Women in Agriculture

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Women's Equipment Weekend
The UNH Extension Women in Agriculture Program offered it’s first-ever Women’s Equipment Weekend featuring two days of all things chainsaws and tract... Learn More
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Creating Inclusive Spaces for Women in the Outdoors
UNH Extension, New Hampshire Sea Grant and partner organizations are teaming up to provide programs and resources specifically tailored to women
UNH Extension, New Hampshire Sea Grant and partner organizations are teaming up to provide programs and resources specifically tailored to women who w... Learn More
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UNH Researchers and New Hampshire Farmers Team Up for Unique Kiwiberry Breeding Program
John and Erin Maynard are helping evaluate kiwiberries on their farm.
In North Sutton, New Hampshire, John and Erin Maynard are growing kiwiberry plants as part of University of New Hampshire research on their personal f... Learn More
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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
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Winterizing Your Sprayers
A reminder to growers about properly winterizing your sprayers. Learn More
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Wellness Tips for Women in Agriculture  
Well-being is essential for farming success 
Ergonomic, nutrition and mental health resources to aid farmers to address stressors. Learn More
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Helpful Information for Granite Staters Considering Buying Eggs from Local Farmers
The impact of eggs in New Hampshire is far-reaching
The volume of industrial and agricultural infrastructure in New Hampshire gives our state a strong base to support local egg production, consumption a... Learn More
Seth Wilner, Olivia Saunders, and tomato
You Are Not Alone
A New Network Provides Support to Cope With the Pressures of Farming
With funding from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, the New Hampshire Farm & Ranch Stress Assistance Network (N.H. FRSAN) is a coll... Learn More
A man tends to his crops in a greenhouse.
Land Planning for Beginning Farmers: Planning for the Unexpected and Being a Good Neighbor
Guidance on beginning to legally operate your farm business
Planning efforts for a beginner farmer. Topics include zoning, insurance, liabilities and being a good neighbor. Learn More
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Guide to Starting Your Own Farm Business
This guide provides a general overview of what it takes to get your farm up and running in New Hampshire
This guide provides a general overview of what it takes to get your farm up and running in New Hampshire. Learn More