Agriculture & Gardens

Purple and white rhododendron
What are the strange-looking, fleshy masses growing on the leaves and flowers of my rhododendron?
Exobasidium gall is a common and minor disease affecting rhododendron throughout New Hampshire and the Northeast
Exobasidium gall is a common and minor disease affecting rhododendron throughout New Hampshire and the Northeast, promoted by cool and wet weather dur... Learn More
Purple bigleaf lupines in field
What are the differences between the native wild lupine and bigleaf lupine commonly seen in New Hampshire landscapes?
Lupines are stunning, but there are important differences between sundial and bigleaf lupines
Bigleaf lupine and the related ornamental Russell hybrid were introduced to the northeast for both gardens and roadside stabilization in the early to ... Learn More
box of garden produce
Important Food Safety Information for Donating Produce to Food Pantries
New Hampshire food pantries benefit from fresh produce that is safely grown, harvested and donated by community members
World Food Safety Day, observed on June 7, serves as a global reminder of the critical role safe food plays in our lives. Produce from home gardens ca... Learn More
Yellow and green leaves with roots coming up
What is the large, hairy, tan-colored growth inside several of our established climbing Euonymus?
Aerial roots are a notable feature found in certain vining species
Aerial roots are a notable feature found in certain vining species, such as varieties of climbing, or winter creeper Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei). Unl... Learn More
farmer holding dry soil, drought
The Climate Adapted Farm
Making the effects of extreme weather less severe
UNH Extension and NH Vegetable and Berry Growers Association has launched a four-part series on the Climate Adapted Farm, Making the effects of extrem... Learn More
farm worker
Application Period Continues for Farm and Food Workers Relief Program
NH Farm and Meatpacking Workers Eligible for Grant Funds
The Farm and Food Workers Relief Program is accepting applications from those who worked in the agricultural sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. New ... Learn More
Bookkeeping on a computer and calculator
Navigating QuickBooks Desktop Discontinuations
Advice for farmers who have been using 2021 QuickBooks Desktop software
This blog post provides a comprehensive guide for farmers using QuickBooks Desktop 2021, detailing the implications of the software’s discontinuation,... Learn More
Leek moth larvae, photo taken by Mariusz Sobieski
Leek Moth in NH
Leek Moth Detected in a New NH County
Leek moth has now been found in a new New Hampshire county. The caterpillar of this moth feeds on Alliums, including garlic, onions, and leeks. Learn More
Potted plants outside on a patio
Tips for Small Space Gardening - Pots and Other Containers
Considerations for size, material, growing media and more
If you don’t have the space to garden in the ground and building raised beds is not an option for you either, don’t fret! You can still have a very pr... Learn More
Gooseberries
Can I legally grow currants or gooseberries in New Hampshire?
Many varieties are prohibited by state regulation
Although gooseberries and currants can thrive in the short growing season and relatively mild climate of New Hampshire, it is important to know that m... Learn More