Research
On Farms, Tillage Intensity Shown to Affect Beneficial Insect Communities
UNH study reveals how tillage intensity and pesticide-treated seeds impact beneficial arthropods, influencing pest control, weed reduction, and ecosystem health. Read More
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03/18/25Electromagnetic Therapy Potential Tool for Improving Dairy Herd Health
UNH partners with MagnaWave to explore pulsed electromagnetic therapy for dairy cows, showing promise for mastitis treatment and udder health... -
03/03/25Living Labs: How Experimental Forests Offer Insights into Small Mammal Population Dynamics
UNH study reveals how small mammals adapt reproduction to forest seed cycles, influencing seed dispersal, tree regeneration, and forest ecosystem... -
02/18/25Unlocking Nature’s Ice-Binders
UNH scientists study antifreeze proteins to improve cryopreservation methods, aiming to revolutionize medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology with... -
02/03/25Could Manure Help Cool-Climate Farmers Get Closer to Year-Round Farming?
UNH scientists innovate manure-powered systems to heat greenhouses, extending growing seasons for small farms while boosting sustainability and...
Recent Stories
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01/03/25 - In Consideration of New Approaches to Wildlife ResearchUNH research reveals gaps in wildlife studies, calling for a balanced focus on smaller species to guide conservation efforts and prevent biodiversity loss. Read More -
11/19/24 - Sustainability: From the Ground UpUNH's Soil BioME team collaborates with industry to explore soil microbes' role in sustainability, tackling climate change, nitrogen efficiency, and carbon reduction. Read More -
11/05/24 - Coyotes Thrive Despite Human and Predator PressuresUNH research reveals how human hunting and competition with large predators influence coyote populations, shedding light on their adaptability across New Hampshire. Read More -
11/01/24 - Innovations in New Hampshire AquacultureDiscover how aquaculture research supported by the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station is advancing sustainability, from oyster health monitoring to combating sea lice... Read More -
09/23/24 - Warming and Nitrogen Enrichment Lead to Surprising Soil Carbon DynamicsUNH study reveals that despite warming and nitrogen enrichment, soil carbon in New England forests remains stable due to plant inputs, challenging earlier predictions. Read More -
09/16/24 - Lessons from Rain and SnowLong-term studies from UNH reveal changing nitrogen deposition in NH, highlighting potential impacts on water quality, plant growth, and ecosystem health amid climate change. Read More -
09/06/24 - Estrogen in Clover?Researchers at UNH find drought increases phytoestrogen levels in red clover, impacting dairy cows’ health. Kura clover shows promise as a resilient forage alternative. Read More -
08/12/24 - Rediscovering Lost Flora: The Extinction of a Native New Hampshire CrabgrassDiscover the extinct Digitaria laeviglumis, a unique crabgrass identified with the help of UNH’s Hodgdon Herbarium. Learn about the crucial role of herbaria in preserving... Read More -
08/07/24 - Marine Heatwaves’ Impacts on Marine OrganismsNew UNH research develops a biological approach to understanding marine heatwave effects, offering detailed insights into the impacts on marine life and mitigation strategies. Read More -
07/17/24 - New Species Discovery: Unraveling the Blueberry Gall Midge ComplexDiscover the Blueberry Gall Midge Complex and its impact on agriculture. Learn how taxonomic research aids pest management and promotes sustainable farming practices. Read More