The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation’s largest scientific research-based information and education providers. It’s a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. Purdue Extension is a service tailored to meet the needs of Indiana, needs we know firsthand. Our educators, specialists, and volunteers live and work in all 92 Indiana counties. We provide the link between Land Grant research and Indiana citizens. In doing that, we provide practical solutions to local issues. We provide information and expertise that’s available in the form you want when you want it. That’s Purdue Extension, Indiana’s home team advantage.
The Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service program areas are Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Human Sciences, Economic and Community Development, 4-H Youth Development. Extension educators with agricultural and natural resource specialties offer programs and information on agricultural production and financial management for farmers, food and fiber processors, manufacturers, and consumers. We also provide expertise in environmental issues, natural resource conservation, and land use.
Where are we located?
Extension Educators can be found at your local County Extension Office;
Specialists can be found on campus or at Purdue Agricultural Centers throughout the state
Fruit & Vegetable Extension Specialists
Resources
Midwest Fruit Pest Management Guide (updated annually)
Midwest Vegetable Production Guide (updated annually)
The Purdue Education Store- Horticulture Extension Publications
Upcoming Events
Fruit Pruning Workshop | March 1, Lafayette, IN
Indiana Small Farms Conference | March 2-3, Danville, IN
Purdue Fruit and Vegetable Field Day | July 20, Lafayette, IN
Small Farm Education Field Day | July 27, West Lafayette, IN
How can you get involved?
Sign-up for the Facts for Fancy Fruit Newsletter
Sign-up for the Vegetable Crops Hotline