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🧼 Handwashing is a simple skill that plays an important role in staying healthy. Check out these interactive videos from #PurdueExtension Health and Human Sciences that help youth understand germs, handwashing and healthy habits. https://t.co/OW9P9Y5en1

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Do you work with justice-involved individuals? Remote work training may be a flexible, accessible option to support reentry and skill-building. Learn more about @PurdueCDext 's Remote Work Certificate at https://t.co/BmOryQm9Mw

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Do you work with justice-involved individuals? Remote work training may be a flexible, accessible option to support reentry and skill-building. Learn more about @PurdueCDExt's Remote Work Certificate at https://t.co/BmOryQm9Mw

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⚾ #PurdueExtension and @Indiana4h are always a hit at the Indiana State Fair! Step up to the plate for interactive exhibits, hands-on activities and opportunities to connect with @LifeAtPurdue experts. See what's on deck August 7-23: https://t.co/ohRnJypJJ7

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MarketReady Producer Training is returning this August with a virtual program for local growers and value-added producers interested in expanding their markets. Participants will learn business skills to meet buyer expectations, including product quality, food safety and managing risk. Registration may be covered for eligible applicants through the @ISDAgov. Contact [email protected] to check eligibility. https://t.co/Yo0oGAbwQV

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On the latest "4-H 4U Podcast", Indiana 4-H ambassadors Morgan Keith and Sydney Bauman share their best advice on making the most of every opportunity at your local county fair in order to advance to the @IndyStateFair.

WATCH THE VIDEO PODCAST: https://t.co/DLT5BlA5FX

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Indiana gardeners and homeowners should watch for hammerhead worms. These invasive flatworms feed on beneficial soil organisms that keep soil healthy. If you find one, don't cut or crush it! Learn what to do if you spot one from @PurdueLandscape: https://t.co/sqtdNPaIOE

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#WorldChocolateDay is the perfect excuse to appreciate the science behind a great chocolate bar. Tempering gives chocolate its glossy finish, smooth melt and signature snap. 🍫 Learn more from @PurdueFoodSci in this free publication from the #PurdueExtension Education Store: https://t.co/scoCsbufNm

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Technology changes fast but learning it doesn't have to be overwhelming. 📱Through @PurdueCDExt's Digital Skills Lessons, Purdue Extension educators are helping people across Indiana build confidence with smartphones, computers and online safety. https://t.co/kEocVza0HH

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Some of the best gardening advice for July is surprisingly simple. 🍅 Pick vegetables before they get oversized. Water deeply instead of often. Raise your mower a little during hot weather. Find more tips in @PurdueHomeHort's July Garden Calendar. https://t.co/EjRdCX8sel

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The farmer-crafters at Bundle Sticks Farm are looking forward to welcoming visitors for the Broomcorn for Organic Transition Field Day on August 10. This small, diversified farm grows broomcorn, willow, native plants and more with crafting in mind. Learn about different broomcorn varieties and how they can help farmers transition to organic production. Register for free: https://t.co/DViILporTz

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🔆 Heat waves can take a toll on gardens, but don't panic if your plants look a little rough. @PurdueHortLA Extension specialist Karen Mitchell explains why some signs of stress are normal and shares simple ways to help plants bounce back. https://t.co/UGPfJ5r0yh

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If you're planning to attend a Purdue Extension event this year, the #PurdueExtension Education Store's Events page is a good place to start. It's updated regularly with events happening across Indiana, so check back often to see the latest additions: https://t.co/RMKz6PAdbQ

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The Northern Indiana Organic Field Day is back! Join us August 5 at IMS Dairy in Nappanee for a full day focused on organic farming. Learn about weed management, cow and calf health, hear from experienced organic farmers and take a guided walk through the fields. This event is free. Register at https://t.co/gQj6AIyDL8 or call 574-533-0554.

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What is broomcorn, and how can it help farmers transition to organic production? Find out at the Broomcorn for Organic Transition Field Day at Bundle Sticks Farm and Education Center! Hosted by the @OrganicIndiana, this free event includes a broomcorn harvest. Register at https://t.co/DViILpoZJ7 or call 765-496-6362.

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Too hot to play outside? ☀️ Before you hear "I'm bored" one more time, check out these five easy indoor activities from #PurdueExtension Extension Community Childcare. They're fun for kids and support early learning. https://t.co/lk3fu6dibx

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County fairs are happening across Indiana now through August. Support local @Indiana4h members, enjoy the exhibits and make plans to visit a fair near you. 🍀 Find 2026 fair dates: https://t.co/cC0t0aq62X

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Firefly or lightningbug? Around #Indiana, you'll hear both. From the science behind their glow to the story behind their name, there's more to these beneficial beetles than you might expect. Learn more about Indiana's official state insect from Purdue Extension's John Woodmansee. https://t.co/yezNXqCpPv

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Recent storms have brought flooding and damage to parts of Indiana, and hotter temperatures are expected this week. 🥵 IN-PREPared and @ExtDisasterEd has resources to help before, during and after severe weather. https://t.co/mPLFUE0bdP

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Drainage and soil health are important considerations when evaluating solar development on farmland. Join @PurdueCDExt for a free webinar covering what landowners should know before making decisions. https://t.co/9SXaUJ2bYR