Agriculture & Gardens

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Welcome Renuka Mathur
Renuka Mathur, Ph.D., joins UNH Extension as the State Extension Specialist for Soil Health
UNH Cooperative Extension is pleased to welcome Renuka Mathur, Ph.D., to the Food and Agriculture Team, as a Soil Health State Specialist. Renuka has ... Learn More
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Welcome Bo Liu
Bo Liu, Ph.D., joins UNH Extension as the Director of the UNH Plant Diagnostic Lab and State Extension Specialist
UNH Extension is pleased to welcome Bo Liu, Ph.D., as our Plant Diagnostic Lab Director and State Specialist. Learn More
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Wellness Tips for Women in Agriculture  
Well-being is essential for farming success 
Ergonomic, nutrition and mental health resources to aid farmers to address stressors. Learn More
Helpful Information for Granite Staters Considering Buying Eggs from Local Farmers
The impact of eggs in New Hampshire is far-reaching
The volume of industrial and agricultural infrastructure in New Hampshire gives our state a strong base to support local egg production, consumption a... Learn More
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Connecting Local Food Producers to Local Buyers
This event was an opportunity for farmers who are looking to sell their products to meet local food buyers, and for food businesses seeking local prod... Learn More
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Farm Winter Checklist
The off season is not a reason to disconnect.  'Tis the season to connect, build relationships, be accessible and stay relevant.  Here are a... Learn More
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UNH Extension seeks Program Manager for New Hampshire Agriculture in the Classroom
This position is based at the Farm Bureau office in Concord
The Extension Program Manager, New Hampshire Agriculture in the Classroom (NHAITC) Education Director coordinates efforts to fulfill the mission of NH... Learn More
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Stephanie Sosinski and Sean O’Brien Join Extension as Home Horticulture Assistant Program Managers
New staff will help Granite Staters with home horticulture programs and resources
Stephanie Sosinski and Sean O’Brien have joined the UNH Extension Education Center as assistant program managers for home horticulture with the Food a... Learn More
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Farm Income Taxation for Beginning Farm Businesses
Important information about filing taxes for New Hampshire farmers
Just like any other income you receive from a business or a job, income from a farming operation is subject to state and federal taxation/ This articl... Learn More
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Should I Remove Pokeweed From My Garden? It Depends.
A Question of the Week
For many gardeners, pokeweed represents a conundrum. On the one hand, it’s a native plant that provides an important food source for songbirds. On the... Learn More