Forests and Trees

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7 Ways to Celebrate National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Keep an eye out for invasive species from February 28 – March 4, 2022.
National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is being celebrated February 28 – March 4, 2022. Learn More
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Branches, Buds, and Bark – Oh My! What Folks Learned at a Recent Winter Tree and Shrub Identification Workshop
A couple of weeks ago, UNH Extension partnered with the Piscataquog Land Conservancy (PLC) and the Brookline, NH Conservation Commission and to host a... Learn More
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Planning and Planting Your Home Fruit Tree Orchard, From Apples and Peaches to Pawpaw {audio}
Emma and Nate discuss planning a home fruit tree orchard, from selecting and preparing your orchard site to choosing varieties, planting and care of young trees.
Emma and Nate discuss planning a home fruit tree orchard, from selecting and preparing your orchard site to choosing varieties, planting and care of y... Learn More
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The Mighty Birch Seed
At this time of year, it's easy to spot tiny specks of black birch seeds on snow. Learn More
Northern Cardinal
Supporting Birds In Your Yard and Garden, plus Bareroot Trees and Common Hackberry [audio]
Wildlife biologist Matt Tarr joins Emma and Nate for a conversation about supporting birds around the home. Emma also adds bonus segments on hummingbirds, bare root trees and the episode’s featured plant - common hackberry.
Wildlife biologist Matt Tarr joins Emma and Nate for a conversation about supporting birds around the home. Emma also adds bonus segments on hummingbi... Learn More
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Things to Know Before Purchasing Firewood
The NH Division of Weights and Measures would like consumers to be educated before purchasing firewood.
Information for consumers looking to purchase firewood. Learn More
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The Mystery of Tree Burls
The exact mechanism that causes burl formation is not fully understood. Learn More
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Application Period Opens for 2022 NH Coverts Project Training
The NH Coverts Project is accepting applications from new volunteers interested in taking part in the 2022 NH Coverts Project training program. Learn More
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NH Forest Products Markets and Policy Update - 12.9.2021 [video]
A NH Forest Products Markets Update webinar took place on December 9th, 2021. Experts representing a range of New Hampshire Forest products markets sp... Learn More
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All things trees! (part 2) Pruning and Solving Tree Problems, Plus Frost Cracks, White Oak and Wood Chips [audio]
Forester Greg Jordan joins for part 2 on trees, pruning and problems
A podcast episode with a continuing conversation on trees. Learn More