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5 Ways a PD&T Certificate Can Help Boost Your Career
UNH Professional Training offers certificate programs in the business, natural resources and education sectors
The University of New Hampshire’s Professional Development & Training department offers certificate programs in the business, natural resources and ed... Learn More
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Summer Reading Round Up - 2023
Once again, we are excited to share what is sitting on our office bookshelves this summer. While we all arguably have access to more reading opportuni... Learn More
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Women in the Woods: A Needs Assessment Approach
UNH Extension conducted a survey to assess the needs and experiences of women in New Hampshire who participate in forestland management.
Few studies exist in the United States, particularly in the Northeast, that examine the role of women in forestland management. In summer 2022, UNH Ex... Learn More

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Agriculture & Gardens

Portsmouth, NH waterfront

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 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
    Email: answers@unh.edu

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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


4,368+

Volunteers


175,911

Volunteer hours


$5.3 Million

value of Volunteer hours


160

Staff


36,600

Kids & Adults in 4-H & Other Youth Programs


150,000

Acres Improved