Purdue Agriculture

09/23/2026

Congratulations to Purdue University researchers who recently received 11 patents on their intellectual property from the United States Patent and Trademark Office‌.

Andrea Vecca, professor of Purdue University ABE and Purdue University Mechanical Engineering, was among these researchers, receiving a patent for “Method and System for a Flow-Isolated Valve Arrangement and a Three-Chamber Cylinder Hydraulic Architecture.”

Purdue Innovates

From breakthrough discoveries to patented technologies, Purdue University researchers continue to push innovation forward.

Congratulations to the Boilermakers who recently earned 11 patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, advancing discoveries with the potential to make a real-world impact: https://stories.prf.org/september-edition-newly-issued-patents-26

Have a groundbreaking innovation of your own? The Purdue Innovates Office of Technology Commercialization can help move your research from the lab to the marketplace: https://purdueinnovates.org/otc/disclosure/

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09/22/2026

Purdue University ABE is officially ranked No. 2 undergraduate program in the U.S., according to ‌U.S. News and World Report! 🎉

is proud to celebrate Purdue University ABE’s continued contributions to research, outreach, teaching and innovation and the impact its students, faculty and staff are making across agriculture.

https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/2026/Q3/purdue-ranks-as-nations-fourth-most-innovative-public-university-and-strengthens-its-position-as-a-top-10-engineering-school/

09/21/2026

Could you be walking your dog wrong? 🐶

The Guardian says, “yes!” In a recent interview with Candace Croney, director of Purdue University’s Center for Animal Welfare Science and professor of Purdue Animal Sciences and Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine & Veterinary Hospital, the publication received some tips on making dog walks more beneficial and enjoyable for furry friends. 🐾

Sometimes, it’s not about how far you walk — it’s about giving your dog the opportunity to explore, engage and have a positive experience.

Want to read Croney’s specific tips? Check out The Guardian’s full article.

Walking your dog is crucial for its health, but many owners (me included) aren’t doing so properly, experts say

09/18/2026

When severe weather strikes, communities need reliable information just as much as they need physical resources. 🌪️🌧️

During the Aug. 11–12 tornadoes and floods that impacted 54 of Indiana’s counties, Purdue Extension educators quickly responded with guidance to help Hoosiers navigate related challenges. Outreach efforts addressed food and generator safety, boil-water advisories, storm-related scams and replacement SNAP benefits.

These storms also identified opportunities to continue strengthening Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences's Extension resources, helping communities quickly access reliable information before, during and after natural disasters.

Read the full article, linked in our Story.

09/17/2026

Indiana farmland values are holding relatively steady in 2026, though trends vary considerably across the state.

Purdue Agricultural Economics’s latest Purdue Farmland Values and Cash Rent Survey looks at current farmland values and provides a forecast for what’s ahead.

Although farmland values were comparatively stable this year the market continues to show signs of adjustment following the rapid increases seen from 2020 to 2022.

Learn more from both Purdue University and Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture experts. Link in comments.

09/16/2026

As consumers increasingly turn to AI chatbot for answers, a question remains: Can we trust the information they provide about food safety?

That’s why Purdue Food Science's Yaohua “Betty” Feng and Lorena Correia conducted a food safety chatbot analysis through Feng’s Food Safety Human Factor Lab.

As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recognizes , their research offers an important reminder that knowing how to evaluate AI-generated information is just as important as knowing how to use AI.

Read Feng and Correia’s five tips on navigating the chatbot landscape in food safety:

AI chatbots can provide useful food safety analysis. However, according to an analysis conducted by Purdue University food scientists, their answers are inconsistently reliable. “Consumers increasingly turn to AI because it provides immediate and personalized answers,” said Yaohua “Betty” Fe...

09/15/2026

From aspiring vet to agricultural economist, Xiurui ‘Iris’ Cui’s path to Purdue University has been a one-of-a-kind experience. 🐄📊

After exploring different areas of agriculture, Cui earned a PhD in food and natural resource economics and built a career focused on agricultural labor and workforce issues.

Today, as a Purdue Agricultural Economics postdoc and a part of Purdue University Center for Food and Agricultural Business, her research explores talent management and workforce challenges across agribusiness, working on at least 15 projects.

Learn more about Cui’s journey to :

It wasn’t until she was actually in a veterinary hospital, attempting to give an injection to a small, wriggling dog, that Xiurui 'Iris' Cui realized she didn’t want to be a vet after all. “It was quite a realization,” she says, laughing. “It was definitely not for me.” As an undergradua...

09/14/2026

If you’re ready to take the next giant leap in your agriculture career, join us for the Fall Career Fair on October 6 at the France A. Córdova Recreational Center. 💼

This event is a great opportunity for students and alumni to connect with employers, building professional networks and discover where a career in agriculture can take them.

Students of all majors and classes within the college are encouraged to attend – not just upperclassmen.

Start exploring career opportunities early: https://ag.purdue.edu/events/department/oap/2026/10/coa-fall-career-fair.html

09/11/2026

Whether you’re a home baker, cooking enthusiast or simply looking to learn a new skill, sourdough is a great place to start a new hobby. 🍞

But, did you know there’s science behind creating the perfect sourdough starter and, ultimately, the perfect loaf?

Click and swipe to learn ’s recipe for success. 👉

Explore the science behind sourdough: https://ag.purdue.edu/news/2026/04/the-science-behind-sourdough.html

09/10/2026

During Indiana College GO! Week on September 21–27, Indiana residents can apply to for free—no $60 application fee required.

Ready to grow your future? 🌱

Apply to take your first step toward becoming a Boilermaker. 💛🖤

Your Purdue journey starts here. As an Indiana student, you’ll find everything you need to explore Purdue and prepare for what’s next — from campus visits and special events to scholarships…