Garden

2025 Johnson County Fair Open Class Book

• 05 May 2025

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...

A Homeowner’s Guide to Soil pH

• 02 May 2025

One key component of a laboratory soil test is soil pH. Do you know what soil pH means and why it is important?

Something is Making Holes in My Tree

• 25 April 2025

Occasionally, homeowners will notice small holes in the trunks of landscape trees. This may not mean impending death to the tree, but it’s...

Purdue Day of Giving- Partnering with Potawatomi Wildlife Park

• 14 April 2025

In partnership with the Marshall County Extension Office, we’re launching an Interactive Forestry & Pollinator Trail

Potawatomi Wildlife Park Receives Arrowhead Grant with Purdue Extension

• 14 April 2025

Interactive Forestry And Pollinator Trail grant approved!

Stormwater

• 11 April 2025

Over the last few weeks, we have seen a fair amount of precipitation. That precipitation has resulted in stormwater that has impacted our...

What is Arbor Day?

• 04 April 2025

Each year, I like to encourage people to consider planting a tree or shrub around Arbor Day (the last Friday of April – this year, April 25)....

Learn to Steward Healthy Landscapes

• 04 April 2025

Purdue Extension in Wabash and Whitley Counties are offering a 3-session course in May entitled, “Stewarding Healthy Landscapes, Controlling...

Understanding the Pollinating Services of Native Bees

• 28 March 2025

Acknowledging the benefits of the honey bee, I’d like to explore the benefits of native wild bees that you may not have been aware of.

Crabgrass Control

• 27 March 2025

Crabgrass is probably one of the most hated weeds around Indiana. It is a summer annual weed that germinates when soil temperatures are around 60...

Plan and Enjoy Your Garden

• 21 March 2025

Recent warmer weather has brought about the familiar spring itch for gardeners to get started gardening. Here are a few tips to help you plan your...

Extension Newsletter

• 18 March 2025

Many exciting events and workshops with ANR, HHS, and 4-H, including... Pond Management, April in Paris, Arbor Day, Herbicide 101, Seedling...

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana

• 13 March 2025

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana

Pawpaw – the Indiana Banana

• 28 February 2025

Have you heard of the pawpaw tree? It’s affectionately called the Indiana Banana.

Whitley County Newsletters

• 24 February 2025

The most recent issue of the Extension Connection is hot off the press!

Lecture Series at the Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show

• 19 February 2025

Join Purdue Extension and the Allen County Master Gardeners for a lecture series at the Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show from Feb. 27 through March...

Plants with Hearts

• 14 February 2025

I am sure by now everyone is sick of the dark, muted tones of winter and would love to see a splash of color around their house. One way to give...

Cold Weather Damage to Fruit and Vegetables

• 07 February 2025

As Mother Nature begins to taunt us with brief periods of warm weather in late winter, when should we start to worry about the various fruits...

Deicer’s Impact on Your Landscape

• 21 January 2025

We have already had our fair share of nasty winter weather in 2025. Hopefully, the nasty winter weather ends soon, but in the event, we continue...

Congratulations to the Putnam County Master Gardeners!

• 20 January 2025

Please join Purdue Extension in congratulating all the Purdue Extension Master Gardeners who received a new certification!

Think of Garden and Landscape to Beat the Winter Blues

• 10 January 2025

What does a gardener do in the dead of winter? Besides dreaming of spring with a little more horticultural enthusiasm than others, gardeners may...

Three New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners to Consider

• 03 January 2025

Last year I ventured into offering suggestions on New Year’s Resolutions for homeowners to consider. I’d like to offer three new goals...

January-February 2025 Newsletter

• 26 December 2024

January-February 2025 Newsletter

Homesteading Conference - Extension Highlights

• 20 December 2024

Extension highlights of the Homesteading Conference - 2024

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana

• 20 December 2024

Highlights from Extension of Northeast Indiana

Adding Winter Interest and Wildlife Benefits to Your Landscape

• 29 November 2024

As our deciduous landscapes transition to barren branches for winter, you may conclude that a few points of winter interest or wildlife benefit...

Indiana’s premier vegetable and fruit grower’s conference to be held in Hendricks County

• 19 November 2024

The annual Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) will take place Jan. 14-15 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. Current and...

Get Your Farm Off to a Great Start!

• 14 November 2024

Purdue Extension’s Beginning Farmer Program can help put you on a path to success.

Fall Garden Preparations for Next Spring

• 08 November 2024

If you’re not quite ready to store your gardening tools, fall is a great time to get your soil ready for next year’s planting, said...

Winterize Your Trees

• 01 November 2024

When we think of winterizing, we prepare things for winter weather. Have you considered winterizing your landscape trees (especially newly planted...

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana

• 29 October 2024

Extension Highlights of Northeast Indiana - September 2024

Fall Time Foliage

• 28 October 2024

Right now, it is amazing to look outside and see all the splashes of red, yellow, orange, and green that the trees are providing us with. This...

It’s Apple Time

• 18 October 2024

Have you visited an orchard lately?

Enjoy Trees and Evaluate Them

• 04 October 2024

As a significant landscape asset, have you taken time to stop and enjoy your trees?

Purdue Extension Offers Food Preservation Workshops

• 01 October 2024

Check out upcoming Food Preservation Workshops!

Johnnie Mae Farm: Nourishing the Community

• 27 September 2024

Johnnie Mae Farm embodies the Purdue Extension mission of transforming lives and livelihoods as we partner with the community to provide education...

An Insect that Resembles a Dinosaur

• 27 September 2024

A wheel bug is a bizarre-looking insect you'll see in landscapes and other areas late in the year.

Assess Lawn Weeds Now

• 20 September 2024

Maybe you have been telling yourself that you need to control the weeds in your lawn. That’s a worthy goal.

Purdue Extension – Who We Are, What We Do

• 13 September 2024

The internet is a useful tool, but sometimes it’s hard to separate fact from fiction. Purdue Extension offers research-based information to...

September 2024 Newsletter

• 12 September 2024

The latest of what's happening at Purdue Extension Tipton County

Seal the Meal Home Food Preservation Workshop

• 11 September 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Hands-on Food Preservation Workshop on Monday and Tuesday, October 28-29, 2024 at the Trinity United Methodist...

Rooted & Resilient: Homesteading Conference

• 06 September 2024

Join Area XI Purdue Extension Educators as they present homestead skills for families.

September and October Newsletter

• 03 September 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

A Rusty Orange Dust in Lawns

• 30 August 2024

I recently got my first question about a rusty orange dust in a person’s lawn. This is a fairly common question in the late summer and early...

September-October 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter

• 29 August 2024

September-October 2024 Newton County Extension Newsletter

Fruit Trees Require Care

• 23 August 2024

Many homeowners enjoy growing their own fruit, but they have also learned that they require a lot of care to approach the quality of products...

Success Stories: Food, Gardening and New Ag Technology

• 23 August 2024

A Growing Together grant was received to install a raised bed garden at the Washington Street Apartments in Rockport, IN. Weekly educational work...

Master Gardener Basic Training Scholarship

• 22 August 2024

If you are interested in taking the Master Gardener Basic Training course but the cost is a barrier, we are pleased to announce that we have one...

Tomatoes are a Garden Favorite

• 16 August 2024

Tomatoes are a favorite garden vegetable of many. It is fairly easy to grow in a garden, and smaller varieties can be grown in containers by those...

Food Preservation Lunch and Learn

• 14 August 2024

Lunch and Learn officer at Life Enrichment Center

Bagworms or Webworms – What’s the Difference?

• 02 August 2024

Bagworms or webworms – is there a difference? Are both bad?

Know Your Friends: Beneficial Insects

• 26 July 2024

Let’s look at a few beneficial insects.

Being Hopeful For a Bountiful Tomato Harvest

• 22 July 2024

If you are like me, you have been patiently waiting for that first juicy tomato from your garden. Then sadly, you go to harvest it and there is a...

What are White Grubs?

• 19 July 2024

One issue that homeowners occasionally have to deal with is white grubs chewing on grass roots. The result is a dead patch in the lawn that grows...

Fireflies: Lightning in a Bottle

• 12 July 2024

Lightningbugs, also known as fireflies, have fascinated young and old alike on warm summer days.

Building Sustainable Urban Farming Capacity and Connections

• 09 July 2024

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...

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Course Starting Soon!

• 08 July 2024

Purdue Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) receive training in horticulture to equip them to volunteer to assist Purdue Extension with home...

Prudently Pursue Poisonous Plants

• 28 June 2024

It is prudent to be aware of poisonous plants. They may exist on roadsides, rights-of-way, or other secluded areas, then find their way to...

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program Seeking New Crop of Volunteers

• 25 June 2024

Beginning in September, a Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training course will be offered in Noble and Whitley Counties.

Understanding Insect Metamorphosis

• 21 June 2024

By understanding insects better, we can also manage them more efficiently and economically.

Solving Plant Problems

• 16 June 2024

Too much rain, extended cold temperatures in late spring/summer, a sneaky insect pest, a plant disease; all of which can cause individuals...

You Shouldn’t Throw Yew Trimmings to Ewes

• 14 June 2024

The subject of yew trimmings and livestock is a serious matter and one that could be a matter of life and death for animals.

It is Important to Read and Follow Pesticide Labels

• 07 June 2024

It is important to read and follow pesticide labels to be legal and to avoid major goofs. Additionally, to some degree, your safety, your...

Leaves of Three, Let It Be

• 31 May 2024

Poison ivy, Rhus radicans or Toxicodendron radicans, is an undeniable plant menace in home landscapes. I’m allergic to its plant oils, as you...

Purdue Extension Master Gardeners Help Indiana Gardeners Grow

• 31 May 2024

Purdue Extension provided in-person and virtual basic training for gardening enthusiasts who desire to volunteer in consumer horticulture education...

Ten Ways to Kill a Tree (or Hasten its Demise)

• 24 May 2024

Today’s article concerns ten common mistakes people make when planting and caring for trees. These practices may kill a tree, stress it, or...

Ohio County- June Newsletter

• 22 May 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

What to do With Tree Surface Roots

• 17 May 2024

Tree roots growing at or slightly above the soil surface are called surface roots. Homeowners having trees with these surface roots are frustrated...

Plan Ahead for Home Canning this Summer

• 15 May 2024

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....

Nuisance Wildlife Management Workshop Will Help You With Problem Critters

• 15 May 2024

If you find yourself sometimes having to deal with moles and other problem critters, plan to attend Purdue Extension’s Nuisance Wildlife...

Ohio County May Newsletter

• 13 May 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates

Purdue Plant Doctor Website Equips Homeowners and Professionals to Manage Pests

• 03 May 2024

The recently launched Purdue Plant Doctor website at purdueplantdoctor.com navigates like a smartphone app and can help growers identify and manage...

Master Gardeners Offer Free Seeds

• 30 April 2024

It’s spring, and a gardener’s fancy turns to thoughts of plants and soil and sunshine and fertilizer and SEEDS! Seeds are the biggest...

Moles and Voles – What’s the Difference?

• 26 April 2024

As most people have begun mowing their lawns, they may have noticed the familiar mole runs or a curious above-ground network of runways.

Knox County Newsletter May/June

• 25 April 2024

Purdue Extension Knox County 2024 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Got Milk (Alternatives)? Program in May

• 22 April 2024

Arbor Day – Planting a Tree Correctly

• 19 April 2024

In anticipation of Arbor Day and those who wish to add a tree or trees to their home landscapes, I follow last week’s article about selecting...

Providing Information and Guidance During a Foodborne Illness Outbreak Investigation

• 17 April 2024

In August 2022, three southwestern Indiana farms were contacted by the FDA and CDC and informed that cantaloupe grown on their farms were...

Arbor Day – Choosing the Right Tree

• 12 April 2024

As we approach Arbor Day on April 26, many may be considering adding a tree, or maybe several trees, to their landscape. Important pre-steps to...

Citi-Sci: Gardening for Science!’ experiment focuses on gardening preferences and effects on mental health, seeks participants

• 11 April 2024

Gardeners at any level are invited to join Purdue University Extension, the University of Tennessee, Iowa State University and North Carolina State...

Gear up for Gardening

• 08 April 2024

Research shows that cultivating plants is beneficial for us. Gardening has been associated with improvements in attitudes toward health and...

Upcoming Food Preservation Workshops offered by Purdue Extension

• 01 April 2024

Ohio County April Newsletter

• 01 April 2024

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H and Youth Development monthly updates.

Early Lawn Activities to Consider

• 29 March 2024

Spring came a little early this year and work has begun in many home landscapes. Here are some early lawn activities to consider.

Marshall County Fair Open Class, Bake-a-Rama, Ice Cream Crank Off

• 26 March 2024

Join in the Fight Against Invasive Plants

• 25 March 2024

Do you know what an invasive species is? It is a plant or organism that is not native to our environment, and one that can cause (or is likely to...

Be Proactive – Consider FieldWatch Registries

• 22 March 2024

One situation that sometimes arises in springtime is pesticide drift. This is unfortunate for everyone involved. To be more proactive, consider...

Rehabilitation through cultivation—from incarceration to Master Gardeners

• 12 March 2024

When he thinks of his childhood, Jacobo Mora recalls rows of fruit trees and colorful squash at Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard in Goshen, Indiana....

Do You Get Crabby About Crabgrass?

• 08 March 2024

If you’ve dealt with crabgrass in your lawn before, your answer might be a resounding “yes” in answer to the title of this...

march-anr-newsletter

• 04 March 2024

Identifying and Choosing Evergreen Trees

• 01 March 2024

Let’s cover some basic conifer identification and some principles of selection for your landscape.

Produce Safety Alliance Training March 19 in Goshen

• 23 February 2024

If you grow fruits and vegetables for sale, you should consider attending the Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training being offered on Tuesday,...

Returning to his roots: Stephen Meyers and the land-grant mission

• 19 February 2024

If you’re cruising through northern Indiana in late summer or early fall, roll down your windows. Take a deep breath. Where does the smell...

Winter Pruning of Woody Ornamentals

• 16 February 2024

Pruning is not a task that many homeowners enjoy or look forward to. However, from now until the end of winter is a good time to evaluate the...

Boiling Water Bath Canning Workshop Hosted with Marshall Co. Extension

• 12 February 2024

Plant Disease Symptoms You Could Notice in Your Home Landscape

• 09 February 2024

Do your landscape plants have cankers, mosaics, galls, mummies, or witches’ brooms? These and other symptoms are often hard for the average...

Lecture Series at the Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show

• 05 February 2024

Join Purdue Extension and the Allen County Master Gardeners for a lecture series at the Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show from Feb. 29 through March...

Small town, big changes and giant impacts—Restoring pride in Laurel, Indiana

• 30 January 2024

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...

Mastering Home Food Preservation Workshops

• 29 January 2024

Home Food Preservation

• 26 January 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Canning and Pickling Workshop on March 8, 2024 at the Friedman Park Event Center, Newburgh, IN.

Pressure Canning Basics lecture - Princeton

• 23 January 2024

Purdue Extension will be hosting a Pressure Canning Basics Program on July 8, 2024 at the Toyota Events Center at the Gibson County Fair.

Purdue to Host Forest Management Class

• 18 January 2024

Consider Replacing Landscape Plants That Have Become Invasive

• 12 January 2024

It’s a sad but true fact – some historically favorite landscape plants have been proven to cause problems in woodlands and other...

2024 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County

• 01 January 2024

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Garden Thyme 2024 - Volume 10

• 01 January 2024

Three New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners to Consider

• 01 January 2024

I thought I’d offer a few ideas, let’s call them “goals”, for the average homeowner to consider in 2024 when it comes to...

One Block at a Time: Community Driven Planning and Equitable Adaptation through Multi-Benefit Green Infrastructure

• 06 December 2023

In long-running partnership with the two Indiana sites, Purdue Extension assisted in development of small community gardens to increase access to...

USDA Releases Updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map

• 01 December 2023

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released its updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map.

Help Us Get Better Internet

• 01 December 2023

Indiana is receiving close to $870 million for broadband – how much your county gets is up to you

Fallen Leaves and Tree Maintenance in Autumn

• 17 November 2023

The glorious show of autumn color is transitioning to the familiar browns and barren trees that will continue through winter. Two Purdue experts...

Purdue Extension Hosts Jams and Jellies Workshop

• 17 November 2023

Newly updated edition of Purdue Forage Field Guide provides essential information on forage management

• 26 October 2023

The fourth edition of the Forage Field Guide from Purdue University Extension is now available for purchase on the Extension Education Store...

Master Gardeners Basic Training 2024

• 20 October 2023

Master Gardener Basic Training to kick off March 7, 2024

It’s Time for Persimmons

• 06 October 2023

There are many things that make fall time in Indiana great. One of those things is the drastic change in leaf color that can be seen while driving...

Enjoy Pumpkins

• 06 October 2023

I love to see all the roadside pumpkin stands every fall, and I usually do my part to help a local farmer with the purchase of a pumpkin or two at...

Miami County Master Gardener Impact Flyer

• 04 October 2023

Miami County Master Gardeners, 2022-by the numbers.

Check Evergreens for Bagworms

• 29 September 2023

This is the time of year when people begin to notice dying evergreens. One notorious suspect for this condition is bagworms.

Spiders: Good or Bad?

• 15 September 2023

Mention spiders to people and many get the heebie-jeebies. Are they good? Are they bad? Are some good, and some bad? What role do they play in our...

Fall Tree Planting

• 14 September 2023

You may wonder if it is a good time to plant a new tree in your yard or not and the answer is “yes.” Fall is a good time to plant trees...

Consider Installing a Windbreak

• 01 September 2023

What if you could insulate yourself somewhat from ole-man winter? Consider installing a windbreak.

Identifying Tree-of-Heaven

• 25 August 2023

At first glance, you might think that a tree so named would be great to consider for a home landscape. The resounding answer to that consideration...

Yellow and Black – Will it Attack?

• 18 August 2023

After a painful childhood bee sting, we all seem to be pre-programmed to be startled when a bee or wasp flies around our head.

Boiling Water Bath Canning Workshop Hosted in St. Joseph Co.

• 14 August 2023

Learn about food preservation!

Summer's Bounty- Garden Open House

• 14 August 2023

Meet us in the garden to learn from and ask questions to those associated with Purdue Extension, Soil & Water Conservation, Master Gardeners,...

Now is the Time to Improve your Home Lawn

• 11 August 2023

If you find yourself unhappy with the condition of your lawn, consider taking steps now to make improvements.

July and August Newsletter

• 07 August 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates

Summer Produce in Indiana

• 27 July 2023

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020) recommend increasing fruits and vegetables in the U.S. diet. In summertime, you can find fresh fruits...

Watch for Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs

• 21 July 2023

We have not had any confirmed cases of spotted lanternfly (SLF) as of early July in Whitley County, but they have been confirmed in nearby...

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Course Starting Soon!

• 13 July 2023

Purdue Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) receive training in horticulture to equip them to volunteer to assist Purdue Extension with home...

Some Gardening Terms You May Have Seen (And Wondered What They Meant)

• 07 July 2023

Over the years, you may have encountered gardening terms that were a little too scientific for the average person’s understanding. This...

Whitley County Master Gardeners Offer Monday Afternoon Seminars at the 4-H Fair

• 06 July 2023

The Whitley County Master Gardeners’ annual seminars at the 4-H fair will again be at the Ag Museum on the 4-H grounds on Monday, July 17,...

Knox County Newsletter July August 2023

• 01 July 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Understanding Two Common Turfgrass Diseases

• 30 June 2023

As an Extension Educator, I have been called upon from time to time to help homeowners understand what is causing their lawns to look sick....

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program Seeking New Crop of Volunteers

• 30 June 2023

If you want to sharpen your gardening skills and are interested in sharing that knowledge with others, Purdue Extension has the ideal program for you.

Consider Thornless Honeylocust in your Landscape

• 23 June 2023

Today we’ll discuss a tree that is very different when viewed in natural woodlands versus home landscapes because of plant breeding:...

The Rewards and Challenges of Growing Your Own Vegetables

• 16 June 2023

Many home gardeners are in the early weeks of the vegetable growing season. If you have ever grown a vegetable garden, you know that some things go...

Ohio County June Newsletter

• 02 June 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Avoid the Itch

• 02 June 2023

Maybe you like to walk trails and visit natural areas. I do, too. However, it behooves us to consider the potential dangers of plants that can...

Plant Diseases of Concern in Indiana

• 26 May 2023

Today I’ll cover four plant diseases of concern in our landscapes and woodlands. Like last week, this is certainly not a comprehensive list...

2023 Blueberry Growers' Meeting

• 24 May 2023

Upcoming Blueberry Growers Meeting in Northern Indiana

Insect Pests of Concern in Indiana

• 19 May 2023

Every few years we seem to be sounding the alarm for a new insect pest (typically an exotic, non-native pest) in Indiana. Although this is not an...

May Newsletter

• 12 May 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences, Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Extension Offers Practical Home Gardening Virtual Series

• 05 May 2023

Purdue Extension offers Practical Home Gardening Virtual Series Thursdays in May from 12:00-12:30pm CST/1:00-1:30pm EST. Register Here:...

Tree Surface Roots in the Landscape

• 05 May 2023

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting...

Home Food Preservation

• 04 May 2023

Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at the Johnson County...

Arbor Day and Mulching Trees

• 28 April 2023

Arbor Day is the last Friday in April in Indiana, a date strategically chosen to be right in the middle of one the best time periods all year to...

Upcoming Pond Clinic in Starke County

• 26 April 2023

Pruning Trees Correctly and Recognizing Risky Trees

• 21 April 2023

Trees add significant value to our landscapes, but sometimes trees can become somewhat problematic in their crown, trunk, or roots. Also, when...

National Gardening Day - Forsythia

• 14 April 2023

Earth Day Soil Activities

• 06 April 2023

Celebrate Earth Day with these hands-on learning activities from Purdue Extension!

2023 Marshall County Open Class Show

• 04 April 2023

How Did Your Plants Fare This Winter?

• 31 March 2023

With lawns greening up, we’ll soon take that first really observant stroll through the home landscape and conduct our first lawn mowing. Did...

Learn to Prune Trees Correctly and Recognize Risk Factors

• 30 March 2023

Do you have pruning anxiety? Have you wondered what to do about tree branches that just don’t look right? Purdue Extension in Whitley County...

Purdue Extension specialist brings updated management techniques to fields and orchards

• 26 March 2023

George Brenn, president and general manager of Four Seasons Landscaping Nursery in Valparaiso, Indiana, immediately recognized a problem in a...

2023 Food Preservation Workshops in Marshall County

• 24 March 2023

Learn to Preserve food in 2023

Gardeners Urged to Look for Invasive Jumping Worms

• 24 March 2023

A worm getting headlines – that’s something you don’t see every day. Nevertheless, we are on the lookout for a new invasive pest...

2023 Purdue Extension Master Gardener State Conference

• 22 March 2023

The 2023 Purdue Extension Master Gardener State Conference will be held October 6-7, 2023 in West Lafayette, IN. For more information, visit...

False Shamrock or Oxalis

• 17 March 2023

Origins of the Cooperative Extension System and Purdue Extension

• 10 March 2023

This week we delve into the formation of USDA’s Cooperative Extension System, and how that relates to Purdue Extension.

Cost Share Program

• 08 March 2023

The Lawrence County SWCD & NRCS are partnering with Purdue Extension to help landowners pay for having soils tested.

Knox County Newsletter March/April 2023

• 03 March 2023

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

• 03 March 2023

ServSafe Food Handler Class in Marshall County

The Birth of Land-Grant Institutions and Purdue University

• 03 March 2023

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...

Purdue Extension – a Research-Based Information Source

• 24 February 2023

With the plethora of information available, how does a person sort out reliable information from misinformation? I would submit that research-based...

March Newsletter

• 23 February 2023

Ohio County Health and Human Sciences ,Agriculture, 4-H, and Youth Development monthly updates.

Recognizing and Managing Poison Hemlock

• 17 February 2023

Today I’m highlighting poison hemlock, an invasive weed.

Managing Garlic Mustard

• 10 February 2023

I’m highlighting a pervasive invasive herbaceous plant found in natural areas and in some landscapes in Indiana: garlic mustard.

Making Cut Flowers Last Longer

• 08 February 2023

Johnson honored for weed science research, outreach and teaching

• 03 February 2023

Bill Johnson, professor of weed science in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology, impacts a wide audience through his work. Effective...

Twenty-Five Years of Extension Master Gardeners in Whitley County

• 27 January 2023

You may have heard the term ‘Master Gardener’ or ‘Extension Master Gardener’ (EMG), and wondered what that truly meant. As...

Horticulture Series is Coming Up!

• 27 January 2023

Horticulture Series is Coming Up!

Deciphering Seed Catalog Lingo

• 25 January 2023

Nothing can put pep in a gardener’s step like receiving seed catalogs after the holidays are over and cabin fever has set in. The vibrant and...

Should Gardeners Hope for Snow?

• 20 January 2023

I don’t know about you, but the older I get, the less I like snow. But, from a gardening standpoint, should we hope for snow?

NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available

• 13 January 2023

NWI Vegetable Growers Series- PARP Credits Available

Indoor Plant Care

• 06 January 2023

As we spend more time indoors over the winter, many enjoy the aesthetics and continued “gardening” opportunities by growing indoor...

2023 Indiana Hort Conference

• 04 January 2023

2023 Indiana Hort Conference

2023 Women in Agriculture Ag Women Engage Conference

• 04 January 2023

2023 Women in Agriculture Ag Women Engage Conference

2023 Plant Quest

• 04 January 2023

2023 Plant Quest

Knox County Newsletter January/February 2023

• 02 January 2023

Purdue Extension Knox County 2023 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Garden Thyme 2023

• 01 January 2023

Purdue Extension Porter County 2023 Garden Thyme volume 9

2023 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County

• 01 January 2023

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Garden Thyme - Volume 9, Issue 1

• 01 January 2023

Recycle Your Christmas Tree

• 23 December 2022

What can you do with that real Christmas Tree after the holidays? Try one of several recycling options.

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program

• 21 December 2022

Interested in becoming a certified Purdue Extension Master Gardener? Register for the Statewide Virtual Basic Training before January 16!

Quarterly Newsletter - December 2022

• 20 December 2022

Monthly Hot Topics

• 19 December 2022

Mistletoe

• 16 December 2022

Many folks think of mistletoe as the plastic greenery you can buy to hang up at holiday parties that couples use as an excuse for smooching...

Winter Houseplants

• 12 December 2022

growing winter houseplants

Caring for Poinsettias

• 09 December 2022

The poinsettia, the most popular holiday plant, is best known as the plant with bright red flowers on a green background.

The House Mouse

• 02 December 2022

The most common rodent pest in structures is the house mouse, Mus musculus. House mice exist in all 50 states of the U.S. When seen, some people...

Purdue Extension Master Gardener program to offer virtual basic training in spring

• 02 December 2022

The spring 2023 Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) basic training program will begin Feb. 7 as a weekly series of live virtual webinars.

Beginning Farmer - How to Plan, Support and Grow your Farm

• 29 November 2022

Are you a beginning farmer, but eager to enhance and improve your management practices? Are you interested in starting a farm, but unsure of how to...

DIY Lawncare Program

• 23 November 2022

Master Gardeners' Year End Review

• 21 November 2022

Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo returns in person for vegetable, fruit growers

• 20 November 2022

The annual Indiana Horticultural Conference and Expo (IHC) returns to West Lafayette on Jan. 23 and 24. Beginners and experienced small and large...

Cooking Under Pressure

• 17 November 2022

Ending Lawn Activities and Looking Toward Spring

• 11 November 2022

As we put our lawns to bed for the winter, I’ve collected some tips from a variety of Purdue experts about lawn care for the end of fall,...

Knox County Newsletter November/December 2022

• 01 November 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

This Home Invader Stinks

• 28 October 2022

Most homeowners in northern Indiana are now quite familiar with the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), Halyomorpha halys. After enduring the great...

Agriculture & Natural Resources

• 19 October 2022

Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension educators offer programs and information on agricultural production and financial management for...

RAISED GARDEN BEDS

• 17 October 2022

Evergreen Needles Don’t Last Forever

• 14 October 2022

Evergreen needles don’t last forever, and some trees lose their needles every single year! If you have conifers in your landscape, I hope...

2022 Annual Extension Board Annual Meeting Features Bob Allison

• 13 October 2022

You're invited to the 2022 Marshall County Extension Board Annual Meeting!

Boxelder Bugs May Be “Knocking” on Your Door

• 07 October 2022

I don’t know about your household, but at mine, the boxelder bugs are knocking (so to speak) on our door wanting in. If you have a boxelder...

Nurturing City Soils for Healthy Organic Vegetables Webinar Series

• 06 October 2022

Free webinars are coming up!

2023 Tree Sale

• 03 October 2022

Fall is an excellent time to plan for a spring tree planting. I get calls from two different groups of people wishing to plant trees. One group...

Fall Pumpkins

• 30 September 2022

Whether you enjoy growing, eating, or carving pumpkins, they are some of the most popular vegetables grown and enjoyed by Indiana residents.

Growing and Giving with PEMC Master Gardeners

• 22 September 2022

Train Your Brain

• 19 September 2022

Curb the urge to splurge

• 19 September 2022

Air Fryer 101

• 19 September 2022

Where Does Your Money Go?

• 19 September 2022

Clay County Ag & Natural Resources

• 19 September 2022

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Plant Watering 101

• 19 September 2022

September & October 2022 Newsletter

• 19 September 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 September & October Newsletter.

Beautiful Queen of Autumn – Chrysanthemum

• 16 September 2022

If you go to nearly any garden center in autumn, one flower that’s almost sure to be available is the chrysanthemum. It is also known as the...

Clay County Fall Fest

• 15 September 2022

Soil Tests Take Guesswork out of Fertilization

• 09 September 2022

Whether you are a farmer growing crops or a homeowner growing vegetables or a nice lawn, it's always a good idea to do regular soil testing to...

Clay County Health & Human Sciences

• 07 September 2022

Clay County Health & Human Sciences Information

ServSafe Food Handler Certificate

• 06 September 2022

The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...

Enhancing Your Landscape Aesthetics with Flowering Bulbs

• 02 September 2022

Flowering bulbs offer a multitude of opportunities to enhance your landscape aesthetics. With ranges of color, bloom type, and size, as well as...

Jams and Jellies Class

• 30 August 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

Purdue Extension Ohio County News

• 29 August 2022

Ohio County Extension home and human sciences, 4-H,agriculture, and youth development newsletter.

Large Spots on Maple Leaves that Look Like Tar

• 26 August 2022

As popular as these trees are, people become alarmed about this time of year when the leaves on some of these maple trees have large black spots...

Knox County Newsletter September/October

• 25 August 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

New Invasive Insect Pest Found in Northern Indiana

• 19 August 2022

Last August, I wrote about an invasive insect pest new to Indiana that was found in far southeastern Indiana, implying that it may take some time...

Bees and Wasps in and Around Homes

• 12 August 2022

Recent calls to the Purdue Extension office have prompted me to re-visit a topic I have written about before: bees or wasps that form an elaborate...

July & August 2022 Newsletter

• 04 August 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 July & August Newsletter.

Master Gardener Class Announced for Fall 2022

• 02 August 2022

I am excited to announce there will be a Purdue Extension Master Gardener class held in person in Elkhart County this fall!  Classes will...

Explore and Experience Local Food

• 29 July 2022

From farmer’s markets to roadside stands to local farms and other venues, local residents will have many opportunities available to them to...

2022 Marshall County Master Gardener Intern Class

• 28 July 2022

Pinney Purdue Ag Center Events

• 28 July 2022

Safely Preserving Food

• 25 July 2022

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...

Register to attend upcoming small farm educational field day

• 20 July 2022

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...

2022 Ag Hall Fair Talks

• 14 July 2022

Elkhart County Master Gardeners will be offering advice to gardeners and homeowners in Ag Hall during the 2022 Elkhart County 4-H Fair. Educational...

Knox County Newsletter July/August 2022

• 30 June 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Free Purdue weed science field day for farmers

• 27 June 2022

Join Purdue experts for the Purdue Weed Science field day on June 30 beginning at 8 a.m. (ET) at the Throckmorton Purdue Agricultural Center (TPAC).

July-August 2022 Newsletter

• 23 June 2022

Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program Seeking New Crop of Volunteers

• 22 June 2022

If you want to sharpen your gardening skills and are interested in sharing that knowledge with others, Purdue Extension has the ideal program for...

ServSafe Food Handler Certificate

• 16 June 2022

The ServSafe Food Handler course is for anyone who needs basic food safety and food handling training, including home-based vendors, food service...

home-based vendor laws

• 14 June 2022

Some recent changes impact requirements for home-based vendors. This article will help you understand who qualifies as a home-based vendor, which...

Home Food Preservation

• 03 June 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

2022 Open Class

• 02 June 2022

2022 Open Class Exhibit Guide

• 02 June 2022

2022 Michiana Fruit and Vegetable Tours

• 31 May 2022

Join us Thursday evenings from June to October for local Veg tours

Asian Needle Ants Found in Indiana

• 13 May 2022

Two ant specimens taken from a wooded area in southern Indiana by an astute amateur entomologist, who observed their appearance and behavior as...

Discover home food preservation with Purdue Extension

• 11 May 2022

Home canners are encouraged to join Purdue Extension for the Mastering Home Food Preservation training this summer at Purdue University.

New Law for Home-Based Vendors

• 11 May 2022

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...

Practical Home Gardening Virtual Series

• 09 May 2022

Purdue Extension Area Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Educators from across the state offer Practical Home Gardening Virtual Series on...

May & June 2022 Newsletter

• 09 May 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 May and June Newsletter.

Knox County "Add A Row" Produce Donation Program

• 09 May 2022

The Knox County "Add a Row" Produce Donation Program aims to connect local produce farmers and home vegetable gardeners to local...

Holes in Tree Trunks

• 06 May 2022

Occasionally homeowners will notice small holes in the trunks of landscape trees. This may not mean impending death to the tree, but it’s not...

You Have a Honey Bee Swarm? Stay Calm and Call a Beekeeper (Part 2)

• 29 April 2022

Do you now, or have you ever encountered a honey bee swarm in one of your trees? It’s an alarming event for most homeowners, but it’s a...

Gibson Co. Master Gardener Plant Sale

• 28 April 2022

The annual Gibson Co. Extension Master Gardener Plant sale is scheduled for Saturday May 14 at 8 AM at the Senior Center in Princeton! Hope to see...

Add Flavor with Herbs and Spices

• 27 April 2022

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...

Knox County Newsletter May/June 2022

• 26 April 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Newsletter, featuring news in all of our program areas. Learn our latest updates from our extension educators.

Support Marshall County Extension- Purdue Day of Giving

• 26 April 2022

Support Marshall County Extension Services

May-June 2022 Newsletter

• 25 April 2022

You Have a Honey Bee Swarm? Stay Calm and Call a Beekeeper (Part 1)

• 22 April 2022

Do you now, or have you ever encountered a honey bee swarm in one of your trees? It’s an alarming event for most homeowners, but it’s a...

Landscaping With Nature

• 19 April 2022

Create and Maintain a Natural Habitat in Your Backyard!

Making Your Garden Productive Series

• 18 April 2022

Join us for this four week vegetable garden series

Four Tips to Grow Your Garden

• 13 April 2022

April showers bring May flowers and summer produce that you can devour! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your garden, Karen...

Home Food Preservation

• 04 April 2022

Join Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team to learn current recommendations for home food preservation. Complete training with...

Identifying Trees

• 25 March 2022

Do you know all the trees in your yard? As leaves emerge from buds very soon, I’d challenge you to identify your trees this year. Proper...

Preventing Crabgrass

• 18 March 2022

You might be thinking that a better title for this article, designed for the average homeowner, might be “Controlling Crabgrass.”...

Voles!

• 11 March 2022

Last week’s article was on moles, and this week we cover voles. The names rhyme, but these animal pests of lawn and landscape are quite...

Knox County 2022 Open Class Listing

• 08 March 2022

Purdue Extension Knox County 2022 Open Class Booklet, featuring updates on all open class projects.

Moles!

• 04 March 2022

Moles! As snow melts and yards begin to be inspected, you may begin to notice the all-too-familiar and unwelcome mole tunnels that will cause...

March & April 2022 Newsletter

• 04 March 2022

Purdue Extension Jennings County 2022 March and April Newsletter.

Ohio County March Newsletter

• 01 March 2022

Ohio County Extension March newsletter information on health and human science and 4-H.

New Roots for Refugee Community

• 23 February 2022

The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program serves limited-resource communities looking for access to proper nutrition and physical...

Strawberry Chat

• 22 February 2022

Strawberry Chat

March-April Newsletter

• 22 February 2022

Purdue grazing research to be shared at Indiana Forage Council annual meeting

• 16 February 2022

Shelby Gruss, Purdue Agronomy postdoctoral researcher, will share results from a 2021 calf performance trial at the Indiana Forage Council’s...

Enjoy Firewood, but Insects May Emerge

• 11 February 2022

For many homeowners, firewood is a popular source of fuel for winter heating, and in my humble opinion, hard to beat on a cold winter day. Although...

Backyard Fruit Production Series 2022

• 09 February 2022

Purdue agricultural economics research to measure local food access within Anderson community

• 08 February 2022

Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural Economics is measuring access to local food in Anderson, Indiana through a collaboration with...

Community Members Grow Together

• 08 February 2022

Purdue Extension received Growing Together mini-grants in 2021 that funded projects in urban and rural settings to build and maintain community...

Dealing with Winter Damage of Trees and Shrubs

• 04 February 2022

We just got a good dose of winter weather in Indiana, and we have a long way to go yet. When spring does break, what effects will the winter...

CWC Franklin County Collaboration

• 02 February 2022

Our CWC, Becky Marvel, has been working collaboratively with the Franklin County Purdue Extension Office as well as the Franklin Co. Library to...

DIY Lawncare Program

• 01 February 2022

Purdue Extension’s D-I-Y Lawncare Program Gives Residents the Skills Needed to Create Their Dream Lawn Make your lawn the talk of the...

February Newsletter

• 01 February 2022

Ohio County Extension health and human science, 4-H and youth development newsletter

Grow Microgreens at Home

• 01 February 2022

In The Skinny on Microgreens – Part 1, we explored the importance and benefits of the increasing interest nationwide in microgreens (MGs) as...

Environmental Historian Uses Urban Ag Certificate for Innovative Research on Beekeeping

• 25 January 2022

See how Dr. David Wallace-Hare used knowledge from his Purdue Urban Ag courses to further his research in urban beekeeping. Purdue’s online...

My Donkey’s Tail is Messed Up!

• 24 January 2022

This plant’s common name is Donkey’s Tail (or Burro’s Tail); species name is Sedum morganianum. Upon inspection, I discovered...

John Hawley

• 19 January 2022

ANR Newsletter January 2022

Hotbeds and Cold Frames

• 14 January 2022

I recently wrote that starting seeds indoors is one way to get a head start on growing vegetables or annual flowers. Another way to get a head...

Four steps for thriving indoor plants

• 10 January 2022

In celebration of National Houseplant Appreciation Day, Karen Mitchell, consumer horticulture Extension specialist, shares these helpful tips to...

Starting Seeds Indoors

• 07 January 2022

While things are frozen and white outside, some home gardeners are thinking about getting a head start on garden plants by starting seeds indoors....

Purdue Extension Master Gardener program to offer virtual basic training in spring

• 04 January 2022

The spring 2022 Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) basic training program will begin Feb. 1 as a series of live virtual webinars.

Purdue Extension Master Gardener program to offer virtual basic training in spring

• 04 January 2022

The spring 2022 Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) basic training program will begin Feb. 1 as a series of live virtual webinars.

2022 Fort Wayne Farm Show

• 03 January 2022

The Fort Wayne Farm Show is returning after having a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19.  This year’s Farm Show will take place from...

Feeding the Birds in Our Landscape

• 01 January 2022

Winter weather is for the birds! All puns aside, for those of us who love the outdoors, winter can be a challenge. One way to continue enjoying...

The Skinny on Microgreens Part 1

• 01 January 2022

Growing microgreens is on-trend these days and an important crop at a time when food prices are rising, the availability of fresh foods can be...

2022 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County

• 01 January 2022

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Purdue Extension Resources and Programs

• 31 December 2021

A local resident recently asked me how they could find out about Purdue Extension resources and programs, which prompted me to offer some outreach...

Pawpaw – the Indiana Banana?

• 24 December 2021

The winter months give us a little extra time to think about new things, including our home landscape for the coming year. Some people have...

PURDUE EXTENSION MASTER GARDENER COURSE

• 21 December 2021

For 2022, there will be a Statewide Virtual Purdue EMG Basic Training from February 1 – May 3, 2022 (does not includes final exam due...

Miami County Master Gardeners Year End Review

• 20 December 2021

Miami County Master Gardeners Year End Review

Grow with Purdue Extension's programs in Allen County

• 20 December 2021

Give yourself or someone you know the gift of education Upcoming Educational Programs in Winter/Spring 2022 for farmers, growers, and gardeners...

Caring for Poinsettias

• 17 December 2021

Have you ever received a beautiful poinsettia as a gift, only to wield your “black thumb” upon the plant and watch it die soon after...

Want to Become an Extension Master Gardener?

• 16 December 2021

Spring 2022 offers a Statewide Virtual Purdue EMG Basic Training from Tuesdays, February 1 – May 3, 2022. Many counties have come together to...

2022 Spring Master Gardener Class

• 15 December 2021

If you have a passion for gardening and enjoy teaching others how to grow plants, the Purdue Extension Service has a class for you! The Purdue...

Hypertufa Planter

• 13 December 2021

How to pot an indoor/outdoor Hypertufa Planter

Caring for your poinsettia plant

• 12 December 2021

Best known for its bright red flowers and dark green leaves, the poinsettia spreads holiday cheer. Karen Mitchell, consumer horticulture Purdue...

Purdue Extension Beginning Farmer Workshop and other Diversified Farming and Food Systems Information

• 10 December 2021

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 Application

• 02 December 2021

Steuben County 4-H Camp Counselor Applications can be found here.

Master Gardener Intern Program 2022

• 01 December 2021

Intern classes coming up in 2022!

Beginning Farmer Workshops for 2022

• 01 December 2021

Check out the upcoming Beginning Farmer Workshops. There are virtual and in-person options near Marshall County.

Backyard Fruit Production Series 2022

• 01 December 2021

February 16 & 23, March 2, 9, & 16, 2022

2022 Membership Details for Master Gardeners

• 01 December 2021

Don't forget to fill out the 2022 application for membership!

Illiana Vegetable Growers Symposium 2022

• 01 December 2021

Symposium Details for 2022

Master Gardener Newsletter

• 30 November 2021

Master Gardener Newsletter: The Garden Gate

New Roots for refugee community in Indiana

• 29 November 2021

Fleeing from military dictatorship and religious persecution in the Chin State of Burma, many Chin refugees have made Perry Township, on the far...

Gardening in Containers and Raised Beds

• 26 November 2021

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find...

Indiana Horticulture Conference and Expo to return in person in 2022

• 19 November 2021

After a year of online learning sessions by Purdue University specialists, the Indiana Horticulture Conference and Expo is returning in person on...

Is That a “Fungus” on My Tree Trunk?

• 19 November 2021

If you take a close look at some of the more established trees in your landscape, you may notice something you cannot describe – it may look...

What to do with Leaves in the Fall

• 08 November 2021

Wondering what you can do with all of those leaves in your yard? Here are a few ideas!

Kelly Isaccs- NEP

• 05 November 2021

Alternatives to Raking and Burning Leaves

• 05 November 2021

My children used to love to run and jump into piles of leaves. When the fun is over, what should you do with those piles of leaves? Are there...

Repotting Houseplants with Courtney Schmidt and Patty Cole

• 04 November 2021

Repotting Houseplants with Courtney Schmidt and

Winter Weather Policy

• 03 November 2021

All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...

Winter Weather Policy

• 03 November 2021

All extension activities (4-H events, workshops, meetings, classes, etc) are canceled when schools are closed due to inclement weather. This...

Marshall County Annual Extension Meeting and Dinner

• 02 November 2021

Marshall County community members are invited to join this event! RSVP to 574-935-8545 by November 5th.

The-Latest-Dirt

• 29 October 2021

The Latest Dirt is the monthly newsletter published by the La Porte County Master Gardener Association.

Expert Advice for Fall Tree Care

• 22 October 2021

Trees represent significant investments of time and money in our home landscapes, and they can enhance property values. What are some things you...

Fun with Dill Pickles

• 20 October 2021

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...

Autumn’s Sublime Display of Color

• 15 October 2021

Sometimes Mother Nature puts on quite a show, and I think Autumn color is some of her best work. The science behind the color is a fascinating study.

Can You Eat your Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin?

• 13 October 2021

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...

Purdue’s INClimate Website Offers Storm of Useful Weather and Climate Information

• 08 October 2021

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....

Steuben County Purdue Extension Annual Report 2020-2021

• 04 October 2021

Results of programming efforts by Tami Mosier, 4-H Youth Development Extension Educator; Crystal Van Pelt, Agriculture and Natural...

It’s Autumn in Indiana, Time to Enjoy Apples!

• 01 October 2021

Have you visited an orchard lately? Local orchards may offer fun activities, gift shops, and of course – fresh apples and apple products. It...

Dubois County Residential Connection

• 27 September 2021

Our Residential Connection lists information, events, and tips geared toward residential interests of home owners in Dubois and surrounding counties.

October Newsletter

• 27 September 2021

Noble County Extension Showcase October 2021 Newsletter HHS, ANR and 4-H Newsletter

2021 News Archive - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Whitley County

• 20 September 2021

Find recent agriculture and natural resources-related articles for this year that have cycled off our main pages.

Marshall County Master Gardener - Basic Training Intern Class

• 14 September 2021

Marshall County Master Gardener - Basic Training Intern Class

Landscape Check Up Series

• 14 September 2021

Landscape Check Up. Preparing for 2022 October 7, 14, 21, 2021 6:00 - 7: 30 PM Plymouth Public Library 201 N Center St, Plymouth, IN...

Gardeners Speakers Bureau

• 13 September 2021

Are you looking for a speaker on a yard or garden topic for your organization or group? Contact Purdue Extension-Marion County.

Indispensable Web Pages for Master Gardeners

• 13 September 2021

Directory of indispensable web Pages for Marion County Master Gardeners

Agriculture and Natural Resources

• 11 September 2021

We are a cooperative service based in each of the 92 counties of Indiana. In Harrison County, we develop programs for Agriculture and Natural...

Agriculture and Natural Resources

• 11 September 2021

We are a cooperative service based in each of the 92 counties of Indiana. In Harrison County, we develop programs for Agriculture and Natural...

Mulling Over Mysterious Matter in Mulch

• 10 September 2021

Many homeowners utilize organic mulches in their home landscape. However, after a while, if not maintained or refreshed, mysterious things can...

Invasion of Fall Armyworms

• 03 September 2021

The hot topic at the Extension office this past week has been fall armyworms. Farmers are finding fall armyworms in their pastures and hay crops,...

Over the Back Fence- September October

• 01 September 2021

Indiana Master Naturalist Program, Rain Garden, SIPAC Field Days, Glade Appreciation Day, Youth Opportunities, and more

Purdue Extension Board Annual Meeting and Networking Event

• 27 August 2021

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...

This Bee Look-Alike Has No Sting

• 27 August 2021

This Bee Look-Alike Has No Sting

Purdue Landscape Report: Oh What a Tangled Web They Weave!

• 26 August 2021

Purdue Landscape Report: Just after the browned leaves on branches of trees attacked by periodical cicadas began to disappear from view, webworms...

What are Those Cobwebs in the Trees?

• 20 August 2021

What are Those Cobwebs in the Trees?

Japanese 'Beetlemania' Continues

• 12 August 2021

Beatlemania was often used to describe the frenzy, excessive enthusiasm, obsession and fascination directed at a British pop group, the Beatles,...

August is National Tree Check Month

• 09 August 2021

Have you ever thoroughly looked at your trees? Have you checked them with a critical eye? August is national tree check month, and two Purdue...

Invasive Species in Indiana Resources

• 09 August 2021

 "Exotic invasive species are non-native plants, animals or microbes that spread aggressively, replacing native organisms and posing...

2021 Fall Bartholomew County Extension Master Gardener Basic Training

• 05 August 2021

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...

August is National Tree Check Month

• 05 August 2021

August is National Tree Check Month

More Cicadas?

• 05 August 2021

I didn’t notice any 17-year cicadas around our Columbia City office earlier this year, but depending on where you live, you may have been...

Front Yard Feature with Lisa

• 05 August 2021

Front Yard Feature with Lisa

What Tree Should I Choose?

• 23 July 2021

You may have recently looked at your landscape and thought, I’d like to plant a tree or two. It’s good to do your homework before...

Newsletters

• 22 July 2021

For information on upcoming programs for 4-H, Health and Human Sciences, and Ag and Natural Resources visit our newsletters below.

100th Annual Pike County 4-H Fair

• 20 July 2021

Here you'll find the flyer describing events at the 100th Annual Pike County 4-H Fair! Please contact the Extension Office at (812) 354-6838...

Pike County 2021 Livestock Showmanship Resources

• 20 July 2021

Here you'll find a list of quality videos from accredited Universities and organizations that describe tips and procedures on how to show all...

Pressure Canner Gauge Testing

• 16 July 2021

Fresh vegetables are ready to harvest and pressure can. Is your pressure canner ready?

What’s Eating My Garden Plants?

• 16 July 2021

I have received several calls recently from frustrated gardeners asking what chewed up their otherwise healthy vegetable plants. After planting,...

Question: if we are not experiencing cicadas, is it ok to take the nets off of our trees?

• 12 July 2021

Question: I live in central Indiana and have had no cicadas yet. Are they still emerging or is it safe to uncover my tender trees?

2021 Pike County 4-H Fair flyer

• 07 July 2021

Welcome to the 100th Annual Pike County 4-H Fair being held from July 24 - July 31, 2021! If you have any questions about this schedule of events,...

Take Great Care with Yew Trimmings

• 02 July 2021

Some homeowners may be trimming shrubs this time of year – taming those wild growths back to a manageable and more aesthetically pleasing...

New issue of Garden Thyme now available

• 01 July 2021

Hello summer! First dry, now wet, what will the rest of this unpredictable season bring? It will bring growth, bounty, beauty and joy to a...

Over the Back Fence- July August

• 01 July 2021

The Nature of Teaching, Beginning Farmer Workshop, Rainscaping Education Program, Forage Management Workshops, and more.

Marion County Master Gardener Program

• 29 June 2021

The web page for the Purdue Extension-Marion County Master Gardener program is located at: http://IndyMG.org.

2021 Plant Sales and Garden Walk

• 25 June 2021

Japanese Beetles are Emerging

• 25 June 2021

This time of year, it is common to receive calls in the Purdue Extension office in Whitley County regarding Japanese beetles. I suspect the same is...

Question: Can I Plant Grass Over Newly Removed Stump

• 24 June 2021

Question: Can I plant grass over soil where a newly removed stump was ground out? Answer: We generally don't want to plant new trees or...

Preventing Mechanical Damage to Trees

• 11 June 2021

It may be an overused quote, but an old Ziggy cartoon states, “We have met the enemy, and he is us.” That can certainly relate to the...

Question: What Tree Should We Choose?

• 09 June 2021

Question: We live near the Amazon Fulfillment Center in the Jeffersonville/Charlestown area Answer: Dogwood trees can be a challenge to...

Question: When can we transplant our tulip tree?

• 09 June 2021

Question: We live in Tippecanoe county and need to transplant a tulip tree that is 2-3’ tall. Answer: Early spring (before leaves emerge)...

Question: Why is my tree losing leaves now?!

• 09 June 2021

Question: My hackberry trees are dropping leaves for no apparent reason. The leaves look fine, no bugs or mold spots or discoloration of any kind....

Poison Ivy - Let it Be

• 04 June 2021

After reading the title, some readers may recall the old Beetles tune, “Let it Be.” But, I’m not here to talk about music today;...

Seek Small Bagworms on Evergreens

• 28 May 2021

Did you ever play hide-and-seek as a kid? I’m sure many of you did. A common landscape pest plays, well, just “hide” with us on...

Caring for Our Community

• 11 May 2021

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...

Protect Ash Now from Emerald Ash Borer

• 07 May 2021

If you have ash trees in your landscape you consider to be important and you wish to protect from the Emerald Ash Borer insect, a Purdue University...

How Does Your Landscape Look After the Freeze?

• 30 April 2021

Recently we had an April snowstorm on Tuesday and Wednesday, and I was mowing the yard on Saturday! Welcome to Indiana! By now, you have probably...

Periodical Cicadas – Are you Ready?

• 23 April 2021

Where were you in 2004? If you live now where you lived then, you may have an idea of what the potential is for periodical cicadas in your...

The Year of the Cicada

• 14 April 2021

We are all awaiting summer after the teasing of spring. The time to get out and garden and play in the water. The time to enjoy the fireflies and...

Training and tips from Extension Master Gardeners

• 14 April 2021

When COVID-19 forced many of us to observe stay-at-home orders last spring, people looked to hobbies like gardening to enjoy the outdoors while...

Lawn Activities to Avoid Early in the Season

• 09 April 2021

Last week I covered early lawn activities to consider doing now. This week I’ll cover things we should avoid doing, should only do in certain...

Early Lawn Activities to Consider

• 02 April 2021

As spring has begun, so has work in the home landscape. This week, we’ll concentrate on things that can and should be done soon. Next week,...

The Mother's Day Peony

• 31 March 2021

As the days get longer and warmer, I find myself eager for Mother’s Day to arrive. While the Old Farmer’s Almanac may claim our last...

Grass to Garden Signature Program

• 23 March 2021

Start a Community-based Garden With Purdue Extension, from improving access to fruits and vegetables to educating people on how food is grown,...

I Found Something Strange in my Garden

• 19 March 2021

I recently received a question from one of our local gardeners about a strange thing they found in their garden, and thought the inquiry would...

Plan Your Landscape Planting

• 12 March 2021

Does your landscape need a boost from new trees, shrubs or groundcovers? Arbor Day is coming next month (April 30), and we’re beginning to...

Oh, Thunderation. Moles!

• 05 March 2021

I get a kick out of the TV commercial where “Captain Ahab” is helping a driver find a parking spot using his telescope, and when his...

Over the Back Fence- March and April

• 01 March 2021

Spring Time Scouting, Harrison County Master Gardeners Workshop, 17 Year Cicadas, Youth Opportunities, and more.

Over the Back Fence- May and June

• 01 March 2021

Cicada information and trackers, Equine Management Signature Program, Timber Management Program, Mud Management field day and more

Plan Your Garden

• 19 February 2021

Purdue Extension updates guides for fruit and vegetable growers

• 17 February 2021

Several updated resources from Purdue Extension will help fruit and vegetable growers stay on top of the latest crop management strategies and...

SWIMGA Organizational Forms

• 08 February 2021

This page contains all of the organizational forms for SWIMGA, including dues/registration form, project review and approval forms, etc.

2019 Purdue Extension - Allen County Annual Report

• 03 February 2021

In 2019, Purdue Extension brought together government agencies, local non-profits, and passionate community advocates to support projects that...

Mini Spring Tonic Virtual Program

• 25 January 2021

Mini Spring Tonic Virtual Program

2021 Interactive Pruning Workshop for Smart Gardeners

• 21 January 2021

2021 Interactive Pruning Workshop for Smart Gardeners

Understanding Gardening Terms

• 15 January 2021

Maybe you are mulling over your seed choices for 2021 in your favorite gardening catalogs, or perhaps you’ve wondered about some of the...

Three New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners

• 01 January 2021

I’ve always shied away from New Year’s resolutions, primarily because I know there is a high probability that they will be broken, only...

2021 Winter Seed Sowing Virtual Workshop

• 23 December 2020

Winter Sowing is a method of starting seeds outdoors, in the winter! It is best for seeds that need to be stratified (a short cold period) in order...

Current Master Gardeners of Allen County

• 18 December 2020

The Master Gardener Program helps gardeners grow by providing them with intensive training in horticultural principles. Participants, in turn,...

Growing Food, Growing Communities

• 17 December 2020

Hancock County-Growing Food, Growing Communities

Watermelon and Melon Meeting November 30, 2020

• 17 November 2020

A virtual meeting to discuss watermelon, cantaloupe, and specialty melon variety trials conducted at the Southwest Purdue Ag Center will take place...

2020 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO

• 17 November 2020

Registration for the 2020 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO is now officially open! Registration fees for general attendees is...

Enhancing Your Land Lease Webinar

• 17 November 2020

Take a look at additional leasing options that might interest land owners including how to incorporate conservation into a lease, pasture leases,...

Lake County Master Gardeners Association 2021 Grant Application

• 09 November 2020

Lake County Master Gardeners Association 2021 Grant Application March 1, 2021 Deadline for Grant Applications for Gardening...

Randolph County Extension Updates!

• 16 October 2020

Welcome to the Randolph County 4-H Fairgrounds!

Lake County Master Gardener Association 2021-22 Academic Year Scholarship Program

• 02 October 2020

Lake County Master Gardener Association 2021-22 Academic Year Scholarship Program

Identify Nutrient Deficiencies in Greenhouse and Indoor Grown Crops Sept. 30, 2020

• 25 September 2020

Identify Nutrient Deficiencies in Greenhouse and Indoor Grown Crops September 30, 2020 (11:00 a.m. to noon) Eastern, (10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)...

Eastern Equine Encephalitis 2020 EEE BULLETIN

• 23 September 2020

Learn about the Eastern Equine Encephalitis Outbreak. Eastern Equine Encephalitis 2020 EEE BULLETIN Northern Indiana September 21, 2020

NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant Webinar

• 21 September 2020

North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) will host a Farmer Rancher Grant Program grant webinar on Tuesday,...

Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight

• 21 September 2020

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...

Be Safe this Harvest Season

• 21 September 2020

Combines are beginning to roll around White County, and as National Farm Safety Week is acknowledged across the U.S. now is a good time to remind...

Safe School Lunch Packing Tips

• 14 September 2020

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...

Annual DNR Tree Sale

• 14 September 2020

On October 1st, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting orders for their annual tree seedling sale. Tree seedlings...

Purdue University's Winter Cluster: Lunch and Learn Series for Beekeepers and Bee Enthusiasts

• 11 September 2020

Purdue University's Winter Cluster: Lunch and Learn Series for Beekeepers and Bee Enthusiasts

Virtual Purdue Rainscaping Education Program

• 11 September 2020

The Purdue Rainscaping Education Program team is offering a virtual Purdue Rainscaping Education Program workshop as a series, September 21, 23,...

Apple Crunch Time has Arrived

• 09 September 2020

The Great Lakes Apple Crunch will be celebrated throughout the Midwest in October and we hope you will join us. Over 1.8 million students,...

Pollinator Day Sept. 19, 2020

• 09 September 2020

Pollinator Day 2020 September 19, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Eastern), 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m (Central) at https://www.sunnysidemg.org/pollinator-day

End of Summer Cleaning

• 08 September 2020

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....

Fall Crop Outlook

• 08 September 2020

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...

Yard Tasks to Tackle in September

• 08 September 2020

Another seasonal resource I like to point people to is Purdue’s Consumer Horticulture website, which can be accessed here:...

Autumn Climate Outlook

• 03 September 2020

Meteorological Autumn has begun, with the autumnal equinox following later this month. The National Weather Service and Climate Prediction Center...

Faster Cleaning Shortcuts

• 31 August 2020

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...

Planning now will help with Weed Control next Year

• 31 August 2020

Conditions have been mostly favorable for crops throughout the growing season this year, however this also means that the setting is ripe for...

Lawn & Garden Lunch N' Learn

• 21 August 2020

Join us Tuesday August 11, 18, 25 and September 1 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm to chat about hot topics of gardening and lawn care! LAWN &...

Greenhouse and Indoor Production of Specialty Crops Webinar Series

• 19 August 2020

Greenhouse and Indoor Production of Specialty Crops Webinar Series

Using Cover Crops in the Home Garden

• 19 August 2020

Using Cover Crops in the Home Garden

For a healthy lawn in 2021, seed and feed now

• 17 August 2020

"You may notice that some areas of your lawn have declined or died this summer,” said Cale Bigelow, a professor of horticulture at...

Virtual Agronomy Series

• 06 August 2020

Virtual Agronomy Series

Pesticide Applicator Core Training Programs Available

• 06 August 2020

Pesticide Applicator Core Training Programs Available

Farm Journal Virtual Field Days Aug. 25-27

• 04 August 2020

Farm Journal Virtual Field Days Aug. 25-27

Wheat: A Gateway Crop to Soil Health, Resilience & More

• 31 July 2020

Wheat: A Gateway Crop to Soil Health, Resilience & More

Details Regarding Virtual Master Gardener Program

• 24 July 2020

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, Purdue Extension will be offering a state-wide virtual Master Gardener program this fall. The series will be held...

Pesticide Clean Sweep Project Coming to White County

• 24 July 2020

The Office of the Indiana State Chemist (OISC) is sponsoring a program that will allow Indiana businesses (farmers, agricultural dealers, cities...

Japanese Beetle Season Beginning

• 24 July 2020

Japanese beetles are out in full force this year and causing a lot of damage to landscapes, trees, gardens and row crops around the state.

Statewide Virtual Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training - Fall 2020

• 21 July 2020

For Fall 2020, there will be a Statewide Virtual Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training from August 25 – December 15, 2020 (includes...

Purdue Offering Virtual Master Gardener Program

• 20 July 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked an interest in gardening around the world. People are more interested in being able to take care of themselves,...

Randolph County Extension Updates!

• 17 July 2020

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...

Statewide Virtual Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Basic Training

• 17 July 2020

Statewide Virtual Purdue Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Basic Training

On-Farm Readiness

• 14 July 2020

The Indiana State Department of Health has partnered with Purdue University Extension and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture to provide...

2020 Master Gardener Updates

• 10 July 2020

2020 Master Gardener Updates

How to Water a Garden

• 02 July 2020

It may seem silly to offer advice on how to properly water a garden, but experienced gardeners will tell you, there is more to it than one might...

Poison Hemlock in Jasper County

• 04 June 2020

Poison Hemlock in Jasper County

2020 Agriculture and Natural Resources News

• 03 January 2020

News articles, news releases, and newsletters for 2020