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Agricultural Fairs
Episode 30 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss the significance of agricultural fairs in New Hampshire with 4-H staff Hannah Majewski and Janell George, highlighting the... Learn More
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Production Practices that Protect NH Crops from Cyclospora Contamination
Article provides information about the parasite Cyclospora and describes production practices that NH Farms can take to protect crops from contaminati... Learn More
Round Leaf Bittersweet. Photo by Chris Evans, University of Illinois, Bugwood.org.
Is it an Invasive Species?
An invasive species is not simply a plant people dislike. An invasive plant must be non-native to the area and must cause, or be likely to cause, envi... Learn More
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2026 New Farmer School
Registration Open
Aspiring and beginning farmers across New Hampshire are invited to register for the 2026 New Farmer School- an introductory training program designed ... Learn More
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Be a Steward for the Natural Resources of New Hampshire
If you love being outdoors and want to learn more about New Hampshire’s natural world, the Natural Resources Stewards program may be just what you’re ... Learn More
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Tick Talk
Episode 27 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss the rising threat of ticks in New Hampshire with Extension Diagnostic Service Program Manager Shyloh Favreau. Ticks, which... Learn More
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Farmers Working Together
What Collaborative Marketing Looks Like for New Hampshire Farms
Selling with other farms can open new opportunities, but it also raises real questions about crop planning, pricing, communication, and customer exper... Learn More
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Never Been to an Extension Summer Twilight Meeting? Here’s What to Expect
Extension offers several summer meetings for farmers
UNH Extension’s Twilight Meetings provide space for farmers and people interested in learning more about farming to gather in person or virtually to l... Learn More
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Farm Succession Planning 101
Episode 26 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss succession planning in agriculture with Seth Wilner, an Extension specialist with 26 years of experience. Seth defines suc... Learn More
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What is "Big Night" in spring and how can you help amphibians during this time?
Amphibians venture to vernal pools in the spring, but their journeys are not always easy.
In spring, amphibians migrate to vernal pools for breeding during what is known as Big Night. There are specific weather conditions that determine whe... Learn More