Purdue Extension Wabash County

09/03/2026

Join us on October 5th in Wabash for this great program!
Register and learn more: https://bit.ly/land-of-opportunity

🌾 Two nationally recognized experts. One conference built for landowners.

Join us at the Land of Opportunity Farmland Owner's Conference and hear from two outstanding keynote speakers who will provide timely insights on the issues impacting rural landowners today.

🎤 Howard Halderman
CEO/President, Halderman Farm Management Service and Halderman Real Estate Services
Howard's keynote, “Where is Farmland Headed in the Fall of 2026? What is the Right Cash Rent for 2027?", will examine the factors driving farmland values and rental rates, along with an outlook for the agricultural economy and land market.

🎤 Roger McEowen
Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation, Washburn University School of Law
Roger's keynote, “So You Own Rural Land: What Legal and Tax Issues Do You Need to Know About?", will cover the essential legal, tax, liability, leasing, estate planning, and risk management issues every rural landowner should understand.

Whether you're a longtime landowner, recently inherited property, or are planning for the next generation, this conference will provide practical knowledge to help you make informed decisions about your land and its future.

📅 October 5, 2026 | Wabash
or
📅 October 6, 2026 | Terre Haute

🔗 Register and learn more: https://bit.ly/land-of-opportunity

08/24/2026

One of the best parts of 4-H has nothing to do with the ribbons or banners. 💚🍀

I had the privilege of watching our Wabash County 4-H families show exactly what 4-H is all about. When one of our members headed to the show ring, they didn’t go alone—their 4-H family was right there with them. Cheering from the sidelines, lending a hand, celebrating the wins, and simply enjoying the opportunity to do what they love together.

At the end of the day, it didn’t matter whose name was called or who took home the ribbon or banner. When one of our kids succeeded, they all celebrated.

Things around us may change, but I hope this never does—the friendships, the support, and the community that make 4-H so much more than a show, a project, or a ribbon.

That’s 4-H. That’s Wabash County.

-BH

08/23/2026

Harper Krom brought home 3rd place in 1A Obedience! 🥉🐶

Way to go, Harper! Congratulations on a great showing at the State Fair!

08/23/2026

Hayden Krom earned 11th place in 2A Obedience! Congratulations, Hayden, on a great day in the show ring!

08/23/2026

Brynnlie Gouvan and her dog raced their way to 5th place in Advanced B Agility! 🐶

Congratulations, Brynnlie!

08/22/2026

Congratulations to Mackenzie Southwick on placing 7th in Veterans Obedience! Great job representing Wabash County 4-H at the Indiana State Fair!

08/22/2026

Karstynn Updike earned Champion Commercial Turkey at the Indiana State Fair!

08/22/2026

Paisley Reimer won 1st place in the Light Color Crossbred class and went on to be selected as the 3rd Overall Light Color Crossbred! Congratulations, Paisley!

08/21/2026

🌾 Do you own farmland, pasture, or wooded acreage?
Your land is more than an asset. It's an opportunity, a responsibility, and often a legacy.

Happening in Wabash on October 5th!!
More information and registration here: https://bit.ly/land-of-opportunity
Join Purdue Extension's Land of Opportunity: A Conference for Farmland Owners and gain practical, research-based information to help you make informed decisions about your property and its future. The conference is designed especially for landowners looking to strengthen management strategies, protect investments, and maximize opportunities.
Breakout sessions include:
✅ USDA Program Updates and Conservation Opportunities
✅ Comparing Cash Rent, Crop Share, and Flexible Lease Arrangements
✅ Renewable Energy Contracts for Landowners
✅ Revenue Strategies for Forest Landowners
✅ Navigating Farmland Leases
✅ Enhancing Pasture Leases
✅ Soil Health and Land Productivity
✅ Farm Succession Planning and Family Communication
✅ Managing Liability and Protecting Your Investment
Whether you're planning for the next rent negotiation, evaluating a renewable energy proposal, improving soil health, or preparing to transfer land to the next generation, you'll leave with tools and strategies you can put to work immediately.
📍 Wabash | October 5, 2026
Or
📍 Terre Haute | October 6, 2026
🔗 Register and learn more: https://bit.ly/land-of-opportunity
Tag a fellow landowner who should attend!

🌾 Do you own farmland, pasture, or wooded acreage?

Your land is more than an asset. It's an opportunity, a responsibility, and often a legacy.

Join Purdue Extension's Land of Opportunity: A Conference for Farmland Owners and gain practical, research-based information to help you make informed decisions about your property and its future. The conference is designed especially for landowners looking to strengthen management strategies, protect investments, and maximize opportunities.

Breakout sessions include:
✅ USDA Program Updates and Conservation Opportunities
✅ Comparing Cash Rent, Crop Share, and Flexible Lease Arrangements
✅ Renewable Energy Contracts for Landowners
✅ Revenue Strategies for Forest Landowners
✅ Navigating Farmland Leases
✅ Enhancing Pasture Leases
✅ Soil Health and Land Productivity
✅ Farm Succession Planning and Family Communication
✅ Managing Liability and Protecting Your Investment

Whether you're planning for the next rent negotiation, evaluating a renewable energy proposal, improving soil health, or preparing to transfer land to the next generation, you'll leave with tools and strategies you can put to work immediately.

📍 Wabash | October 5, 2026

Or

📍 Terre Haute | October 6, 2026

🔗 Register and learn more: https://bit.ly/land-of-opportunity

Tag a fellow landowner who should attend!

08/19/2026

Kinley Adamiec placed 2nd in her class with her Hereford gilt! She also earned a blue ribbon at the Indiana State Fair with her Foods project. Great job, Kinley!