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As National Farm Safety and Health Week comes to a close, we're highlighting one example of Purdue Extension's impact. After a local Indiana fire department reached out for help, Extension educators trained 110 firefighters, first responders and emergency personnel on grain bin rescue and confined-space safety. Preparing for emergencies before they happen can save lives. @AgIsAmerica has more: agisamerica.org/grain-bin-sa…
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Purdue Extension's Land of Opportunity conference gives farmland owners a chance to hear from specialists, educators and other professionals on topics affecting their land and its future. Learn about leases, succession planning, soil health and more. Attend Oct. 5 in Wabash or Oct. 6 in Terre Haute. Register by Sept. 29: ag.purdue.edu/department/ext…
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A lot of knowledge, experience and dedication came together at the Beck Agricultural Center this week. Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources educators, specialists and staff from across Indiana gathered for their annual retreat to learn from one another, share ideas and strengthen the work they do every day with farmers, landowners and communities.
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Grain bin hazards can turn deadly in seconds. Purdue Extension farm safety specialist Bill Field shares the facts behind grain entrapments and why shutting down equipment, locking out power and never entering alone matter. Read more from @farmdaily: farmprogress.com/crops/grain…
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Was able to spend last week traveling East-Central Indiana with @DTelenko and @PurdueSoybean. Very eye opening and disheartening to see the impacts from the early August storms and flooding on the crops in this area of the state. @PurdueExtension @PurdueAg @PurdueAgryExt
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🎓✨ Hey Indiana 4-H Seniors! ✨🎓 It’s College Application Week—time to take that big step toward your future! 🚀 College Application Week is part of College GO!, a nationwide initiative helping seniors like YOU navigate the admissions process. More: learnmoreindiana.org/college…
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🍂 The first day of fall is a good reminder that gardening season isn't over yet. @PurdueHortLA Extension specialist Karen Mitchell shares tips for helping your garden and lawn head into winter in good shape, from fall fertilizing to planning ahead for next year's blooms. extension.purdue.edu/news/20…
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It’s National Farm Safety and Health Week, with today’s focus on equipment and rural roadway safety. 🚜 Purdue Extension’s Indiana Transportation Regulations helps Indiana farmers navigate regulations for transporting farm equipment and supplies on public roads Purchase your copy from the #PurdueExtension Education Store: edustore.purdue.edu/ppp-111.…
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National Farm Safety and Health Week is here! 🚜 #PurdueExtension is sharing reminders about staying safe during harvest season and highlighting Indiana PREPared resources on emergency preparedness, combine safety and field fire prevention. Read more: extension.purdue.edu/news/co…
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🌻Sunflowers are a popular choice for cut flower growers, but strong sales do not always translate into strong profits. @PurdueHortLA's new publication explains how the HortCalculator can help growers compare costs, estimate returns and make informed production decisions. Free download: edustore.purdue.edu/ho-350-w…
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The Gearing Up for Safety program equips young farm workers with the knowledge and skills to prevent injuries and stay safe on the job. Learn more about this training developed by @PurdueABE experts: asec.purdue.edu/tractor/inde…
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The invasive two-spotted cotton leafhopper has been confirmed in Indiana for the first time. While it is not expected to survive an Indiana winter, it is a regulated pest that could cause problems for nurseries and greenhouses. Learn more from the @PurdueLandscape: purduelandscapereport.org/ar…
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🎙️ On the latest episode of the "Your Farm" Podcast: Is your pond healthy—or quietly headed for trouble? @PurdueExtension's David Osborne breaks down the biggest pond-management problems landowners need to watch for. WATCH THE VIDEO PODCAST: piped.video/watch?v=Vl-VmLSK…
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Emerald Ash Borer University is back with a new season of free forest health webinars. The first session, September 29 at 1 p.m. EST, will highlight research from @UMNews focused on slowing the spread of oak wilt. Register at emeraldashborer.info/eab-u
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🍎 Get ready to CRUNCH this October! The Indiana Apple Crunch invites schools, businesses, youth organizations and community groups across Indiana to celebrate National Farm to School Month by purchasing local apples and taking part in this statewide celebration. Learn more: ingrown4schools.com/indiana-…
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🏠 Property values are often part of the conversation when large wind and solar projects are proposed. On Sept. 16, @PurdueCDExt will host a webinar featuring findings from two reports that looked at Indiana home sales near large wind and utility-scale solar projects. The webinar runs from noon to 1 p.m. ET and is free to attend. APA-Indiana - Indiana Renewables and the Residential Real Estate Market
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A recent @PurdueMG coordinator training combined classroom learning with hands-on demonstrations covering everything from turf diseases and soil testing to weed management and plant problem diagnosis. Educators from across Indiana left with new resources, fresh ideas and activities they can use in their local programs. purdue.edu/hla/sites/hla-hap…
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🌳 Fall is a great time to add a tree to your landscape, but staking a newly planted tree may not always be necessary. #PurdueExtension educator John Woodmansee shares when support systems can help and when they may do more harm than good. Read more: extension.purdue.edu/news/co…
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