The Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day on July 23, co-hosted by the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and the Purdue Student Farm, will offer hands-on demonstrations and presentations for small farm operators and urban growers. Attendees will learn from Purdue University and Purdue Extension experts about topics including flower production, high tunnel production…Read more about Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day[Read More]
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The Purdue Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and Purdue Extension invite fruit and vegetable producers to the 2026 Fruit and Vegetable Field Day on July 16. Educational sessions, presented by Purdue University and Purdue Extension experts, will discuss topics including high tunnel production systems, pollinator management, soil health strategies and innovative weed and pest…Read more about Purdue Fruit & Vegetable Field Day[Read More]
With a total of 64 educational sessions, 22 research posters, and several demonstrations to choose from over the course of 3 days, our nearly-200 daily participants had no shortage of opportunities to learn and network. We’re grateful to the many speakers, sponsors, and programming partners who made this event possible in 2026! Additionally, we are…Read more about 2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference[Read More]
We had six apple cider contest entries for the first year of the combined Indiana Horticulture & Small Farms Conference held at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville, IN March 3-5. Conference attendees had the opportunity to taste and cast their vote during lunch on the first day of the event. We are thrilled to announce…Read more about IHSFC cider contest winner[Read More]
Cleaning and Sanitation Workshop September 8th from 1-5:00PM Purdue Student Farm West Lafayette, IN https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_81blwfocQNWOSYS Indiana Horticulture Conference & Indiana Small Farms Conference March 3-5, 2026 Hendricks County Fairgrounds Danville, IN https://indianahortconference.org/ https://extension.purdue.edu/anr/_teams/dffs/small_farm_conference/index.html
5Keeping produce safe and meeting buyers and regulatory expectations starts with strong cleaning and sanitation practices. Farms that implement proper procedures not only protect public health but also improve efficiency and build trust with customers. To help growers and farm workers strengthen these skills, we invite you to join us on September 8th from 1:00…Read more about Cleaning and Sanitation workshop[Read More]
Keeping produce safe and meeting buyers and regulatory expectations starts with strong cleaning and sanitation practices. Farms that implement proper procedures not only protect public health but also improve efficiency and build trust with customers. To help growers and farm workers strengthen these skills, we invite you to join us on September 8th from 1:00…Read more about Cleaning and Sanitation Workshop[Read More]
The Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day proved that dedicated growers won’t let summer temperatures dampen their enthusiasm for learning. Despite the hot weather, 63 attendees gathered at the Purdue Student Farm yesterday to participate in comprehensive demonstrations and presentations focused on small-scale farming solutions. The event, co-hosted by the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and…Read more about Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day Draws 63 Attendees Despite Summer Heat[Read More]
Chandler’s Orchard and Country Market, located in Filmore, 30 miles west of Indianapolis, will host the Indiana Horticultural Society summer meeting on July 9. Chandler’s Orchard and Country Market, 2849 S Co Rd 825 E, Fillmore, Indiana 46128 During this one-day summer meeting, we will visit fruit production, vegetable production and get an overview of…Read more about Indiana Horticultural Society Summer Meeting[Read More]
Calling all corn and soybean producers and agricultural advisers! The United Soybean Board (USB), in partnership with the Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC), Iowa State Extension, Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship, and the Iowa Soybean Association, invites you to a virtual workshop informing the future of the MRCC’s Ag Climate Dashboard and new…Read more about July 16: Get paid for your opinions about ag climate data[Read More]