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Can house plants make you happier?
When the world is gloomy, plants in the home can provide relief
Houseplants can brighten up a room and improve the overall aesthetic, especially during long winters. Studies show that houseplants can lower cortisol... Learn More
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Food Preservation [audio]
Episode 12 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Season two begins with Kendall and Rebecca discussing food preservation with Sean O'Brien, a home horticulture program manager at UNH Extension. They ... Learn More
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How Trees Grow, Part II
In part two of this blog series, the focus is on the diameter growth (or thickening) of stems, branches, and roots. Learn More

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    We Help Gardeners

    Friendly and knowledgeable Master Gardener and Natural Resource Steward volunteers and staff answer your questions on topics like gardening, pests, landscaping, lawn care, safe food handling, wildlife and backyard livestock.

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    We Help Landowners 

    We visit your property, free of charge and help you achieve your woodlot objectives including forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, water resources, scenic beauty and income.  Learn More

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    We Help Youth

    The 4-H program provides pathways for learning and growing.

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    Our Community & Economic Development team have many resources to help municipalities and civic organizations plan for the future. Learn More