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Poison ivy and an image of Lenny Farlee instructing.

Invasive species are disrupting our ecosystems. Whether plant or insect,
Purdue Extension experts are helping reduce their impact.

Southwest tree damage or frost cracking.

Have you checked your trees this winter? Cold temperatures and
winter sun can lead to sunscald and frost cracking. Find out what to do.

Private Woodland Owner Course Banner

Do you want to learn more about trees, forests and how to better manage your woodlands for a variety
of purposes? Check out these Private Woodland Owner Course events to learn all about forest management.

Drs. Zhao Ma and Mike Saunders receiving Family Forests Comprehensive Education Award for FNR Extension team.

FNR Extension honored with national Family Forests Comprehensive Education Award. Celebrating a
program that empowers landowners and promotes sustainable forest management.

Nine-branded armadillo images, Unexpected Plants and Animals of Indiana.

Why are we seeing more armadillos in Indiana? Discover how this surprising
species is expanding its range and what it means for our local ecosystems.

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Recent Blog Posts

  • A Woodland Management Moment: Windbreak Around Walnut Plantings
    Posted: March 3, 2026 in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Woodland Management Moment
  • Getting Certified as an Indiana Certified Prescribed Burn Manager
    Posted: March 2, 2026 in How To, Urban Forestry, Woodlands
  • Uniting Indiana Residents Against Invasive Species
    Posted: February 27, 2026 in Community Development, Invasive Insects, Wildlife
  • Have You Seen a Soaring Eagle Lately? Morning Ag Clips
    Posted: February 25, 2026 in Urban Forestry, Wildlife
  • Register for Natural Resources Teacher Institute’s Class of 2026
    Posted: February 19, 2026 in Forestry, Wildlife, Woodlands
  • Applications Open for the 2026 Lake Guardian Shipboard Science Immersion
    Posted: in Aquatic/Aquaculture Resources, Great Lakes, Wildlife
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Upcoming Events

March 7: Prescribed Fire for Managers
March 7: Chainsaw Workshop for Landowners
March 21: World Forestry Day
March 21: Ohio River Valley Woodland & Wildlife Landowner Workshop
March 21: Learn-N-Burn Woodland RX Workshop – SIPAC
March 22: World Water Day
March 28: Learn-N-Burn Grassland RX Workshop – Vermillion
March 31: Deadline for Indiana Natural Resources Teacher Institute (NRTI)
April 1: Tree Bucking – Hardwood University
April 7: National Wildlife Week