Downy mildew has been observed in Knox County on cucumber. In addition, downy mildew on cucumber has been reported in central Michigan on cucumber and central and northern Ohio on cucumber and cantaloupe. The downy mildew race type found in Knox county that goes to cucumber and cantaloupe may also go to other cucurbits such…Read more about Cucumber Downy Mildew Found in Indiana[Read More]


Growers interested in growing strawberries on a plasticulture system can choose to use plug plants or bare-root plants. The pros and cons of using each of the planting materials was discussed in a previous article. This article will discuss the importance of planting dates for growers who chose to use plug plants.   In the…Read more about Getting Ready to Plant Strawberries in a Plasticulture System – Planting Date[Read More]


After three consecutive weeks of Indiana being drought free according to the US Drought Monitor, it looks like next month is favored to be drier than normal and cooler than normal. That does not necessarily imply drought is expected to return since rain events may still occur. However, the predicted amounts of rain are low,…Read more about Early August Predicted to be Cooler and Drier than Normal[Read More]



Please join us for the 2021 Hydroponics Workshop, hosted by Krishna Nemali! September 22, 2021 (8.30 am to 3.00 pm) (A daylong interactive learning session and hands-on activities related to greenhouse and indoor hydroponics)  Register online at https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCJPpWrODzqmO7Y  Deadline to register: September 19, 2021 (Registration is required to attend the workshop. Registration fee ($25) includes…Read more about Hydroponics Workshop[Read More]


WHAT:  An Indiana Pesticide Clean Sweep Project designed to collect and dispose of suspended, canceled, banned, unusable, opened, unopened or just unwanted pesticides (weed killers, insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, miticides, etc.) is being sponsored by the Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC). This disposal service is free of charge up to 250 pounds per participant. Over…Read more about Clean Sweep 2021[Read More]


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