Learn the fundamentals of hydroponic crop production at the Hydroponic Crop Production Workshop, offered Saturday, September 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Purdue University’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Greenhouse. This hands-on workshop is ideal for those interested in home or commercial-scale hydroponic systems and will be taught by experienced Purdue faculty….Read more about Hydroponic Crop Production Workshop[Read More]
Join Purdue Extension and the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture for a free webinar series on greenhouse production of specialty crops, running August through November. Held once a month on the third Wednesday from noon to 1:00 p.m., this series will feature presentations on the production of flowers, vegetables, and fruits grown in greenhouses….Read more about Webinar Series on Greenhouse Production of Specialty Crops[Read More]
The Nemali Lab has published a new article in Frontiers in Plant Science. The research was conducted by graduate student, Sangrak Son, with Drs. Lori Hoagland, Amanda Deering, and Jin Wei-Kocsis as committee members. Nutrient release and yield comparison between customized organic and conventional fertilizers in hydroponic lettuce production.
HLA faculty members Krishna Nemali and Stephen Meyers are serving as Fulbright Scholars this year, contributing to Purdue University’s distinction as a top producer of Fulbright scholars for the fifth consecutive year. Nemali is working in India on “Climate‑Smart Agriculture: Reducing Water Wastage and Increasing Nitrogen Use Efficiency Using Smart Sensors with Decision Support and…Read more about Nemali and Meyers Represent Purdue as Fulbright Scholars[Read More]
Dr. Krishna Nemali began the Fulbright program in India this month and recently presented at the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Advanced Computing and Technology (IMPACT 2026) held at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, India. Invited as a Guest of Honor, Dr. Nemali delivered a keynote address, sharing insights on “Guiding Principles…Read more about Dr. Krishna Nemali Shares Keynote Insights at IMPACT 2026 in India[Read More]
On Thursday, the HLA Social Committee brought colleagues together for an engaging Lunch and Learn celebrating the rich heritage of India. Krishna Nemali and Kranthi Varala led the session, sharing fascinating insights into their homeland. Krishna highlighted cultural traditions and practices, while Kranthi introduced us to the vibrant spices that make Indian cuisine so distinctive….Read more about HLA Social Committee Hosts Cultural Lunch and Learn[Read More]
Dr. Krishna Nemali visited G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT), Uttarakhand, India (the oldest Agricultural University in India) under GIAN (Global Initiate for Academic networks) program for two weeks between July 28 and August 8 to teach a short course on ‘Greenhouse Management and Technology’ to graduate students, junior faculty, and industry professionals,…Read more about Dr. Krishna Nemali Taught Short Course at GBPUAT[Read More]
Purdue University’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture is proud to announce that two faculty members have been honored with Fulbright Scholar Awards, recognizing their exceptional contributions to their respective fields. Dr. Stephen Meyers has been selected for the Fulbright Scholar Award for Australia. This prestigious recognition highlights Dr. Meyers’ exceptional and impactful research. 2…Read more about HLA Faculty Recognized with Prestigious Fulbright Scholar Awards[Read More]
The Nemali Lab has published an article titled “Enhancing phylloquinone levels using ultraviolet-A radiation in indoor farming” in PLOS One journal.