG County Coordinator (County Extension Educator) - approved projects. To become a Purdue Extension Master Gardener, you must 1.) Complete the application/screening process and be accepted, 2.) Pay a registration fee, 3.) Complete EMG Basic Training, 4.) Pass an open-book final exam with a score of 70% or higher, and 5.) Contribute at least 40 hours of volunteer service, approved by the local EMG County Coordinator, within two years. To maintain active status, Purdue Extension Master Gardeners must complete at least 12 volunteer and 6 continuing education hours every year, thereafter.
Interested in learning more about Master Gardeners and how to become a Master Gardener? See resources below.
- What is the Purdue Master Gardener Program? Visit: https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/the-purdue-master-gardener-program/
- Purdue Extension Master Gardener Policy Guide: Visit: https://extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/mg/mg-5-w.pdf
- Contact the Extension Office for additional questions: 812-882-3509 or clingerman@purdue.edu
CURRENT MASTER GARDENERS
- Guardians of the Garden Master Gardeners Facebook Page:
- https://facebook.com/ggmasterguardians/
- Citizen Science Volunteer Projects:
- https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/citizen-scientist-volunteer-projects/
- Education hours opportunities:
- https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/education-hours-opportunities/
- Report your hours here:
- https://www.purdue.edu/mg-volunteer/login.php
- Additional resources:
- https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/resources/
- Master Gardener Program Policy Guide
- https://extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/mg/mg-5-w.pdf
KNOX COUNTY WHEAT VARIETY TRIAL RESULTS
Thank you to the seed dealers, Area III Agricultural and Natural Resource Extension Educators, and the Southwest Purdue Agricultural Center for their support of this project.
county/knox/_docs/2022-wheat-trial-final-report2.pdf
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