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Publications, gardening guides, food preservation resources, Purdue honey, hot sauce, popcorn seasoning and more can all be found through the #PurdueExtension Education Store. Browse free downloads, educational materials and specialty items at edustore.purdue.edu

Bleeding conifers, painted hickory borers and the “sleep, creep, leap” stages of native gardens are all covered in the newest @PurdueLandscape Report. The report also looks at Indiana’s recent stretch of cool, rainy weather and how those conditions are affecting landscapes across the state. purduelandscapereport.org

Raising young kids can be rewarding, exhausting, confusing and everything in between. The Unlocking Childhood podcast brings together parents and experts from #PurdueExtension and @PurdueHDFS to talk through topics like sleep, nutrition, play, emotional regulation and caregiver wellbeing. puext.in/4woJZar

🍀 @Indiana4h'ers can take part in programs across the state focused on robotics, performing arts, leadership, shooting sports, drones and more. These statewide opportunities bring together young people from across Indiana through programs led by @LifeAtPurdue staff, faculty and volunteers. extension.purdue.edu/4-H/get-involv…

Hay drying conditions can change fast, and temperature, humidity, sunlight and soil moisture all play a role in when hay is ready to bale safely. @PurdueInsects shares how environmental conditions can affect drying time and moisture levels in the field. extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pe…

Unmanned aerial vehicles are giving farmers, landowners and communities a better way to scout fields, monitor livestock and gather useful data. #PurdueExtension is helping more people learn how to use that technology safely and effectively through UAV training across Indiana. Learn more: extension.purdue.edu/uav

🔎Did you know that the PU DTC offers 🚜field scout training for early career agronomist and interns? With two training dates in '26 🌽(5/28 or 6/2), PU's specialists will cover diagnostics, diseases, pest and weed ID + crop development. Register today: cvent.me/PyermO

The Indiana Sheep Association is looking for candidates to fill three seats on the Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program board in 2026. It’s a good opportunity for producers to help shape outreach, promotion and research for Indiana’s sheep industry. extension.purdue.edu/news/2026/05/s…

Local food producers can join Market Ready in Shelbyville on May 14 to prepare for selling to wholesale markets. Learn the business skills needed to meet buyer expectations, including product quality, food safety and managing risk. The @ISDAgov is helping cover registration for eligible applicants. Contact sspeedy@purdue.edu to check eligibility. puext.in/4tTytSw

⛈️Heavy rain, high winds and lightning can leave trees in rough shape this time of year. @PurdueFNR shares how to spot damage and protect people and property after a storm: purdue.edu/fnr/extension/…

Spotted lanternflies are spreading in Indiana and showing up in more places each year. Robert Bruner, Purdue Extension exotic forest pest specialist, covers how to identify and manage them in “Management of Spotted Lanternfly,” available free from the Purdue Extension Education Store: edustore.purdue.edu/e-281-w.html

Small changes in the garden can make a big difference for local ecosystems. Join Purdue Extension and State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management on May 8 for 1:1 Native Replacements for Garden Invasives, the first session in a new series focused on protecting native landscapes and preventing invasive species. Register here: forms.gle/MSL7fFCT8VmQ4e…

May brings warmer days and plenty to do in the yard and garden. @PurdueHomeHort's May Garden Calendar covers what to plant, what to prune and what to watch for this month across lawns, landscapes and home gardens. puext.in/4cWEPtj

Thank you to everyone who supported #PurdueExtension and @Indiana4h during this year’s #PurdueDayofGiving! Your generosity makes it possible for us to continue serving communities in all 92 Indiana counties. We’re grateful for your partnership and belief in our mission!

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· 🍀 Project judging season gives @Indiana4h members the chance to explain their work, hear feedback and build skills they’ll use long after fair season ends. In the latest 4H4U podcast, @hoosieragtoday talks with Megan Skiba about how project judging helps young people grow in confidence, communication and leadership. hoosieragtoday.com/2026/04/24/ind…

Agrivoltaics combines solar energy and agricultural production on the same land. Join @PurdueCDExt and @PurdueISF on August 27 for research updates, planning tools and examples from across Indiana at the 2026 Indiana Land Use Summit. Register here: cvent.me/d7rYb3