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09/18/2026

🌻 Sunflowers are a popular choice for cut flower growers, but strong sales do not always translate into strong profits. Purdue Horticulture and Landscape Architecture's new publication explains how the HortCalculator can help growers compare costs, estimate returns and make informed production decisions.

Get this free publication from the Education Store: https://edustore.purdue.edu/ho-350-w.html

09/17/2026

The Gearing Up for Safety program equips young farm workers with the knowledge and skills to prevent injuries and stay safe on the job. Learn more about this training developed by Purdue University ABE experts: https://www.asec.purdue.edu/tractor/index.html

09/17/2026

🎙️ The latest episode of the "Your Farm" Podcast: Is your pond healthy—or quietly headed for trouble? Purdue Extension-Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator David Osborne breaks down the biggest pond-management problems Indiana landowners need to watch for—and what it takes to keep ponds healthy, productive and ready for livestock, recreation, fishing and wildlife.

The "Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a Podcast Network" is sponsored by Indiana Farm Bureau—A Unified Voice for Agriculture.

09/16/2026

When August storms brought tornadoes, flooding and power outages to communities across Indiana, Purdue University Health and Human Sciences Extension educators got to work sharing information on food safety, generator safety, boil-water advisories, storm scams and more.

Read more about the statewide response and how educators are working with Indiana PREPared to help communities prepare for future emergencies. https://www.purdue.edu/hhs/news/2026/09/purdue-hhs-extensions-rapid-response-to-tornados-floods-helps-hoosiers-statewide/

09/16/2026

The invasive two-spotted cotton leafhopper has been confirmed in Indiana for the first time. While it is not expected to survive an Indiana winter, it is a regulated pest that could cause problems for nurseries and greenhouses. Learn more from the Purdue Landscape Report: https://purduelandscapereport.org/article/first-detection-of-the-invasive-two-spotted-cotton-leafhopper-in-indiana/

09/15/2026

Emerald Ash Borer University is back with a new season of free forest health webinars. The first session, September 29 at 1 p.m. EST, will highlight research from University of Minnesota focused on slowing the belowground spread of oak wilt through connected root systems.

Emerald Ash Borer University is a partnership among Purdue University, Michigan State University and The Ohio State University. Register at https://www.emeraldashborer.info/eab-u

09/15/2026

🍎 Get ready to CRUNCH this October! The Indiana Apple Crunch invites schools, businesses, youth organizations and community groups across Indiana to celebrate National Farm to School Month by purchasing local apples and taking part in this statewide celebration. Learn more: https://www.ingrown4schools.com/indiana-great-apple-crunch

09/14/2026

🏠 Property values are often part of the conversation when large wind and solar projects are proposed. On October 7th, Purdue Extension Community Development Program will host a webinar featuring findings from two reports that looked at Indiana home sales near large wind and utility-scale solar projects. The webinar runs from noon to 1 p.m. ET and is free to attend with registration. https://apain.wildapricot.org/event-6773341?_ga=2.251489734.1184996828.1789376654-998375797.1774035421

09/14/2026

When you have a question about a plant disease, a lawn issue or something that just doesn't look right in the garden, Purdue Extension works to connect you with research-based information. Purdue Extension Master Gardener coordinators recently gathered for training on plant disease diagnosis, soil health, w**d management and other topics that can help support local programs and educational efforts across Indiana.

Ten educators from across Indiana gathered at the John S. Wright Center on September 10 for the Purdue Extension Master Gardener Coordinator Train-the-Trainer program. Organized by John Orick, Karen Mitchell, and Pam Fisher, the day-long workshop focused on plant disease diagnosis and hands-on educa