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Earlier this week in Washington, D.C., discussions highlighted Purdue Extension and the programs serving communities across Indiana. It was a chance to connect that impact to the bigger picture. Learn more about #PurdueExtension at extension.purdue.edu.

If you filled out an Indiana 4-H scholarship application, consider Youth In Action! Teens aged 15–19 are invited to apply for the chance to tell their 4-H impact story and win a $5K educational scholarship! Visit purdue.ag/4hyia to learn more and apply before April 13.

Time outside increases as temperatures rise, and ticks may be active as well. @PurdueInsects experts share tips like wearing light colored clothing, staying on trails and checking pets after outdoor activities. ag.purdue.edu/news/2026/03/t…

The 2026 @NatlAgrAbility National Training Workshop kicked off this week in Traverse City, Michigan alongside a major winter storm. While some plans changed, many are still there learning, sharing and connecting with others committed to supporting farmers and ranchers nationwide.

A new beetle that attacks Tree-of-Heaven was found in Indiana. Invasive vs. invasive! purduelandscapereport.org/article/beetle…

What can you expect at the You Make THE Difference workshop? ✅Real strategies to raise money ✅Tools to recruit and retain volunteers ✅Solutions to beat burnout ✅Led by award-winning humanitarian & fair advocate Ian Hill 🔗Register: purdue.ag/YouMakeTheDiff…

The first @PurdueLandscape Report of 2026 is out! This issue kicks off a new season of updates on insects, diseases, invasive species and other topics affecting landscapes across Indiana. purduelandscapereport.org/article/9212/

Behind the St. Patrick’s Day symbol is a plant many people have never heard of. 🍀 The shamrocks sold in stores are usually Oxalis, an ornamental houseplant prized for its green or purple leaves that respond to light. Learn more from @PurdueHortLA: purdue.edu/hla/sites/yard…

Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🍀 While shamrocks are welcome this time of year, clover mites are not. If these tiny red pests start showing up indoors, @PurdueInsects has tips to help you prevent and manage them. Download the free #PurdueExtension guide here: edustore.purdue.edu/e-59-w.html

As the 2026 growing season approaches planting decisions are already top of mind for many growers. 🌽 #PurdueExtension specialist Dan Quinn shares tips on planting conditions, soil temperature and more. Full article in the latest Pest & Crop Newsletter: extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pe…

Wind and solar development is a growing topic in communities across Indiana. Join @PurdueCDExt on April 8 for a Renewable Energy Siting through Technical Engagement and Planning webinar. Dr. Michael Hicks, director of the @BallStateCBER, will discuss the economic effects of local renewable energy restrictions. Register: apain.wildapricot.org/event-6604603

🌸 Cut flower growers can join a new free Lunch and Learn series from #PurdueExtension. The Growing Through the Seasons program will feature virtual sessions throughout the year focused on topics relevant to cut flower production. Register: bit.ly/CutFlwrLunch26

Graduation is approaching, which means 4-H’ers across the state are nearing the culmination of their 4-H experience! We want to hear what 4-H has meant to you. Please complete this survey at puext.in/2026_4H_Gradua… by April 1st, and you’ll receive a set of 4-H honor cords.

March is National Nutrition Month! #DYK Purdue Extension educators across Indiana are trained to offer ServSafe training and certification exams? Check out upcoming trainings here: ag.purdue.edu/department/ext…

Every farm family will face decisions about the future of their operation. #PurdueExtension Succession Planning Team's farm succession guide walks through topics like communication, finances and transferring management to the next generation. Download for free: edustore.purdue.edu/ec-817-w.html

Woodpeckers may not be musicians, but they are expert drummers. 🥁 #PurdueExtension agriculture and natural resources educator John Woodmansee explains that the tapping you hear helps them find food and communicate with other birds. It can also lead to damage on homes and trees. extension.purdue.edu/news/county/wh…

Stay ahead of weeds with the updated Turfgrass Weed Control for Professionals 2025 edition. This guide helps turfgrass professionals identify and manage weeds on a variety of turf systems. Available from the #PurdueExtension Education Store: edustore.purdue.edu/turf-100.html

After the severe weather that moved through parts of Indiana yesterday, it’s a reminder that the danger doesn’t always end when the storm passes. Experts from Indiana PREPared share what to watch for after tornadoes and high winds, from downed power lines to hidden cleanup hazards. youtube.com/watch?v=CgTQBB… 🌪️

Much of Indiana may see severe weather today and tomorrow, making Severe Weather Awareness Week a good reminder to take preparedness seriously. #PurdueExtension's Indiana PREPared shares resources on tornado response, flooding and severe weather readiness. Access them here: purdue.edu/engineering/AB…

Wind and weather can take a toll on young trees. In this episode of “A Woodland Management Moment,” #PurdueExtension forester Lenny Farlee explains how windbreaks can help protect young black walnut trees and support healthy growth. youtube.com/watch?v=LIrTWQ…