Fruit & Vegetable Crops
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...
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I am frequently contacted by owners of agricultural businesses in the state and region who would like to hire UNH students. There are a few ways for y...
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Specialty Crop Growers Prepare to Shift Management Practices to Protect Against Destructive Flies
Recent changes in local and federal pesticide laws in our region have led to a push by researchers to develop better IPM strategies for managing Delia...
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We are hearing reports of western bean cutworm activity in sweet corn this week. This species is relatively new to our region and can cause injury to ...
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The current risk for cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) in New England, including southern NH, is moderate according to the CDM IPM forecasting model: https:...
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We have just published a new research report that describes a project focused on cluster thinning in high tunnel tomato.
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NECAFS' Clearinghouse is an online, curated library of Farm Food Safety resources from reputable sources around the country.
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Writing a Farm Description is a smart strategy for getting started on your Farm Food Safety Plan (FFSP). An FFSP is not required for farms whether the...
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