Agriculture & Gardens

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Planting for Pollinators This Memorial Day Weekend
Tips for making your garden pollinator-friendly
This Memorial Day weekend, gardeners in New Hampshire and the Northeast are preparing their gardens while also being encouraged to support local polli... Learn More
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Why Explore the “Farm Resilience” StoryMap?
The “Farm Resilience That Pays Off” interactive StoryMap offers a valuable tool for farmers looking to strengthen their operations through climate-sma... Learn More
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What You Need to Know About the Initial Pesticide Applicator Certification.
General Information and Training for Initial Certifications.
General Information and Training for Initial Certifications. Learn More
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Do You Need A Pesticide Applicator License?
The Difference Between a Private and Commercial License, a General-Use and Restricted-Use License, and a Pesticide Dealer License.
The Difference Between a Private and Commercial License, a General-Use and Restricted-Use License, and a Pesticide Dealer License. Learn More
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Tuition-free Meat Processing & Food Safety Certificate
Program Helps New Hampshire Agricultural Community
The University of New Hampshire now offers a free Meat Processing and Food Safety Certificate program, funded by the New Hampshire Department of Agric... Learn More
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Education Center Volunteer Program Expands, Evolves
Program Manager Danielle Whiteneck Discusses Details
The UNH Extension Yard and Garden Education Center is expanding its volunteer program to include more New Hampshire residents. This expansion will all... Learn More
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UNH Alum Catherine Coverdale Finds Career with Participatory Science
Catherine Coverdale (’21, ’23G) is the state’s Pollinator Conservation and IPM Specialist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. She a... Learn More
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Can house plants make you happier?
When the world is gloomy, plants in the home can provide relief
Houseplants can brighten up a room and improve the overall aesthetic, especially during long winters. Studies show that houseplants can lower cortisol... Learn More
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How can I increase the humidity indoors for my houseplants?
This year's windy cold weather shifts focus to caring for our indoor plants.
To increase indoor humidity for houseplants during dry winter months in New Hampshire, using a portable humidifier near the plants and monitoring humi... Learn More
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2025 Webinar Series for Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Center Professionals
Webinar series for Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center Professionals meets once a month, virtual. Cost: $10/webinar. Each webinar will earn one pest... Learn More