{"id":42286,"date":"2026-10-14T13:46:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T17:46:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/?p=42286"},"modified":"2026-10-13T15:51:44","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T19:51:44","slug":"purdue-extensions-regional-teams-are-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/purdue-extensions-regional-teams-are-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Purdue Extension’s Regional Teams Are Here: Connecting Communities with Expertise and Opportunity"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"2023<\/a>For more than 100 years, Purdue Extension<\/a> has worked alongside Indiana communities, helping residents access research-based information, trusted expertise and local support. Now, an exciting new chapter is underway.<\/p>\n

As part of Purdue Extension’s transformation to a statewide structure with 12 regional teams, Indiana communities will have greater access to specialized expertise, stronger collaboration across counties and new opportunities to connect with Extension professionals. Purdue Extension has transitioned to a regional model designed to bring together experts from agriculture and natural resources, health and human sciences, community development and 4-H while continuing to serve local needs throughout the state.<\/p>\n

Stay Connected Through New Regional Websites and Facebook Pages<\/strong>
\nEach regional team now has its own online presence where community members can learn about programs, meet team members, discover upcoming events and find resources tailored to their area. These regional websites<\/a> will serve as hubs for sharing local success stories, educational opportunities and ways to engage with Purdue Extension.<\/p>\n

Be sure to follow your regional Purdue Extension office on Facebook to stay connected with local events, educational opportunities, resources and success stories from your area.<\/p>\n

Region 1: Northwest (website coming soon)
\nFacebook: Purdue Extension Northwest Region<\/a>
\nCounties served: Jasper, Lake, LaPorte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski, Starke and White<\/p>\n

Region 2: North (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension North Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, Marshall and St. Joseph<\/p>\n

Region 3: Northeast (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension Northeast Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Wells and Whitley<\/p>\n

Region 4: North Central (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension North Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Cass, Carroll, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Miami and Tipton<\/p>\n

Region 5: West Central<\/a>
\nFacebook: Purdue Extension West Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served: Benton, Fountain, Montgomery, Parke, Putnam, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, Vigo and Warren<\/p>\n

Region 6: Central (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, Hancock, Madison and Marion<\/p>\n

Region 7: East Central<\/a>
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension East Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Henry, Jay, Randolph, Rush, Union and Wayne<\/p>\n

Region 8: Southwest Central (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension Southwest Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Clay, Daviess, Greene, Knox, Martin, Owen and Sullivan<\/p>\n

Region 9: South Central (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension South Central Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Bartholomew, Brown, Jackson, Johnson, Lawrence, Monroe, Morgan and Shelby<\/p>\n

Region 10: Southeast (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension Southeast Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Decatur, Dearborn, Franklin, Jennings, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland<\/p>\n

Region 11: Southwest (website coming soon)
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension Southwest Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Dubois, Gibson, Perry, Pike, Spencer, Vanderburgh, Warrick and Posey<\/p>\n

Region 12: South
\nFacebook:<\/em> Purdue Extension South Region<\/a>
\nCounties served:<\/em> Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Orange, Scott and Washington<\/p>\n

Explore Regional Highlights<\/strong>
\nPurdue Extension Announces Regional Operations Leaders<\/a>, Purdue Extension News
\nExtension Launches Transformation<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nSee Regional Impact in Action, Purdue Extension – West Central Impact, Creating Healthier Environments for Young Children<\/a>
\nEast Central Impact, From Research to the Field: Regional Collaboration at OPAC Field Day<\/a><\/p>\n

Purdue Extension’s regional structure is built around a simple goal: helping communities thrive by connecting people with the expertise, resources and partnerships they need.<\/p>\n

As these regional teams continue to grow, we invite you to explore your regional website, follow your regional Facebook page and discover new opportunities to connect with Purdue Extension.
\nFind your region. Follow your team. Stay connected.<\/strong><\/p>\n

More Resources:<\/strong>
\nAgriculture & Natural Resources (ANR)<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nFind Your Purdue Extension County Office<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nPurdue Extension 2025 Annual Impact Report<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nFacebook<\/a>, Purdue Extension
\nSubscribe – Purdue Extension YouTube Channel<\/a>
\nGot Nature? Blog<\/a>, Purdue Extension – Forestry & Natural Resources (FNR)
\nAsk an Expert<\/a>, Purdue Extension – FNR
\nDownload Free Publications<\/a>, Purdue Extension – FNR
\nSubscribe to Purdue Extension – FNR YouTube Channel<\/a> (videos include: aquaculture, fish management, urban and forestry management, natural resource planning, wildlife and sustainable biomaterials)
\nPurdue Extension resource center with additional publications – The Education Store<\/a><\/p>\n

Purdue Extension<\/a><\/p>\n

Diana Evans<\/a>, Extension and Web Communication Specialist
\nPurdue University Department of Forestry and Natural Resources<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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