Purdue Ag Alumni

06/02/2026

A beautiful tribute to a conservation hero who transformed the face of agriculture! Bob, a Purdue Agricultural Sciences Education and Communication alumnus, Certificate of Distinction winner, and Distinguished Ag Alumni, left an indelible mark that will continue to inspire generations!

Robert “Bob” Eddleman, a farm boy from southern Indiana who rose to become one of the state’s most influential conservation leaders, helping shape agricultural policy, expand water-quality programs and inspire generations of young people through 4-H, died

05/29/2026

📸 Vintage Friday is back with another Purdue Agriculture throwback!

Last week’s mystery item was a tin scooper. 🌾🥄

Think you know what this week’s photo is? 🤔 Drop your guesses in the comments below ⬇️ We’ll reveal the answer next week!

05/28/2026

We found this fun story about one of our alumni! Forrest Kantner, former vocational ag teacher, is being honored by serving as the grand marshal for the 2026 Mentone Egg Festival. https://timesuniononline.com/stories/veteran-forrest-kantner-is-egg-festivals-parade-grand-marshal

05/22/2026

📸 It’s time for another Vintage Friday!

Last week’s mystery item was a scale with picks used in Purdue Agriculture history. ⚖️🌾

Now it’s time for this week’s throwback challenge. Do you know what’s pictured in today’s photo? 🤔 Drop your guesses in the comments below ⬇️ We’ll reveal the answer next week!

05/21/2026

Make a splash for Purdue Agriculture by June 30!🌊
$10+ gift = Boilermaker sunglasses
$75+ gift = Beach towel and sunglasses
Soak up the sun in style! 🏖️ Make your gift today at https://purdue.university/4lBSWbm

05/20/2026

🏎️🏁“The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” is so much more than a spectacle — it’s a connection point with countless traditions. One of those treasured rituals is the role of the milk people. This year’s “rookie” is Brian Rexing, an Indiana Dairy farmer who earned a certificate from Purdue Agriculture in 1992 and currently has two Boilermaker daughters studying in Purdue Agricultural Economics . 🥛
https://purdue.ag/Indy500

05/15/2026

📸 Vintage Fridays are BACK!

It’s time to take a trip down memory lane with another throwback photo from Purdue Agriculture history. 🌾💛

Think you know what’s in this week’s photo? Drop your guesses in the comments below ⬇️ We’ll reveal the answer next week! 👀

05/13/2026

🎙️ Looking for insights on agriculture, the economy, mental health and more? Purdue Extension podcasts have you covered. 🌾

Tune in to the Purdue Commercial AgCast and explore expert discussions designed to keep you informed on the topics impacting agriculture and rural communities today.

Listen to Purdue Extension podcasts here ⬇️
🔗 https://extension.purdue.edu/about/extension-podcasts.html

05/11/2026

🌟 Purdue Agriculture alumni are investing in the future of student success.

Through the Ro and Shorty Whittington Student Experience Match program, donors have the opportunity to double their impact while helping provide Purdue students with transformational experiences beyond the classroom — from research and industry travel to leadership development and hands-on learning opportunities. 🌱🚜

Driven by a passion for agriculture, education and giving back, the Whittingtons are helping create opportunities that will shape the next generation of Purdue Ag leaders.

Read more about the program and the lives it is impacting. ⬇️
🔗 https://ag.purdue.edu/news/2026/04/the-ro-and-shorty-whittington-student-experience-match-creating-legacy-expanding-possibilities-and-transforming-student-lives.html

05/08/2026

🌎 At Purdue, Megan Casey dreamed of building a healthier planet. Today, she is turning that dream into action.

A 2021 Purdue Purdue Agriculture Engineering graduate, Casey now develops hydrologic models to better understand post-wildfire flooding and help restore ecosystems. 🌱 Through her work, she is combining engineering, environmental stewardship and collaboration to create solutions that make a lasting impact.

Read Megan’s inspiring story and see how Purdue Agriculture alumni are making a difference around the world. ⬇️
🔗 https://stories.purdue.edu/at-purdue-she-dreamed-of-a-healthier-planet-now-shes-creating-it/?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0jlyzmv1&fbclid=IwY2xjawRm3WRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLZ10IqCk263Y9bpVFOIXyWn5ItsRRbVCStIBttAORzIRTYYowcsvIVtOAJQ_aem_4miipxsTXivaVSzKbyqJlw