Jackson County Crop Clinic Offers 2026 PARP Credits

By Andi Anderson

The Jackson County Crop Clinic PARP for the Southeast District will take place on February 5, 2026, offering farmers and agricultural professionals an important learning opportunity ahead of the growing season.

The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time and will be held at the Seymour National Guard facility in Seymour, Indiana.

This clinic is designed to support farmers by providing practical and research based information that can be applied directly to crop production.

Participants can attend one program to receive credit, as the same program will also be repeated in Orange County on February 6. This flexible option allows attendees to choose the date and location that best fits their schedule.

Educational sessions will focus on three key topics that are important for modern crop management. One session will cover soil fertility and explain how farmers can make their soil work better for crop growth and long term productivity.

Another session will address fine tuning pest management practices to help reduce risks and improve control strategies. The final session will provide a 2026 Endangered Species Act regulatory update, helping farmers understand current rules and how they may affect farm operations.

The event is organized through Extension and is supported by the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology. Programs like this play a key role in sharing trusted information and helping farmers stay updated on changing practices and regulations.

The clinic will be held at the Seymour National Guard, located at 1925 1st Avenue in Seymour, Indiana, within Jackson County. Farmers are encouraged to register in advance to assist with planning. To RSVP, participants can call 812-358-6101.

Richard Beckort, an ANR Educator, is the main contact for the event. He can be reached by phone at 812-358-1601 or by email at rbeckort@purdue.edu for additional details or questions.

The Jackson County Crop Clinic aims to strengthen farm decision making by combining education, regulation updates, and practical guidance.

By attending, farmers can gain useful knowledge, earn required credits, and better prepare for the challenges and opportunities of the 2026 crop year.

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