Resources

Resource Category Topic Type
Things to Do When a Calf Is Born
There are many steps that can be taken before, during, and after the birth of a calf to support the cow and her offspring.
Agriculture & Gardens, Dairy, Livestock & Forage Crops Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
How to Transfer Assets to the Next Generation [video]
Learn practical strategies for passing on your farm to the next generation in a way that minimizes taxes and keeps the peace within the family.
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Prenuptial Agreements [video]
See why prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the rich or famous—they can be a smart move for farmers who want to protect their assets and keep the…
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Medicaid Look-back and Disqualification Periods [video]
Find out how Medicaid planning impacts your farm assets, what you need to know about look-back periods and disqualification rules, and how to plan…
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
What is Probate Court? [video]
We’ll demystify the probate process, explaining why it can be lengthy and costly and how to plan to avoid it for a smoother transition of your farm.
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Putting Your Assets into a Trust [video]
Understand why simply creating a trust isn’t enough and learn how to correctly transfer your farm assets into a trust to ensure it serves its purpose.
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts [video]
Confused about which type of trust might be right for you? We’ll explain the differences, benefits, and potential downsides of each, so you can…
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) [video]
Discover how an LLC can protect your farm from personal liability, provide flexibility in ownership, and simplify the transfer of assets to your…
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Last Wills and Testaments and Trusts [video]
This video starts with the essentials of estate planning —what’s the difference between a will and a trust, and why are these documents so important…
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning Agriculture & Gardens Video
Gibbera twig blight
Gibbera twig blight is known to affect blueberries in Merrimack, Sullivan, Cheshire and Grafton counties of New Hampshire. This disease will affect…
Agriculture & Gardens, Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Centers, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Plant Disease & Diagnosis Services, Yard & Garden Berry Crops, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Shared Soil Podcast
A University of New Hampshire Extension podcast that celebrates the resilience and triumphs of women in agriculture. Hosts Kendall Kunelius and…
Agriculture & Gardens, Women in Agriculture Agriculture & Gardens
2023 New Hampshire Field Crop and Forage Loss Report
In 2023, NH farms were faced with the wettest year on record, according to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine. This excessive rainfall…
Agriculture & Gardens, Dairy, Livestock & Forage Crops Agriculture & Gardens Research Report
2023 New Hampshire Fruit and Vegetable Crop Loss Survey Report
The 2023 production season was extremely challenging for farmers throughout the northeast. Widespread freeze events in February and May caused the…
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops Berry Crops, tree fruit crops & orchards, vegetable crops, Agriculture & Gardens Research Report
Blueberry Leaf Rust
In the summer and fall of 2023, blueberry leaf rust was found widely distributed in New Hampshire, including Merrimack, Hillsborough and Strafford…
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Plant Disease & Diagnosis Services tree fruit crops & orchards, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Selected Essentials in Farm Employment Law - New Hampshire
The short and sweet of farm employment law in New Hampshire
Agricultural Business Management, Agricultural Law & Taxation, Farm Estate & Succession Planning, Financial Planning & Record Keeping, Labor & Personnel Training, Farmer Support Networks Agriculture & Gardens Guide
Exobasidium leaf and fruit spot of blueberry
Exobasidium leaf and fruit spot of blueberry is a fungal disease affecting both leaves and berries. Symptoms matching this disease were reported in…
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Plant Disease & Diagnosis Services tree fruit crops & orchards, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Boom Sprayers: How to Optimize Spray Distribution [Fact Sheet]
Optimizing your boom sprayer's distribution pattern is a key part of controlling pests on fruit and vegetable crops, or in the landscape. This…
Agriculture & Gardens, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Pesticide Safety Education tree fruit crops & orchards, vegetable crops, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Boom Sprayers: One-Minute Method of Calibration [Fact Sheet]
Proper calibration of the low-pressure boom sprayer is necessary to ensure uniform and economical application, free of overdoses and skips. This fact…
Agriculture & Gardens, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Pesticide Safety Education tree fruit crops & orchards, vegetable crops, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Boom Sprayers 1/128th Method of Calibration: A Quick and Easy Method [Fact Sheet]
Proper calibration boom sprayer equipment can help ensure spray applications are effective, efficient, and economical. This fact sheet describes the…
Agriculture & Gardens, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Pesticide Safety Education tree fruit crops & orchards, vegetable crops, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Air Blast Sprayers: How to Optimize Spray Distribution [Fact Sheet]
Optimizing your air blast sprayerʼs distribution pattern is a key part of controlling pests on fruit and vegetable crops. This fact sheet outlines…
Agriculture & Gardens, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Pesticide Safety Education tree fruit crops & orchards, vegetable crops, Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet