Purdue Extension Benton County

05/29/2026

⏰ One week left to register for the Madam Carroll 4-H Cruise!

Don’t miss this fun night of friends, music, and summer memories!
Registration closes June 5.
https://2026MCcruise.4honline.com

05/29/2026

Registration ends June 9th!

🌱 Dig into the world of agriculture at the 2026 Experience 4-H Crop & Soil Science Workshop!

Youth in grades 3–12 will explore soil health, drones, crop science, insects, and more through hands-on activities at Purdue University. 🚜

🌽 Register by June 9!

https://20264HCropSoilScienceDayatDTC.4honline.com

05/29/2026

It’s 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 Friday at Farmers & Merchants Bank! 🚜🥫

Today, our team is dressing casual to support 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 and their “Stock the Trailer” food drive during fair week. The event helps collect food donations for local food pantries while encouraging youth leadership and community involvement.

Community members can help by donating non-perishable food items during the event or dropping donations off at participating locations today. Every can, box, and bag donated helps support local families facing food insecurity.

Let’s come together to help “Stock the Trailer” and support our community! ❤️

05/28/2026

There is still time to register for this free event in Fowler on June 3rd. Use this link to register: https://www.ccsin.org/event-details/big-pine-creek-field-day-reducing-inputs-in-a-variable-market The 5 day weather looks great for getting field work done so you can come join us next Wednesday for the field day.

05/27/2026

Please help us welcome our 4-H Summer Intern, Kaysie! 🍀
We’re excited to have her on the team!

05/27/2026

Calling ALL YOUTH interested in agriculture, science, and hands-on learning!

Join Purdue Extension for the 2026 Crop & Soil Science Workshop on June 16 from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at the Purdue University Crop Diagnostic Training & Research Center in West Lafayette. Lunch is provided!

Youth in grades 3–12 will explore interactive activities like:
🌽 Corn & soybean growth stages
🪱 Soil pits and soil health demonstrations
🚁 High-tech agriculture with sensors & drones
🐞 Scouting insects in forage fields
🌾 Grain storage safety
🧪 Understanding pesticide labels & protective equipment
🔍 Agronomic scavenger hunt
🌱 Proper soil sampling and fertilizer recommendations

4-H membership is NOT required — all youth are welcome!

📅 Register by June 9, 2026 👇https://20264hcropsoilsciencedayatdtc.4honline.com/ #/public/ins_o/evt_4fn
📍 Purdue University Agronomy Center for Research & Education
4530 US-52, West Lafayette, IN

05/26/2026

Join Purdue Extension for the Big Pine Creek Field Day: Reducing Inputs in a Variable Market!

Learn from industry experts and explore the latest in agriculture technology, conservation, and crop management strategies during this hands-on field day event.

📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
🕘 9:00 a.m.–Noon EDT
🍽 Lunch provided following the program
📍 Albertson Truck Wash
755 W SR 18, Fowler, IN 47944

Featured topics and speakers include:
🌾 Navigating the new Endangered Species Rules
🚁 Drone technology in agriculture
🐄 Grower opportunities with Benton Dairy
📡 Ag technology innovations
🌱 Soil health and watershed research projects

Plus, visit additional displays from NRCS, Keystone Cooperative, Pence Group, and more!

RSVP by the end of the day on May 28 👇
https://www.ccsin.org/event-details/big-pine-creek-field-day-reducing-inputs-in-a-variable-market

05/26/2026

🍀 4-H Bingo Reminder! 🍀

Keep working on your Bingo to receive a $5 gift card to a local ice cream shop, or fill out the whole card to receive an admission and a kid's combo at the Fowler Theatre!

Bingo Cards are due by July 19th!

🍀 4-H Bingo Reminder! 🍀

Don’t forget to keep working on your 4-H Bingo sheet! ✅

Complete fun 4-H activities, learn new skills, help others, and see how many squares you can finish!

Whether you’ve completed one square or almost the whole card, every activity is a chance to grow, learn, and have fun the 4-H way. 🌟

📸 Be sure to track your progress and turn in your bingo sheet by July 19!

We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ve been doing! 💚

05/25/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 26, and will reopen Tuesday during regular business hours. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

05/22/2026

🌱 Dig into the world of agriculture at the 2026 Experience 4-H Crop & Soil Science Workshop!

Youth in grades 3–12 will explore soil health, drones, crop science, insects, and more through hands-on activities at Purdue University. 🚜

🌽 Register by June 9!

https://20264HCropSoilScienceDayatDTC.4honline.com