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UNH Extension Welcomes Matt Marzolo as new Economic Development State Specialist
UNH Cooperative Extension is pleased to welcome Matt Marzolo to the Community and Economic Development program team. Matt recently started his role as... Learn More
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Linda Thomas and Margaret Walker retire from NHMGAA Board
Linda Thomas and Margaret Walker retire from NHMGAA Board Learn More
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New 2023 USDA Hardiness Zones Explained
The new hardiness map is based on 30-year averages of the lowest annual winter temperatures
The USDA has just released its updated plant hardiness zone map for the United States. This new map is based on 30-year averages of the lowest annual ... Learn More

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Agriculture & Gardens

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Economic Development

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Natural Resources

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Volunteering

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How We can Help You
  • woman talking on the phone, for context with the UNH Infoline

    We Help Homeowners

    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.

    Phone : 1.877.398.4769
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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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    We Help Communities

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

Extension By The Numbers


5,964+

Volunteers


183,827

Volunteer hours


$5.8 Million

value of Volunteer hours


160

Staff


36,600

Kids & Adults in 4-H & Other Youth Programs


150,000

Acres Improved