Agriculture & Gardens

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5 Unique and Rare Chicken Breeds to Consider for Your Backyard Flock
These rare breeds of chickens could make fun additions to your coop
Raising backyard chickens is a great way to be more self-sufficient and is both fun and educational for kids of all ages. These are some breeds to con... Learn More
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Does leaving the dandelions in my lawn benefit pollinators?
Question of the Week
The dandelion, often seen as a weed, is gaining recognition as a spring food source for pollinators. While dandelions provide nectar, they are not the... Learn More
Looking for a Sweet Fall Harvest? Here’s How to Get Started Growing Sweet Potatoes in the Summer
Grown throughout the summer, sweet potatoes are perfect vegetables to add to your garden for a delicious addition to your fall produce
Sweet potatoes are a great addition to your garden. Learn how to grow and cook sweet potatoes! Learn More
Headshot of Katrina Klobucher, Extension Livestock Production Field Specialist
New Extension Livestock Production Specialist, Katrina Klobucher, Joins the Belknap County Office
Katrina Klobucher has joined UNH Extension’s Food & Agriculture Team, and Belknap County as the new Livestock Production Field Specialist, effective A... Learn More
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How to Utilize Raised Beds for Small Space Gardening
Raised beds can be be used to grow flowers, vegetables or even fruit.
Raised beds are a great way to garden in small spaces if you have a yard with enough exposure to the sun. Learn More
As the farmer surveys his flooded field, he feels a sense of despair. Climate change has brought more extreme weather, making it harder to grow crops and maintain his livelihood.
UNH Extension Agricultural Disaster Response 2023
Extension specialists played a key role in identifying crop losses from disaster events and communicating those losses to state and federal agencies for relief funding
The 2023 production season was extremely challenging for farmers throughout the northeast. Widespread freeze events in February and May caused the gre... Learn More
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How Should I Take Care of Backyard Chickens in the Winter?
Tips on keeping chickens warm and protected during cold months
Raising backyard chickens can be a rewarding experience for the whole family and it’s a great way to be more self-sufficient. They are relatively easy... Learn More
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Pesticide Sprayer Calibration, Use and Care
Whether you are using a backpack, boom, or air blast sprayer, this collection of resources will help you get the most out of your equipment. Videos, ... Learn More
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Farm Business Records & Tax Planning
Keeping good records is critical for not only paying bills on time, but it is also essential for tax planning. The following tips provide information ... 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