Purdue Extension-Posey County

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

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10/01/2026

Welcome to Purdue Extension Southwest Region! 💛🖤

This page highlights the programs, people and impact of Purdue Extension serving Southwest Indiana.

Here you’ll find updates on education, events and community efforts in agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, health and human sciences and community development.

We’re glad you’re here and look forward to sharing the work happening across our communities.

09/28/2026

Call to make your sign up for the class today! 812-838-1331

09/24/2026

ServSafe is a food and beverage safety training and certificate program accredited by the National Restaurant Association and the Conference for Food Protection. The program was developed to educate food service workers about food safety.

ServSafe Food Protection Manager is the highest certification awarded by ServSafe. The manager training focuses on five aspects of food service that can affect the safety of food:
• Foodborne Microorganisms and Allergens
• Personal Hygiene
• Purchasing, Receiving, and Storage
• Preparation, Cooking and Serving
• Facilities, cleaning/ Sanitation and Pest Management

Register today through the link below. Please register for the training and exam by October 15, 2026.

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09/24/2026

A lot of knowledge, experience and dedication came together at the Beck Agricultural Center this week. Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources educators, specialists and staff from across Indiana gathered for their annual retreat to learn from one another, share ideas and strengthen the work they do every day with farmers, landowners and communities.

09/10/2026

As harvest season quickly approaches, farmers are preparing equipment, watching the weather and getting ready for one of the busiest times of the year. But agricultural experts say there’s another preparation farmers shouldn’t overlook…taking care of their

09/04/2026

County offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th at 8 a.m.

09/02/2026

Special Pick up day for State Fair Projects!! Thursday September 3rd.
The Posey County Extension office will be open from 8am until 6PM!
After Thursday please call the office at 812-838-1331 or email Andrew [email protected] or Laura [email protected] to coordinate your pickup. Our new office address is 318 Walnut Street, between the Hovey House and the post office. All projects not picked up by September 16th become the property of the Purdue Extension-Posey County office.