Andrew Flachs talked with Robin Hill on the Democracy Does Podcast in an episode called: Why Food Policy is Everyone’s Business. They talked about tariffs, farmer solidarity, and ways to account for the full costs and benefits of feeding local communities.
Purdue Extension highlights how farms and wineries are turning holiday traditions into memorable experiences. HLA Extension Specialists Kyle Daniel and Miranda Purcell share examples of agritourism—from Christmas tree farms offering festive activities to wineries hosting creative events. Read the full story: Why You Might Be a Tourist This Holiday Season.
Dr. Cale Bigelow partnered with Citizens Energy Group to encourage Indianapolis residents to conserve water through smarter lawn care practices. The video segment aired on WISH-TV on June 19th: Citizens Energy Group promotes water conservation efforts. Dr. Bigelow advises watering lawns no more than twice a week, noting that Indiana’s 40 inches of annual rainfall…Read more about Dr. Bigelow and Citizens Energy Urge Smarter Lawn Watering to Conserve Water[Read More]
Purdue Agriculture published a story featuring Karen Mitchell’s advice on taking care of house plants: How to transform your space with houseplants.
Karen Mitchell, Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist, shared her expert tips on starting a vegetable garden in Indiana for the Indianapolis Star article Growing vegetable gardens in Indiana can be a fun and flavorful. Here’s how to get started. She emphasized the importance of planning and selecting the right tools and plants to ensure a successful harvest.
Dr. Andrew Flachs (Associate Professor in Anthropology with a courtesy appointment in HLA) published an op-ed in the Indianapolis Star about the importance of free school meal programs with families and local food systems, including local agriculture: Free school meals save taxpayers money in the long run | Opinion.
Karen Mitchell discussed how to get into growing houseplants with Purdue Agriculture Communications: Unleash your inner gardener: discover the joy of houseplants this season. On Wednesday, January 16, WRTV Indianapolis interviewed her about the mental health benefits of houseplants: Feeling down this winter? Try adding houseplants to your home for a mood lift.
