Rooted and Resilient Homesteading Conference

Join fellow gardeners, homesteaders, and lifelong learners at the 2026 Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference, a two-day event focused on practical skills for building a thriving and self-sufficient homestead. Participants can explore topics ranging from gardening, composting, food preservation, and plant propagation to livestock management, beekeeping, soil health, and homestead business planning. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your skills, this conference offers valuable education, hands-on learning, and opportunities to connect with experts and other homesteaders.

Date: November 6-7, 2026
Location: Community Learning Center, 401 E. Diamond St., Kendallville, Indiana

Registration: Open through November 5, 2026. Registration includes access to one or both conference days. Youth pricing is available, and children under 5 attend free with an accompanying adult.

Featured Topics Include:

• Gardening and Master Gardener Q&A
• Composting and soil improvement
• Plant propagation and small fruit production
• Food preservation and fermentation
• Beekeeping basics
• Livestock health and management
• Herbs, spices, and medicinal plants
• Seed saving and value-added products
• Homestead finances and grant opportunities

Special Keynote:
Dr. Fred Whitford, Purdue University, will present Homesteading, Extension & the Seeds of Knowledge, exploring the connections between early homesteading, Indiana agriculture, and the history of Purdue Extension.

For complete conference details, schedules, and registration information, visit the Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference webpage.