2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Book
2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Exhibits Book is now available on the website or paper copies can be picked up at our office. Printed copies...
2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Exhibits Book is now available on the website or paper copies can be picked up at our office. Printed copies...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2025 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
May/June 2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...
Purdue Extension is hosting the MarketReady training from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET May 1 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. As Indiana’s local food producers...
In partnership with the Marshall County Extension Office, we’re launching an Interactive Forestry & Pollinator Trail
Interactive Forestry And Pollinator Trail grant approved!
The April/May 2025 edition of the Purdue Extension-Washington County Newsletter is now available.
Many exciting events and workshops with ANR, HHS, and 4-H, including... Pond Management, April in Paris, Arbor Day, Herbicide 101, Seedling...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2025 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
March-April Newton County Extension Newsletter
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.
Purdue Extension Knox County is presenting a ServSafe Food Manager training on July 22, 2025 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, EST. This will take place at...
Purdue Extension Knox County is seeking a part-time program support staff position.
Purdue University Extension - Lake County will be offering a ServSafe™ Training and Exam. ServSafe is a food and beverage safety training and...
January/February 2025 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
Purdue Extension Knox County 2025 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Extension highlights of the Homesteading Conference - 2024
In an age where health-conscious individuals are constantly seeking ways to optimize their well-being, the debate between supplements and whole...
Purdue Extension collaborates with the National Restaurant Association to offer ServSafe Manager food safety training and ServSafe Food Handler...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana - September 2024
Learn nutrition basics, how to prepare simple dishes, and sample easy homemade recipes.
November-December 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter
Check out upcoming Food Preservation Workshops!
Johnnie Mae Farm embodies the Purdue Extension mission of transforming lives and livelihoods as we partner with the community to provide education...
Purdue University Extension’s 2024 Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference will take place on November 1 and 2 in Kendallville, IN at...
This event helped to promote the Indiana Food Vision and gather important input.
October kicks off National Farm to School Month and National Apple Month. Purdue Extension, the Indiana Department of Education and Indiana Grown...
Purdue Extension of Allen County's 2024 Annual Summary.
Iron Chef is a program developed by Purdue Extension and the Allen County Public Library to encourage conscious healthy eating choices. After a...
The internet is a useful tool, but sometimes it’s hard to separate fact from fiction. Purdue Extension offers research-based information to...
The latest of what's happening at Purdue Extension Tipton County
Purdue Extension will be hosting a Hands-on Food Preservation Workshop on Monday and Tuesday, October 28-29, 2024 at the Trinity United Methodist...
Join Area XI Purdue Extension Educators as they present homestead skills for families.
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.
November/December 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...
November/December 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...
September/October 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition...
September-October 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter
Learn more about "Sugar Addiction"
A Growing Together grant was received to install a raised bed garden at the Washington Street Apartments in Rockport, IN. Weekly educational work...
Lunch and Learn officer at Life Enrichment Center
Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn the basics of pressure canning through education and hands-on workshop....
In this month's issue: 4-H Fair recap, upcoming events, and more
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.
Purdue Extension led a four-year research and Extension project (supported by SARE and extended one year due to the pandemic) on urban farming to...
Learn more about our new Horticulture/Urban Ag and Nutrition Education Program Advisor!
As wheat harvest in Indiana approaches completion, one might ask, “How is our wheat used?” It can be fed to livestock, and it is used...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
The middle of the summer brings the 4th of July and lots of family fun! It's the time we celebrate our great nation with fantastic fireworks,...
The Purdue University College of Agriculture’s Department of Agricultural Economics has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S....
Herbs and spices add fabulous flavor and color to food without adding salt, fat or sugar. Cooking with herbs and spices is also a great way to...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
If you are just now thinking about joining the trend in our communities to can food this summer, start by checking your equipment and supplies....
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates
Dial gauge pressure canners should be tested annually to ensure safe food.
Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
In August 2022, three southwestern Indiana farms were contacted by the FDA and CDC and informed that cantaloupe grown on their farms were...
Research shows that cultivating plants is beneficial for us. Gardening has been associated with improvements in attitudes toward health and...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.
The April-June 2024 edition of The Extension Line is available now.
Refrigerators and freezers are two of the most important pieces of equipment in the kitchen for keeping food safe. We are instantly reminded of...
The American Diabetes Association estimates that at least 1.7 million Hoosiers are living with prediabetes. To help with prevention and awareness,...
Purdue Extension offers a variety of effective, engaging programs based on community needs to increase knowledge and improve behaviors related to...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
March/April 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...
May/June 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...
May/June 2024 Edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County Newsletter including the 4-H, ANR, HHS, Community Wellness, and Nutrition Education...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.
Canned foods are convenient, portable, quick, and have a long shelf life. They also help provide needed nutrients to meet USDA Dietary Guidelines....
Purdue Extension, in collaboration with the University of West Indies at St. Augustine, is implementing the USAID John Ogonowski and Doug Bereuter...
Develop a winning Big Bowl "food game plan" by thinking like a football player on the playing field. Only, instead of the opposing team,...
The 510 citizens of Laurel, Indiana have no grocery store and rely on two in-town gas stations for their food unless they have the transportation...
Purdue Extension will be hosting a Canning and Pickling Workshop on March 8, 2024 at the Friedman Park Event Center, Newburgh, IN.
Purdue Extension will be hosting a Pressure Canning Basics Program on July 8, 2024 at the Toyota Events Center at the Gibson County Fair.
What's better on a cold winter day than a warm bowl of soup? Soup can be nutritious, easy to prepare, and inexpensive. It can be great hot or...
Want to learn more about dehydrating foods, or air frying foods? Check out these programs!
Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture,4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
It’s almost the New Year, are you planning to make a New Year’s resolution? Millions of Americans make resolutions every January hoping...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture,4-H,and Youth Development monthly updates
Indiana is receiving close to $870 million for broadband – how much your county gets is up to you
Here are a few budget friendly tips to help save money on holiday meals:
Tips for managing diabetes during the holiday season. You can stay on track!
Mastering Home Food Preservation 4-day workshop. This will take place on June 11-14, 2024 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET at the VU Shircliff Humanities...
A Thanksgiving gathering with family is something to enjoy and treasure. But if you have diabetes, these events can pose special challenges. How...
Purdue Extension-Knox County is offering a ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Examination on June 7, 2024. This will take place at the VU...
Purdue Extension Knox County is presenting a ServSafe Food Handler training on March 12, 2024 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, EST. This will take place...
With the holiday season ramping up, we begin the intense cooking process to create lavish meals for our loved ones. This takes patience, time, and...
Tips to have a healthy Thanksgiving and Holiday Season.
November/December 2023 edition of the Purdue Extension - Perry County bimonthly newsletter featuring all program areas.
The fourth edition of the Forage Field Guide from Purdue University Extension is now available for purchase on the Extension Education Store...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Calcium is an essential mineral found in great abundance in the body. 99% of all the calcium in the body is found in the bones and teeth. The...
Put away your candy and break out the canned goods! For the 10th year in a row, Lawrence County 4-H Junior Leaders will be Trick or Treating in an...
Feeling the pressure of busy schedules yet? Give your mealtime motivation a boost by trying the following tips from the Academy of Nutrition and...
Mastering Home Food Preservation 4-day workshop. This will take place on October 31 thru November 3, 2023 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET at the...
Rice is the most popular grain globally, supplying energy, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Over half of the...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates
Molly Hoag traveled to Trinidad and Tobago with the Farmer-to-Farmer program to instruct farmers on safe food handling, including preserving food...
Learn about food preservation!
Meet us in the garden to learn from and ask questions to those associated with Purdue Extension, Soil & Water Conservation, Master Gardeners,...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020) recommend increasing fruits and vegetables in the U.S. diet. In summertime, you can find fresh fruits...
Do you have type 2 diabetes? Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well reducing your health risks? If so, Purdue...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Have you heard of The MIND diet? This eating pattern is designed to prevent dementia and loss of brain function as you age. "MIND" stands...
Join us for a 6 week healthy lifestyle program. Learn nutrition basics, how to prepare simple dishes, opportunities for physical activity and much...
It’s estimated that one in every three bites of food we eat is due to cross-pollination by pollinators. I think it’s fair to say that...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
Vegetables can add a significant amount of nutrients and vitamins to our diet. Incorporating vegetables in every meal can be a great way to assure...
Are you currently operating as a home-based vendor, working in food service, or volunteering around food? Indiana passed a new law (HB 1149) which...
Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn the basics of pressure canning through education and hands-on workshop....
Join us at the Southwest Purdue Agriculture Center for the 2023 SWPAC Field Day. June 28, 2023 Registration at 8:30ET, program 9:00-1:00 ET (lunch...
As the weather gets warmer, we find ourselves getting outside more whether it’s to exercise, cook, or just relax. A popular summertime...
Fruit and vegetable growers are invited to join Purdue Extension for a day of educational sessions and networking at the annual Purdue...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
When it comes to food safety, you may feel like certain things are no brainers, but there are many things you may not know about keeping yourself...
Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at the Johnson County...
This is the time of the year we begin to see blueberries pop up at our favorite local markets. During the summer, there is nothing quite like a big...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture and Youth Development monthly updates.
Have you watched the news lately talking negatively about processed foods blaming them for the rise in obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes?...
Recently I learned that many people don’t know much about MyPlate and where it originated. Many of us know the food pyramid which was...
Purdue Extension's Dining with Diabetes programs offer practical approaches to eating well for those with type 2 diabetes, their caregivers...
Purdue Extension Knox County is presenting a ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Examination on June 2, 2023 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. This...
Learn to Preserve food in 2023
Eggs can be beneficial for our diet in many different ways. They are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals and are high in protein along with...
Making healthier choices can be difficult, overwhelming, or even frustrating. However, it doesn’t have to be. If we find something we like...
Sam Gettinger, owner of Gettinger Family Custom Meats in New Palestine and Rushville,says the stress of working in the meat packing industry...
Diabetes is a very serious and costly health condition, but research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood glucose levels, exercise...
Ranked as first in the nation for commercial duck production, second in production of layer and table eggs and third for turkeys raised, Indiana is...
ServSafe educates food service workers about food safety. ServSafe Food Protection Manager is the highest ServSafe certification. It satisfies...
This week we delve into the formation of USDA’s Cooperative Extension System, and how that relates to Purdue Extension.
Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
ServSafe Food Handler Class in Marshall County
Sleep on It and How Sweet it Is are two upcoming educational classes
To more fully understand what Purdue Extension is, we must go back to the birth of land-grant institutions, which led to the establishment of...
People rarely talk about the foods they toss out, yet the topic of food waste is getting a lot more attention these days.
Specialty crop growers face difficulties with insects, diseases, and weeds. They may have unique growing scenarios with greenhouses, fields, and...
With the plethora of information available, how does a person sort out reliable information from misinformation? I would submit that research-based...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences ,Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and with February being American Heart Month, learning what foods to avoid seems...
Purdue Extension Jackson County health and human sciences educator, and representatives from numerous organizations at Healthy Jackson County...
There are hungry kids in our community, and nearly every kid is capable of making a PB&J, so let’s help kids help themselves. Drop off...
Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates
ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Exam offered to teach food service workers about food safety.
ServSafe Food Protection Manager is their highest certification. The full 1-day training includes a manual and proctored exam. Lawrence County will...
Registration is now open for the 2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference, the premier annual event for the state’s farming community. The 11th...
As the leading cause of death for all Americans, heart disease claims 600,000 lives annually. Many in our community know someone that has been...
Struggling to make meals with what you have on hand? Are you wanting to make a favorite recipe, but missing some of the ingredients? Are you tired...
ServSafe Manger Exam Opportunity in Marshall County Indiana
Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
The spring 2023 Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) basic training program will begin Feb. 7 as a weekly series of live virtual webinars.
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
The annual Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) returns to West Lafayette on Jan. 23 and 24. Beginners and experienced small and large...
This brief introduction to grant writing will review the proposal process and basic elements of a grant required for a successful proposal. This...
Learn Boiling Water Bath Canning at this hands on jam and jelly workshop!
Sometimes it may be easier to prepare your turkey the day before you plan to serve it. Here is how to do it safely.
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Rethinking Lactose Intolerance: A Guide for Including Dairy Foods in the Diet Tips for Tolerating Lactose: Everyone can digest some lactose. For...
Dial gauge pressure canners should be tested annually to ensure safe food.
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
Have you struggled with holiday finances in the past, and are worried about this year? Irma wants to help! Curb Your Urge to Splurge is a great...
This is the first part of making a plan with Irma. We will cover a Holiday Expenses list and a Holiday Spending Plan agenda to start successfully...
Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension educators offer programs and information on agricultural production and financial management for...
On October 20th at the Miami County 4-H Starting at 9:30 am will be a session on making your own spice blends and more!
Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 September & October Newsletter.
Whether it's off to school or work, millions of Americans carry "bag" lunches. Food brought from home can be kept safe if it is...
Clay County Health & Human Sciences Information
The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...
Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...
Ohio County Extension home and human sciences, 4-H,agriculture, and youth development newsletter.
LEARN ABOUT FINANCIAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND HEALTH TOPICS: INCLUDING YOUR MONEY YOUR GOALS, INTRODUCTION TO HOME PRESERVATION, EMPOWER ME TO BE...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
The invention of the freezer is incredibly helpful when it comes to protecting foods and preserving them for long periods of time. It’s...
Explore new recipes, healthy habits, and more at Just One Bite with the Purdue Extension Nutrition program!
Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 July & August Newsletter.
The Eat, Drink, and Be Dairy Spark Club met August 3rd and learned how to identify cheeses by looks, smell, and taste. We tried twenty different...
From farmer’s markets to roadside stands to local farms and other venues, local residents will have many opportunities available to them to...
For more information & to apply visit: https://careers.purdue.edu/job-invite/20713/
Check out this delicious chicken salad recipe to keep cool in the kitchen!
With so many fresh vegetables coming from our gardens this summer, it’s time to think of how to preserve their freshness and flavor for the...
It is tremendously important for individuals of all ages to maintain a nutritious diet. Make sure to consume all five food groups including dairy,...
Connect with other small farmers at the Small Farm Education Field Day on July 29 presented by the Purdue Student Farm and the the Purdue...
Do you have type 2 diabetes? Living well with diabetes is a challenge. Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Purdue Extension - Porter County provides information about shrinkflation, a form of inflation that has been affecting the American economy for...
The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...
Some recent changes impact requirements for home-based vendors. This article will help you understand who qualifies as a home-based vendor, which...
Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...
Look for ways to save on your food budget? Shop once, eat twice: In this addition, enjoy delicious fish and pineapple recipes.
Canning is easy right? Maybe think again. Canning our produce is hard work, but definitely worth it. Home growers and preservers should be...
Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at Purdue University.
If you sell food to an end consumer in the state of Indiana, you are either established as a Retail Food Establishment or a Home-Based Vendor. Most...
The Knox County "Add a Row" Produce Donation Program aims to connect local produce farmers and home vegetable gardeners to local...
Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 May and June Newsletter.
Herbs and spices add fabulous flavor and color to food without adding salt, fat or sugar. Cooking with herbs and spices is also a great way to...
Our April Similar Ingredients, Multiple Meal ideas features chicken and asparagus recipes.
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Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Check out the 2022 Home and Family Arts Open Class Book
ServSafe Food Protection Manager is the highest ServSafe certification. It satisfies Indiana requirements to become a Certified Food Protection...
Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Open Class Booklet, featuring updates on all open class projects.
Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 March and April Newsletter.
The Mindful Living Newsletter is free and provided by your Purdue Extension Health and Human Sciences Educator. Our goal is to provide...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
2022 National Nutrition Month resources on Jennings County Purdue Extension page.
FDA warns consumers not to use certain powdered infant formula produced in Abbott Nutrition's Facility in Sturgis, Michigan.
One in nine Americans struggle to have access to enough food, also known as food insecurity. Putnam County has a 12.9% projected insecurity rate...
Avian influenza does not present a food safety risk; poultry and eggs are safe to eat when handled and cooked properly. No human cases of avian...
Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural Economics is measuring access to local food in Anderson, Indiana through a collaboration with...
Our CWC, Becky Marvel, has been working collaboratively with the Franklin County Purdue Extension Office as well as the Franklin Co. Library to...
Develop a winning Big Bowl "food game plan" by thinking like a football player on the playing field. Only, instead of the opposing team,...
See how Dr. David Wallace-Hare used knowledge from his Purdue Urban Ag courses to further his research in urban beekeeping. Purdue’s online...
Did you know eating the correct serving size goes hand in hand with losing weight? Check out this article for some helpful tips on serving sizes.
Americans' busy lifestyles often show up in their cooking and eating habits. More than 54% of food dollars are spent on food away from home,...
A local resident recently asked me how they could find out about Purdue Extension resources and programs, which prompted me to offer some outreach...
Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
Purdue Extension Knox County 2021 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.
In an effort to coordinate several initiatives of Purdue Extension to serve smaller and more diversified farms and farmers, we have now...
Steuben County 4-H Camp Counselor Applications can be found here.
Food Service manager course to be certified ServSafe Food Protection Manager is their highest certification
With the onset of cold weather, soups are a quick and easy idea for lunch and dinner,
Try out these tasty holiday treats with your family. Our "Kids in the Kitchen" videos are a great way to create family traditions.
Tips for managing diabetes during the holiday season. You can stay on track!
Are you interested in recipes to use turkey left-overs? If so, check out the November Similar Ingredients Multiple Meals handout.
Purdue Extension offers Dining with Diabetes Do you have type 2 diabetes? Would you like to learn more about your disease and how to live well...
Dive into what your Fayette County NEPs are up to! Contact our NEP's for more information on FREE nutritional programming.
All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...
Refrigerators and freezers are two of the most important pieces of equipment in the kitchen for keeping food safe. We are instantly reminded of...
All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...
Marshall County community members are invited to join this event! RSVP to 574-935-8545 by November 5th.
November 2021 edition of Connect Inspire Grow with HHS Educators in Area 11 presented by Abigail Creigh of Noble County. ...
Purdue Extension Ohio County 4-H, Health and Human Science, Youth Development news and updates.
Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...
The HATCH Program has brought over 13,000 dozen eggs and counting to Fayette and Union County! Click the link below to learn more!
Purdue Extension-Spencer County will hold its 2021 Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 4, at 6:00 PM at the Spencer County Youth and Community...
Join Sara and Amy for some new ways to enjoy your dill pickles! Believe it or not, Sara is PUMPED and Amy is just a little hesitant to try the odd...
Fayette County Purdue Extension was featured in the 2020 Extension Annual Report for the hard being done in our community to food resources and...
Can You Eat your Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin? It's fall and thoughts turn to pumpkins! Can that large pumpkin sitting on your front porch still be...
Even though we’ve had warm weather recently, we all know that sooner or later we’ll awaken to sights of the first fall frost....
Join Sara and Courtney Live @ Lunch! On the menu: Smokey Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
ServSafe Food Manager 1-Day Class & Exam offered to teach food service workers about food safety.
Join Purdue Extension Master Home Food Preservation instructors to learn how to preserve jams & jellies safely and prepare two different recipes.
FREE FOOD! FREE RECIPES! FREE GADGETS! FUN!
Have you visited an orchard lately? Local orchards may offer fun activities, gift shops, and of course – fresh apples and apple products. It...
Remember that old saying, "you are what you eat" which is the basis of good skin color and overall health. Our choice of food and...
FREE FOOD! FREE RECIPES! FREE GADGETS! FUN!
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR… EAT SMART, LIVE STRONG
Noble County Extension Showcase October 2021 Newsletter HHS, ANR and 4-H Newsletter
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Taking Care of Potted Plants in Fall What To Do with Garden Tomatoes with Courtney Schmidt, Sarah Badger, and Patty Cole
Read what Purdue Extension Knox County has been up to!
Come one come all to the Scare at the Fair Halloween party open to the public. October 17, 2021 at the Posey County Fairgrounds Livestock Arena...
The Health and Human Sciences department provides knowledge and programs in food, family, finance, and health.
The Health and Human Sciences department provides knowledge and programs in food, family, finance, and health.
Our Mission: strengthen the capacity of local leaders, residents, businesses, and organizations to build resilient, inclusive and sustainable...
Health & Human Sciences Connections is the quarterly newsletter for Purdue Extension Harrison County's Health and Human Sciences...
Health & Human Sciences Connections is the quarterly newsletter for Purdue Extension Harrison County's Health and Human Sciences...
Upcoming ServSafe Manager Certification training and examination will be hosted on October 4, 2021 at the Daviess County 4-H Fairgrounds in...
Join us for the annual meeting of the Steuben County Purdue Extension Annual Meeting on Monday, October 4th at 5:30 pm at the Zollner Hospitality...
Lead by example: As a parent or caregiver, you are your child’s most important role model – especially when it comes to making healthy...
Download various food safety and food preservation publications.
It's that time of year again! The Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training Course is open for registration. This 15 week course is $175...
The 2021 Knox and Warrick County Wheat Plot results can be viewed here.
Are you stuck in a meal-time rut? If you'd like easy recipes that utilize in-season produce sent right to your email inbox, join our Recipe...
For information on upcoming programs for 4-H, Health and Human Sciences, and Ag and Natural Resources visit our newsletters below.
Fresh vegetables are ready to harvest and pressure can. Is your pressure canner ready?
Purdue Extension's Home Food Preservation course open for registration
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Training & Exam
Extension’s Mastering Home Food Preservation team is hosting a home food preservation virtual learning series, “Preserve It Now …...
Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...
Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...
Home canning has grown in popularity, but the methods you may remember "Grandma" using may not be what we know to be the best practices...
Take time to learn the recommended research based methods and have hands on time to try them. Two classes will be offered by Purdue Extension with...
Purdue Extension in Perry County publishes a bimonthly print newsletter. PDF copies of that newsletter are available here. Electronic newsletters...
"Similar Ingredients, Multiple Meals" is a new handout that features meal ideas that use similar ingredients. Handout includes: featured...
Mission Statement The mission of the Indiana Extension Homemakers is to strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development,...
Everyday handling of packaged food and fresh produce
According to the USDA, food security is having enough to eat for a lifestyle that is healthy and active. Distribution is a major problem. According...
What does the inside of your eye say about your health? and You feet are foundational. Don't take them for granted! Learn about the answer to...
In 2018, a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation study on county health rankings reported that Fayette County ranked 92nd — the least healthy county...
When done correctly, home food preservation can produce a bounty of safe and delicious food. If done incorrectly, it can lead to severe illness....
In 2019, Purdue Extension brought together government agencies, local non-profits, and passionate community advocates to support projects that...
A wonderful and easy way to consume fruits and vegetables is a MyPlate Snack platter. Load up a large plate or tray with your favorite fruits,...
Giving gifts is a tradition for many holidays. Since ancient times, it seems that people the world over have celebrated holidays and festivals for...
The goal of the Boone County Food Pantry Coalition is to bring interested members of the community together to better serve the individuals and...
As many households come up with plans for celebrating the holidays this year, extra care should be given for in-person festivities.
Canning is back in vogue. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, canning and other forms of at-home food preservation were returning to kitchens around...
Happy Turkey Week! Did you know, according to the USDA 2019 Indiana Agricultural Statistics report, Indiana ranks 4th in turkey production with...
Thanksgiving is usually a time for families to gather and enjoy each other – not suffer from food poisoning! If you choose to get together as...
Purdue Extension, Perry County held their annual meeting on Thursday, November 12. HHS Educator Megan Jasperson shared a presentation on "What...
Purdue Extension-Perry County has addressed new needs in different ways as the pandemic changed the world in 2020. The Annual Report compiles major...
It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost over. We have survived one of the strangest years ever, and we made the best of a difficult year in...
As farmers wrap up this year’s harvest and auger in the last few bushels of grain into the bin, their attention will turn to managing that...
The Purdue Extension – White County office will be offering Dining with Diabetes sessions virtually beginning Tuesdays, November...
Have you been outside recently and experienced a painful bite, only to find a barely visible, tiny black bug on your skin? The culprit was most...
Welcome to the Randolph County 4-H Fairgrounds!
This is a preparedness initiative that provides opportunities for pork producers to prepare before a disease outbreak. Participation will better...
Leaves are changing, the air is cooler and Hoosiers are still looking for fun and safe things to do while we follow pandemic health and safety...
An eating plan that helps manage your weight includes a variety of healthy foods. Add an array of colors to your plate and think of it as eating...
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about lunchtime. For some of us, the kitchen table has become an unexpected office or leaning space for...
On October 1st, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting orders for their annual tree seedling sale. Tree seedlings...
In April 2020, Purdue University’s International Programs in Agriculture (IPIA) and Purdue Cooperative Extension announced the USAID John...
In a typical year, I would be using this space to promote our upcoming annual Ag Outlook Breakfast, a program designed to help farmers interpret...
Another seasonal resource I like to point people to is Purdue’s Consumer Horticulture website, which can be accessed here:...
Want a great start to next summer? Spend some time now returning warm weather gear to its best possible state before you store it away....
Food Safety Education in the Home Kitchen for Families with Young Children Study
If you have children in your home, you know how quickly, now that they are back in school, the evening can be consumed with getting everything done...
Conditions have been mostly favorable for crops throughout the growing season this year, however this also means that the setting is ripe for...
Newsletters are published bimonthly. Download the Purdue University Extension--Perry County Newsletters below.
August - September Extension Homemakers Newsletter
After being cooped up for months, it seems unfair to also go without a summer or fall vacation. However, many of the risks of COVID-19 can be...
If you get sunscreen on your clothes, floors or car seats, don’t worry! There are some easy ways to clean it off. Below are some pointers,...
Perry County 4-H Awards and Virtual Fair Results
Cooking from the Garden Facebook Live Series
Back-to-School Face Covering Guidance from Indiana Dept of Education
We are working hard to keep everyone updated and would like to invite you to check back here often. Our office is doing some Facebook Live...
When the call for help went out for people to help lift and carry 2600 boxes of food that weighed 25 pounds, the Jr. Leaders stepped up and helped....
In person 4-H meetings, programs, and activities are currently permitted once a safety plan has been approved. This requires some planning as the...
Liam Gogel displayed resiliency and responsibility as he met the challenges in 4-H this year. Success in 4-H means learning life skills and knowing...
This Fair is certainly one for the history books! Think of the stories that you will have to tell in the future when you remember 2020! This has...
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. While these are the colors in the rainbow, they also represent the different colored fruits...
Food Managers Certification -- Seventh Edition Book Presented by: The Clinton County Purdue Extension Office and the Clinton County Health...
Women's Health Week is May 10-16 The goal of National Women's Health Week is to empower women to make their health a priority. It...