Purdue Extension Knox County

10/23/2026

Angie is getting started with her health and human science programming in Knox County. She is starting with a fun one all about apples. We look forward to her joining our team!

10/22/2026

For 2027, this is how 4-H enrollment will be processed. Please watch at your convenience and call us with any questions! 812-882-3509

10/22/2026

Did you know that the Southwest Indiana Ag and Natural Resource Extension Educators conduct wheat variety trials? If interested in the results from 2022-2026 you can find them on our website!

Programs typically offered in Knox County include hands-on, virtual, or classroom style classes for all ages.  Topics include agriculture production, marketing, risk management, and economics.  Agriculture technology specifically focused around using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones).  Introducto...

10/21/2026

💗💗 PINK FOR KEITH 💗💗

Let’s paint Knox County PINK! 💗
On Wednesday, October 28, we are asking our Knox County school communities to come together to support the Walton family and honor the life and memory of their beloved 9 year old son, Keith.

We invite South Knox, North Knox, Lincoln, and Rivet to join us in wearing Keith’s favorite color. PINK for Keith. Let’s fill our schools with pink shirts, pink ribbons, and lots of love as we stand together to remind the Walton family that they are not alone.

One community. Four school corporations. One big show of love and support. 💗

Let’s come together as Spartans, Warriors, Alices, and Patriots, as one Knox County family to honor Keith and surround the Walton family with love.

📅 Wednesday, October 28

👚 Wear PINK for Keith!

Please share this post and help spread the word so that all of Knox County can be part of this special tribute.
For Keith. For the Walton family. For our community. Together in PINK. 💗🎀

10/20/2026

Knox County 4-H joins the community in mourning over the passing of Keith Walton. Keith was a member of the Knox County 4-H Rabbit Club and exhibited his rabbit and goat last year at the Knox County Fair. Our thoughts go out to family and friends during this difficult time.

10/14/2026

Fumonisin, is a mycotoxin that can be toxic to horses, pigs, and can cause health issues in humans and has a history in Knox County. I have not heard of any reports this year however if you would like to stay up-to-date Purdue has a relatively new specialist that is posting research information and updates on many mycotoxins at:

CropTox Care is a plant pathology program led by Dr. Camila Nicolli, dedicated to advancing the health and safety of Indiana’s corn and wheat crops. Our laboratory and research program provides the latest research and management strategies for corn and wheat mycotoxins, helping farmers and agricul...

10/14/2026

🎙️ On the latest "Your Farm" Podcast: Indiana is a powerhouse in national fresh-market pumpkin production, but delivering a pristine harvest to market takes a relentless, year-round strategy! In this high-stakes episode, Stephen Meyers, Associate Professor of Purdue Horticulture, pulls back the curtain on the intensive 365-day operation required to protect high-value crops.

Whether you are optimizing a commercial operation or preparing fields for the next season, this discussion breaks down the critical decisions, pest control strategies, and data-driven techniques that keep Indiana at the forefront of the pumpkin industry.

The "Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a Podcast Network" is sponsored by Indiana Farm Bureau—A Unified Voice for Agriculture.

10/12/2026

Purdue Extension is proud to announce upcoming Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education programs for fall 2026, offering vital continuing education opportunities for commercial pesticide applicators across Indiana.
The workshops will be held at three locations throughout the state; Fort Wayne (Nov. 17), Alexandria (Nov. 18), and Chrisney (Dec. 9). Each session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. local time.
Participants will earn up to five continuing education credits in multiple categories, including: 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7A, 7B, 7D, 8, 11, and RT.
Registration is $80, which includes lunch, and must be completed at least one week prior to the selected workshop date. Full agendas, program details, and registration are available at: https://bit.ly/INPACE2026

10/09/2026

🍀It's National 4-H Week! We are saluting our Grand Champions from the 2026 Knox County Fair. 🍀