Homesteading

  • Small garden with a shed and irrigation

Discover the joy of self-sufficiency in Granite State. From sustainable gardening, to small farming business, to off-grid living, UNH Extension can provide practical tips,  inspiring stories, and research-based resources for those on the journey to acheive a simpler, more connected way of life in New Hampshire.

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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... Learn More
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... Learn More
Social Media Post Ideas for NH Farmers in the Height of Summer
Looking to make your farm stand out online this summer? Discover quick social media content ideas that show the care behind your products and give cus... Learn More

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General food safety guidelines for vendor booths, sampling, selling meat, raw milk and raw milk products, eggs, produce, and prepared foods. Learn More
A one-of-a-kind, comprehensive 6-part video series covering the intricacies of greenhouse or high tunnel construction. Developed by the University of ... Learn More
Starting a homestead food business is a dream of many home cooks. Beginning small, in your primary home kitchen, with shelf-stable baked goods and oth... Learn More
Grafting as a means of propagating fruit trees dates back several thousand years or more. Grafting is used for two principal reasons: most fruit trees... Learn More