Farmer Recourse Planning for the Small-Scale Market Farmer Virtual via Zoom Get Your Farm Off To A Great Start! The goal of this 8-session program is to help new and beginning farmers find success through the creation of a practical action plan. The program helps farmers set goals, identify assets and challenges, and become aware[Read More…]
Education
Purdue Extension is pleased to offer a 6-week workshop for new or experienced cut flower growers. Focus on nurturing your business skills while networking with other cut flower growers in our upcoming Annie’s Project Cut Flower Grower workshop series, which will be held at various sites throughout Indiana and virtually from 6-9 PM on the[Read More…]
Purdue University Extension’s 2024 Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference will take place on November 1 and 2 in Kendallville, IN, at the Community Learning Center. Attendees will gain practical skills and knowledge needed to build a thriving, self-sufficient homestead. The hands-on conference will bring together local experts and passionate homesteaders, who will lead workshops on[Read More…]
Are you a local food producer interested in selling your products to restaurants, grocery stores, schools, or wholesale distributors? Or maybe you want to explore additional marketing options? Join us for the Market Ready Producer Training Program to gain the tools for business success! The program includes the training, lunch, a buyer panel, and a[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[Read More…]
Dear Melon Growers and Industry Friends, You are invited to tour the watermelon variety trials conducted at Southwest Purdue Ag Center in Vincennes, IN, on July 24, 10:00 am-1:00 pm EST. The variety trials include: A standard-sized seedless watermelon trial A person-sized seedless watermelon trial A seeded watermelon trial This is a self-guided tour. Extension[Read More…]
Time is running out to register for the annual Fruit and Vegetable Field Day July 18, 2024, at the Throckmorton/Meigs Horticulture Farm, Lafayette, IN. Registration ends on July 15th at 12:00 p.m. ET. Register here: Purdue Fruit and Vegetable Field Day The program is now available. Download HERE. Fruit and Veg Field Day 2024_Agenda FINAL_page1[Read More…]
The Produce Safety Alliance is offering an additional pilot of the Spanish Language Online Grower Training. This pilot course will be offered at no cost to the participants and is specifically for Spanish-speaking growers. If you know of any growers who would benefit from participating in an Online Grower Training, please contact Mariana Villarreal Silva[Read More…]
Date: September 4, 2024 Time: 3:00 – 8:00 PM EST Location: Southwest Purdue Ag Center, 4369 N Purdue Rd, Vincennes, IN 47591 Dinner Provided Join us for an informative workshop designed specifically for small-scale vegetable producers. This event will be held at the Southwest Purdue Ag Center in Vincennes, IN, on September 4th, 2024, from[Read More…]