Agriculture & Gardens
The Tools To Grow
Our agriculture and horticulture specialists use trusted research-based information to give New Hampshire farmers, businesses and citizens the tools they need to succeed. We provide a wide-range of resources, including workshops, fact sheets, programs, on-site consultations and comprehensive pest, plant and soil diagnostics.
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Hosts Kendall Kunelius and Rebecca Dube create a relatable and welcoming space to learn and celebrate, that aligns with UNH Extension's commitment to expanding access, strengthening connections, and enhancing well-being for all. The podcast creates community, honors challenges, and encourages personal and professional growth for all people in agriculture.
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Articles
Episode 21 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss the New Hampshire tree fruit industry with UNH Extension fruit and vegetable field specialist Jeremy Delisle. They explor...
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Supporting Safe, Local Food from Field to Market
The Jumpstart to Produce Safety Program helps small and mid-sized New Hampshire farms improve food safety through education, assessments, and practica...
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Written by a PhD candidate at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, alongside a Professor of Dairy Management, this article provides an...
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Episode 20 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss disaster preparedness in agriculture with Olivia Saunders. The conversation underscores the importance of preparedness and...
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New Hampshire producers can sell poultry and rabbits directly to NH restaurants without USDA inspection. NH producers can also sell rabbits to consume...
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Fermentation of food and beverages has been around for centuries as a safe way to preserve food. Fermenting is the process by which beneficial bacteri...
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Written by a PhD candidate at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, alongside a Professor of Dairy Management, this article provides an...
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Events
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November 11, 2025
1:00pm - 3:00pm, This workshop will provide an overview of both surface and subsurface soil compaction, and the factors that contribute to each. We will also demonstrate
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November 12, 2025
10:00am - 2:30pm, The following topics will be covered at this year's Corn and Forage Meeting.The Crop Season in Review – Carl Majewski & Sarah AllenAn overview of the
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November 25, 2025
6:30pm - 8:00pm, The monthly sessions of the 2025 Webinar Series for Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center Professionals on a variety of topics are intended to provide practical
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December 1, 2025
1:00pm - 2:30pm, The NH Farm Network is a collaboration of agriculture service providers who work to support and provide resources to NH farms and aspiring farmers. Members of
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December 2, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm, New Hampshire producers can sell poultry and rabbits (up to 20,000 whole poultry and 1,000 whole rabbits per calendar year) directly to NH restaurants without
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December 4, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm, New Hampshire producers can sell poultry and rabbits (up to 20,000 whole poultry and 1,000 whole rabbits per calendar year) directly to NH restaurants without
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December 10, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm, Calling all high tunnel growers! Whether you are a new or experienced high tunnel grower, plan to join UMaine, UNH, and UVM for this two-day event. Come
Resources
Mummy berry, caused by the fungus Monilinia vaccinii-corymbosi, is a significant disease affecting highbush and lowbush blueberries across New Hampshi...
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Information about washing, drying, removing ring bands, stacking, labeling, preventing contamination, and detecting spoilage.
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Maintaining proper water pH is critical for pesticide effectiveness, as many pesticides degrade rapidly in alkaline conditions due to a process called...
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Proper selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for reducing pesticide exposure and is legally mandated based on instruct...
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Bitter rot is a fungal disease that primarily causes fruit rot of apples and pears. The symptoms of bitter rot predominately appear on the fruit in Ju...
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Agricultural business website checklist to keep your website running smoothly, make sure it's up to date and offers a good customer experience.
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Landscape and Greenhouse Horticulture Field SpecialistEmail: Amy.Papineau@unh.eduPhone: (603) 862-1601 -
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Field Specialist in Agricultural Business Management in Rockingham County.Email: Jesse.Wright@unh.edu
