Petrus Langenhoven and Nathan Shoaf (Purdue Extension) attended the 2025 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. Langenhoven co-authored an oral presentation, presented by Shoaf, titled “Integration of Cover Crops and Compost Applications: Evidence-Based Approaches for Enhancing Soil Health in Indiana Urban Agricultural Systems,” and presented a poster, co-authored by Shoaf, on…Read more about HLA Faculty Present Research at National Horticulture Conference[Read More]
“Tomato Seedling Performance in Five Commercial Organic Growing Media with and without Supplemental Fertilizer” co-authored by Liz Maynard, Wenjing Guan, Petrus Langenhoven and Lori Hoagland was published in HortTechnology on June 18.
On July 10, 2025, HLA members Petrus Langenhoven (Vegetable Extension Specialist), Barrett Wilson (Hydroponic Research Operations Administrator), and Nathan Shoaf (Urban Agriculture Assistant Program Leader, Purdue Extension) had the unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge world of vertical farming at 80 Acres Farms in Florence, Kentucky. Their guide? None other than 2019 HLA alumnus Alex…Read more about Exploring Agricultural Innovation with HLA Alumnus at 80 Acres Farms[Read More]
On April 30, 2025, Petrus Langenhoven presented a virtual talk to a mix of 10-12 grade students at the Sequoyah High School STEM Institute in Pasadena, CA. High school students joined in discussion about how sustainable controlled environment agriculture is. His presentation was titled ‘Soilless Crop Production: An Intensive Agriculture Solution.’
The Community Standards Committee recently hosted another successful event in their Lunch and Learn Series, featuring a fascinating presentation on South Africa by Petrus Langenhoven and Miné van der Berg. Attendees were treated to an authentic South African culinary experience with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The menu showcased traditional South African dishes, accompanied by…Read more about Community Standards Committee Hosts South African Lunch and Learn[Read More]
HLA was well-represented at the Indiana Small Farm Conference this year. Petrus Langenhoven presented a session during the Resilient Ag track titled “Impact of Soil Fertility Amendments and Cover Cropping on Soil Health” with Nathan Shoaf. Chris Adair presented a session during the Vegetables track titled “Efficiency Hacks Part II” alongside Roger and Mary Winstead…Read more about HLA Members Presented at Indiana Small Farm Conference[Read More]
The Midwest Mint Growers Conference successfully concluded today after two days of productive sessions, demonstrations, and networking opportunities for mint producers across the region. Hosted by Petrus Langenhoven, HLA liaison to the Indiana Mint Market Research and Development Council, and Meredith Cobb of Ag Research, the conference attracted growers from Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, as…Read more about Midwest Mint Growers Conference Brings Industry Leaders Together in Lafayette[Read More]
Vegetable specialists joined colleagues from across the Midwest and Northeast at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory in Fort Wayne Feb. 4-6 for networking, education, and planning the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide. HLA faculty attending and their presentations: Stephen Meyers: An Introduction to Purdue Vegetable Weed Science Petrus Langenhoven: A Two-System Approach to Soil Health and Nutrient…Read more about HLA Faculty Attended Planning Event for Midwest Vegetable Production Guide[Read More]
The 2025 Indiana Horticulture Conference welcomed 200+ attendees and 19 vendors to the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville, IN on January 14-15th. It was great to catch up with old friends and meet some new faces. Speakers traveled from as far as Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. Anderson Orchard took home the gold…Read more about 2025 Indiana Horticulture Conference Draws Over 200 Attendees and 19 Vendors[Read More]
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