Dr. Ariana Torres joined the South Dakota Specialty Producers Association podcast to talk about the Purdue HortCalculator. On the podcast, Dr. Torres talked about the intersection of specialty crops and market access, and why connecting research with real-world farmer needs is so important. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcGR-peNsJU
The Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day proved that dedicated growers won’t let summer temperatures dampen their enthusiasm for learning. Despite the hot weather, 63 attendees gathered at the Purdue Student Farm yesterday to participate in comprehensive demonstrations and presentations focused on small-scale farming solutions. The event, co-hosted by the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and…Read more about Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day Draws 63 Attendees Despite Summer Heat[Read More]
2026 Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference Save the date for our new merged conference for horticultural crop growers and small farmers! PARP, CCH and CCA continuing education credits will be available. Coordinated by Purdue Extension Diversified Farming and Food Systems and the Purdue Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. March 3–5 Hendricks County Fairgrounds…Read more about Save the Date – Indiana Horticulture and Small Farm Conference[Read More]
The Purdue Student Farm has been named the recipient of the prestigious Purdue Agriculture 2025 TEAM Award, recognizing its outstanding collaborative efforts and impact across the university and community. This vibrant initiative is powered by a dedicated team of students, staff, and faculty who work across disciplines to cultivate more than just crops. The farm…Read more about Purdue Student Farm To Be Honored with 2025 TEAM Award[Read More]
Peter Hirst led the Indiana Horticulture Society Field Day that was generously hosted by Chandler’s Orchard in Fillmore, IN. We toured their apple, strawberry and vegetable operations. Miranda Purcell, Steve Meyers and Wenjing Guan were in attendance as well as members of the Meyers lab & Hoagland lab.
The 2025 Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day took place on July 8 at the W.H. Daniel Turfgrass Research and Diagnostic Center in West Lafayette, drawing professionals from across Indiana and the Midwest. In addition to the 350 attendees, there were 30 exhibitors featured in the trade show. The event began in the morning with…Read more about Purdue Turf and Landscape Field Day Recap – Don’t miss this event in 2026![Read More]
The latest editions of Facts for Fancy Fruit, Vegetable Crops Hotline, and Purdue Landscape Report are now available online.
Peonies are beloved for their lush blooms and longevity, making them a staple in many Indiana gardens. Purdue Extension has just released a revised edition of “Growing Peonies in the Indiana Landscape,” offering gardeners updated, research-based guidance for success with these classic perennials. Authored by a team of Purdue experts—Karen Mitchell, Courtney Lockwood, John Orick,…Read more about Updated Purdue Extension Publication – Growing Peonies in Indiana[Read More]
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