Submit your content ideas for the 2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference. Do you want to hear from someone in particular or about a specific topic at this year’s newly combined conference? If so, please scan the QR code or follow the link below to submit your suggestions. The survey will be open until…Read more about We want your ideas! 2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference[Read More]
Events
I want to remind everyone that the summer meeting will be held Wednesday July 9 at Chandler’s Orchard and Country Market: https://www.chandlersorchard.com The orchard and market are located in Fillmore, IN, just a little west of Indianapolis All are welcome to join us for an orchard tour and discussion of all things fruit, from growing…Read more about Indiana Hort. Society summer meeting[Read More]
The Southwest Purdue Agricultural Center (SWPAC) is one of the eight Purdue Agricultural Centers located across Indiana. What makes SWPAC unique is its location in the heart of Indiana’s watermelon-growing region—home to one of the state’s most significant specialty crop industries. In addition to watermelon and cantaloupe, southern Indiana is known for its diverse fruit…Read more about Southwest Purdue Agriculture Center Field Day Set for June 26[Read More]
The Southwest Purdue Agricultural Center (SWPAC) is one of the eight Purdue Agricultural Centers located across Indiana. What makes SWPAC unique is its location in the heart of Indiana’s watermelon-growing region—home to one of the state’s most significant specialty crop industries. In addition to watermelon and cantaloupe, southern Indiana is known for its diverse fruit…Read more about Southwest Purdue Agriculture Center Field Day Set for June 26[Read More]
Join Veterans in Farming and Purdue University for a Grape Planting Workshop followed by a wine tasting on June 3rd at The Rejoicing Vine Winery in Indianapolis, IN. Come see what it takes to cultivate grapes and operate a winery! Learn from Purdue viticulture specialist Miranda Purcell all about grape planting and growing techniques for…Read more about Veterans Grapevine Planting Workshop[Read More]
The summer field day of the Indiana Horticultural Society will be held July 9 at Chandler Orchard in Fillmore, IN just west of Indianapolis. More detail about the farm is on their website: https://www.chandlersorchard.com We’ll have more information on the field day later but for now put the date on your calendar and plan to…Read more about Indiana Hort Society Field Day[Read More]
We’re getting close to the time when growers need to make chemical thinning decisions – for many the most perplexing and risky decision they will make all year. This is usually a tricky call to make, even more so when we have had spring frosts. Luckily in most places the spring frosts have not been…Read more about Chemical thinning[Read More]
Michigan State University is hosting an all-day educational event designed for both current and aspiring spray drone operators. This event combines expert-led discussions with hands-on demonstrations, providing valuable insights into optimizing drone-based chemical applications. Where: Michigan State University Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center (3775 S. Reese Road, Frankenmuth, MI 48734) When: 29 April 2025….Read more about MSU Spring Spray Drone Fly-in | April 29[Read More]
Spotted Lanternfly Identification, Control, and Management Plus Spotted Lanternfly Effects on Indiana Vineyards Join Owen County Soil and Water, Indiana DNR, Purdue Extension and Owen Valley Winery on Saturday, April 12th 1-3 PM at Owen Valley Winery (491 Timber Ridge Rd Spencer, IN 47460) to learn about the invasive Spotted Lanternfly and the effects it…Read more about Join us to Learn about the Spotted Lanternfly & Its Effects on Indiana Vineyards[Read More]
Time is running out to register for the annual Purdue Small Farm Education field day! July 25, 2024, at the Purdue Student Farm, West Lafayette, IN. The deadline to register is July 22nd at 12:00 p.m. ET. Register here: Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day The program is now available. Download HERE. SF2024_FIeldDay_Demo_Schedule SF2024_FIeldDay_Demo_Descriptions Contact Lori Jolly-Brown or Petrus…Read more about Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day, July 25, 2024[Read More]