Articles

tie-stall cow looks at camera while being machine milked
Understanding the Lactation Curve in Dairy Cows
Written by a PhD candidate at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, alongside a Professor of Dairy Management, this article provides an... Learn More
Three photos of the rumen of a calf. On the left, the rumen appears smooth while the photo in the middle shows some texture and the photo on the right appears to have many ridges and valleys.
The Key to Ruminal Development
Starter Grain
Written by a student at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, and reviewed by Peter Erickson, Professor of Dairy Management, this artic... Learn More
Jersey calf with colostrum mustache
Colostrum
Written by a student at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, and reviewed by Peter Erickson, Professor of Dairy Management, this artic... Learn More
Jersey calves at UNH's organic farm
Weaning Dairy Calves
Written by a student at the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture at UNH, and reviewed by Peter Erickson, Professor of Dairy Management, this artic... Learn More
Platter of sliced deli meats.
Processed Meats, Deli Meats and Nitrates - What Are The Recommendations?
Processed meats like deli meat, hot dogs, and jerky are preserved using methods like curing and often contain added nitrates to extend shelf life and ... Learn More
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Sharing More Than the Harvest
Social Media Post Ideas for NH Farmers in the Height of Summer
Looking to make your farm stand out online this summer? Discover quick social media content ideas that show the care behind your products and give cus... Learn More
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Agritourism
Episode 19 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss agritourism with Jada Lindblom and Gail McWilliam Jellie from UNH Extension. They take a look at its community and economi... Learn More
Amynthas spp, courtesy of UVM
Invasive in the Spotlight: Jumping Worms
Conventional wisdom tells us that earthworms are good for the soil. They improve soil drainage and aeration, increase nutrient availability, and enhan... Learn More
A strong arm drawn in chalk on a blackboard demonstrating the strength of protein in the human body.
How Much Protein Do Older Adults Need and Why?
Older adults need more protein than younger individuals to maintain muscle mass, strength, and overall health, yet up to 71% of them don’t meet daily ... Learn More
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Building Stronger Boards: Strategies for Recruitment, Retention & Engagement
Municipal boards play a vital role in our communities. They influence everything from our local budgets and school curricula to land use planning and ... Learn More