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The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer. of Agriculture, and New Hampshire counties cooperating. Our programs and policies are consistent with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, and American Sign Language) should contact UNH Extension’s main office at (603) 862-0806 or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a UNH or UNHCE discriminatory harassment complaint, use the UNH Incident Report Form at https://www.unh.edu/diversity-inclusion/civil-rights-equity-office/incident-report-form or call 603-862-2930. To file a USDA program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found at https://www.usda.gov/oascr/how-to-file-a-program-discrimination-complaint, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain all of the information requested in the form. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; fax: (202) 690-7442; or email: [email protected].

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08/21/2026

New Hampshire’s outdoor economy contributed $4.2 billion to the state in 2024 and supported more than 33,000 jobs. But making the most of outdoor recreation takes planning, collaboration and strong local leadership.

This summer, UNH Extension’s Outdoor Economy Academy brought together 23 professionals and volunteers from 18 communities and organizations across New Hampshire to share ideas and tackle challenges related to outdoor recreation and economic development.

During a visit to Plymouth, participants explored issues like improving access to the Pemigewasset River, helping more people feel comfortable spending time outdoors and building support for community projects.

The Academy also gave participants a chance to learn from one another and bring new ideas back to communities across the state.

Through programs like this, UNH Extension is helping New Hampshire communities connect people with outdoor spaces, strengthen local economies and turn ideas into action.

Read more at the link in comments!

08/20/2026

Good news for Carroll County’s local food system! 🌱

UNH Extension is leading the Farm to Senior Pilot Project, a new initiative that will help bring more locally grown food into meals served to older adults across Carroll County.

Through the project, the Gibson Center for Senior Services and Ossipee Concerned Citizens will receive funding to purchase locally sourced ingredients for community lunches and Meals on Wheels, with at least one local ingredient incorporated into menus each week whenever possible.

Funded through a $7,500 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s Rogers Family Trust Fund, the pilot is creating new connections between local farms and the organizations serving older adults in the community.

We’re excited to see this partnership take shape and support both access to fresh, nutritious food and Carroll County farms and producers.

Thank you to The Conway Daily Sun for highlighting this partnership!

08/19/2026

Happy ! 🥔

Did you know you can grow potatoes in a container? It’s a great option if you have limited garden space.

For the best results, place your container where it will receive at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight each day, choose a container with good drainage and keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

While you may not harvest as many potatoes as you would from a garden bed, a container-grown potato plant can still produce plenty of tubers under the right conditions.

Read more at the link in comments!

08/18/2026

The countdown is on!

The NH 4-H Livestock Auction is just around the corner, and our 4-H members are putting the finishing touches on months of hard work.

From caring for their animals every day to keeping detailed records and preparing for auction day, these young people have spent all summer getting ready.

Now it's your turn. Join us on September 7 at the Hopkinton State Fair or place an absentee bid if you can't attend in person.

Bring home high-quality, locally raised meat while supporting New Hampshire's next generation of agricultural leaders.

More information at the link in comments.

NH 4-H Livestock Auction

08/17/2026

Hear from student interns and fellows about their favorite parts of their summer experiences!

Through the UNH Extension Internship Program, NH Sea Grant Doyle Fellowship and Small Family Community Fellowship, undergraduate students gain paid, hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful projects across New Hampshire.

08/15/2026

Happy ! 🐝

One way to support honeybees and other pollinators is to plant a variety of flowers that provide pollen and nectar throughout the growing season.

Aim for a mix of plants that bloom at different times, so food is available throughout the season. As summer winds down, late-blooming plants such as asters, goldenrod and coneflowers can continue providing valuable resources for bees and other pollinators into the fall.

08/14/2026

Last week, we learned what happens when a cohort of undergraduate interns take their experience out of the classroom, and into the community!

Congratulations to all of the Community-Engaged Interns at University of New Hampshire who showcased their summer work. This includes UNH Extension Interns, Small Family Community Fellows, and NH Sea Grant Doyle Fellows.

Enjoy these moments from the showcase, and best of luck to this bright group of students as they move forward in their careers!

08/12/2026

Did you know a tick needs a blood meal at every stage of its life to survive? 🕷️

Most ticks go through four life stages: egg, six-legged larva, eight-legged nymph, and adult. After hatching, they must feed on blood as they grow.

Ticks usually pick up disease-causing pathogens early in life when feeding on animals. Later, as nymphs or adults, they can pass those pathogens on to other animals, or people.

Most tick species feed on a different host during each life stage, and many never complete their full life cycle because they don't find their next blood meal.

Found a tick on yourself or a pet? Use UNH Extension's Tick Testing Service to learn whether it's carrying a pathogen.

Learn more about the service in the comments.

08/11/2026

Kinda chic to be part of the UNH Extension community! 💙

08/10/2026

Preserving a historic home also means caring for the landscape around it. 🌿🏡

For more than 25 years, UNH Extension volunteers have helped maintain the gardens at the historic Zimmerman House in Manchester, one of the few Frank Lloyd Wright homes open to the public.

Each spring, volunteers from Extension’s Master Gardener and Natural Resources Steward programs donate their time and skills to w**d, prune and restore the gardens in keeping with Wright’s original design.

Their work helps preserve the connection between the home and its landscape while preparing the property for visitors each year.

The volunteers also contribute thousands of dollars’ worth of labor and complete much of the seasonal work needed to keep the gardens manageable throughout the summer.

Through their continued service, UNH Extension volunteers are helping protect important historic property and ensuring its gardens remain welcoming and accessible to the public.

Read full story at the link in comments!

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