Agriculture and Natural Resources
Complied by Diane Turner - Hamilton County Educator
Purdue Extension - Hamilton County
The mission of Purdue Extension is to provide a 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.
Purdue Production Newsletters
- Pest and Crop Update - September 4, 2015
- The Chat and Chew Cafe - Agronomy - September 1, 2015
- Vegetable Crops Hotline Issue #605 - September 3, 2015
Check out the Beef Roundtable Monthly Webcast
Beef producers have a new resource to help them keep up with rapidly changing trends and topics in the industry - a monthly, 15-minute video webcast produced by Purdue University's Department of Animal Sciences in cooperation with BEEF Magazine. The next episode is scheduled to be posted on September 15th on "The Beef Roundtable" website at and the BEEF Magazine website.
Upcoming Training Events and Opportunities
Event Information
Beginning Farmer Tours
These workshops will offer farmers insights about topics like funding opportunities, building community partnerships, and finding institutional markets. Tours involve a number of independent farmers: from pastured poultry to organic vegetables, to urban agriculture. Register here.
When?
Tuesday, Sep 8, 2015, 08:00 AM
Where?
Purdue Extension - Marion County and Growing Places Indy
Event Information
Indiana Flower Growers Association Educational Conference
You are invited to attend the 33rd Annual Indiana Flower Growers Association (IFGA) Educational Conference which will be held at the Purdue Beck Agricultural Center in West Lafayette, IN on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. The Indiana Flower Growers Association (IFGA) and Purdue Extension are jointly sponsoring this year’s Educational Sessions. Early Registration discounts end on September 15th. Click here to view the flyer.
When?
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2015, 08:30 AM
Where?
Purdue Beck Agricultural Center - West Lafayette, IN
About Diane Turner
Diane is the Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator for Hamilton County, Indiana. Her responsibilities include support for commercial agriculture producers, homeowners, and coordinating the Master Gardener Program. Feel free to call or email her with questions.
Email: turnerda@purdue.edu
Website: https://extension.purdue.edu/hamilton
Location: 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville, IN, United States
Phone: 317-776-0854