Fruit & Vegetable Crops

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
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
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
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The Fruit Pest Hotline is back!
IPM Reporting 24/7
Up to date information on fruit pest status in New Hapshire Learn More
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UNH Extension Seeks Field Specialist, Food and Agriculture, in Hillsborough County
This position is based at Extension's Hillsborough County office in Goffstown, N.H.
This position is located at Extension’s Hillsborough County Office in Goffstown, N.H. The field specialist will provide technical assistance and devel... 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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2024 Webinar Series for Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Center Professionals
Webinar series for Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center Professionals meets once a month, virtual. Cost: $10/webinar. Each webinar will earn one pest... Learn More
Farmer in greenhouse gesturing to crops
Land Planning for Beginners: Evaluating What You Have
How to assess when planning a farm business
You would like to get started in farming, now what? Whether you have open land, forested land or leased land, there are many factors to consider befor... Learn More
Orchard style sprayer
Winterizing Your Sprayers
A reminder to growers about properly winterizing your sprayers. Learn More
Cucurbit Downy Mildew Alert
Cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) was identified in southern NH today, July 7, 2023. Learn More