Agriculture & Gardens

Agriculture & Gardens
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The Tools To Grow

Our agriculture and horticulture specialists use trusted research-based information to give New Hampshire farmers, businesses and citizens the tools they need to succeed.  We provide a wide-range of resources, including workshops, fact sheets, programs, on-site consultations and comprehensive pest, plant and soil diagnostics.

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Farmer Support Networks

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Agricultural Business Management

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Dairy, Livestock & Forage Crops

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Food Safety in Agriculture & Business

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Fruit & Vegetable Crops

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Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Centers

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Landscaping

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Pest, Disease & Growing Tools

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Yard & Garden

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Hosts Kendall Kunelius and Rebecca Dube create a relatable and welcoming space to learn and celebrate, that aligns with UNH Extension's commitment to expanding access, strengthening connections, and enhancing well-being for all. The podcast creates community, honors challenges, and encourages personal and professional growth for all people in agriculture.
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Articles

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October 10 is World Mental Health Day!
Summary of work Extension does to support mental health and calls to action. Learn More
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Dilution of Maintenance and Feed Efficiency 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
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When Disaster Strikes
Episode 20 of the Shared Soil Podcast
Kendall and Rebecca discuss disaster preparedness in agriculture with Olivia Saunders. The conversation underscores the importance of preparedness and... Learn More
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Food Safety for Poultry and Rabbit Producers Class Schedule 2025 & 2026
New Hampshire producers can sell poultry and rabbits directly to NH restaurants without USDA inspection. NH producers can also sell rabbits to consume... Learn More
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Fermenting: Safe Food Preservation (PLUS a Sauerkraut Recipe!)
Fermentation of food and beverages has been around for centuries as a safe way to preserve food. Fermenting is the process by which beneficial bacteri... Learn More
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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
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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
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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

Events

  • Food Safety for Poultry and Rabbit Producers - October 28, 2025 (Portsmouth)
    October 28, 2025
    Food Safety for Poultry and Rabbit Producers - October 28, 2025 (Portsmouth) 9:30am - 2:30pm, New Hampshire producers can sell poultry and rabbits (up to 20,000 whole poultry and 1,000 whole rabbits per calendar year) directly to NH restaurants without
  • How to Train Employees to Water
    October 28, 2025
    How to Train Employees to Water 6:30pm - 8:00pm, The monthly sessions of the 2025 Webinar Series for Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center Professionals on a variety of topics are intended to provide practical
  • Pickling, Fermenting, and Canning: A 2-part Series for Beginners
    October 29, 2025
    Pickling, Fermenting, and Canning: A 2-part Series for Beginners 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Join UNH Extension Educator Sean O'Brien for a 2-part class to learn the basics of pickling, fermenting, and canning. This class involves a classroom-based
  • Pickling, Fermenting, and Canning: A 2-part Series for Beginners
    November 1, 2025
    Pickling, Fermenting, and Canning: A 2-part Series for Beginners 9:00am - 1:00pm, Join UNH Extension Educator Sean O'Brien for a 2-part class to learn the basics of pickling, fermenting, and canning. This class involves a classroom-based
  • Dairy End of Season Gathering
    November 2, 2025
    Dairy End of Season Gathering 1:00pm - 3:00pm, The New Hampshire Dairy Practices Council is hosting an informal end of the season gathering on Sunday, November 2. Dairy farmers and industry members are
  • Agricultural Equipment Exploration Day
    November 8, 2025
    Agricultural Equipment Exploration Day 10:00am - 1:00pm, Hillsborough County, come explore the agricultural equipment that is available to rent from your conservation district office. This is an excellent opportunity
  • Soil Compaction Workshop
    November 11, 2025
    Soil Compaction Workshop 1:00pm - 3:00pm, This workshop will provide an overview of both surface and subsurface soil compaction, and the factors that contribute to each.  We will also demonstrate
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Resources

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Water pH & Pesticide Mixing: A Quick Reference for New Hampshire Applicators
Maintaining proper water pH is critical for pesticide effectiveness, as many pesticides degrade rapidly in alkaline conditions due to a process called... Learn More
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Pesticide Use: Selection, Use, and Legal Requirements [fact sheet]
Proper selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for reducing pesticide exposure and is legally mandated based on instruct... Learn More
Bitter Rot
Bitter rot is a fungal disease that primarily causes fruit rot of apples and pears. The symptoms of bitter rot predominately appear on the fruit in Ju... Learn More
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Website Checklist
Agricultural business website checklist to keep your website running smoothly, make sure it's up to date and offers a good customer experience. Learn More
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Checklist for Selling Food at Farmers’ Markets
General food safety guidelines for vendor booths, sampling, selling meat, raw milk and raw milk products, eggs, produce, and prepared foods. Learn More
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Frogeye leaf spot and black rot on Apple
Frogeye leaf spot and black rot caused by the fungus Botryosphaeria obtuse (Schwein) is an economically important disease of apple in the Northern and... Learn More

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