NH Agricultural Experiment Station
UNH Receives USDA Grant to Boost Climate-Resilient Farming Practices
UNH receives USDA grant to explore crop row orientation and cover cropping strategies, aiming to boost climate-resilient farming practices and enhance soil health. Read More-
06/19/24
Microplastics in Estuaries
Estuaries in New England are crucial for wildlife and aquaculture, but microplastics pose a growing threat. UNH researchers are studying microplastic... -
06/17/24
Aquatic Plants Could Help Reduce Water Pollution
Tiny aquatic plants called duckweed and their microbes could be engineered to cleanse chemicals from runoff water. Anna O'Brien's research at UNH... -
06/07/24
Best Radicchio Varieties for New England Farmers
Granite State farmers can boost sustainability by adding high-demand radicchio to their crops, and research at UNH is aiding that effort by... -
05/08/24
Kiwiberry Breeder Is UNH’s 2024 Innovator of the Year
Iago Hale, associate professor of specialty crop improvement, has been named UNH’s 2024 J. Brent Loy Innovator of the Year, recognizing his...
Recent Stories
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03/01/24 - Snow Depth a Key Factor in Regional Fox PopulationsDiscover how snow depth influences red fox populations in northern New England. UNH research reveals climate's pivotal role over prey availability and competition. Read More
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02/22/24 - UNH’s Russ Congalton Awarded 2023 William T. Pecora Award for Achievements in Remote Sensing and Earth ObservationUNH's Russ Congalton receives the prestigious William T. Pecora Award from USGS and NASA, honoring his excellence in satellite and aerial remote sensing. Read More
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02/12/24 - Studying Fisher Mortality in the Granite StateDiscover why North American fisher populations decline. UNH researchers study mortality causes with $1.2M grant. Key insights for conservation efforts. Read More
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01/20/24 - Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack Holds Town Hall at the University of New HampshireU.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack discusses farm consolidation, land loss, and rural healthcare at UNH, emphasizing support for small farms and community well-being. Read More
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01/12/24 - Spotlight on Research: N.H.’s North CountryExplore New Hampshire's North Country: A vital economic and cultural region, with COLSA research on moose conservation, forest management, and invasive impacts. Read More
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01/12/24 - Revolutionizing HealthDiscover the 'One Health' model at HCGS: Interdisciplinary genomic research for human, animal, and environmental health. Innovating for global wellness. Read More
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01/03/24 - Reducing Barriers to Local Food Systems in New HampshireWith support from the NHAES, UNH scientists are studying methods to better connect farmers to markets and consumers, and examining ways of improving local food access for Granite... Read More
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12/03/23 - From New Hampshire to Maryland: A Kiwiberry Road TripUNH's kiwiberry research gets a boost from a new NE SARE grant, advancing regional agriculture with innovative, sustainable farming practices. Read More
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12/03/23 - Breaking the Sound Barrier: Pioneering Study Reveals Noise Inequity in Redlined CommunitiesUNH researcher part of study that reveals higher noise in redlined areas, impacting health of people and wildlife in urban ecology research. Read More
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11/28/23 - Conservation Planning Through Genetic MonitoringExplore UNH's groundbreaking study on conserving the endangered saltmarsh sparrow through genetic monitoring, highlighting key strategies against habitat degradation and climate... Read More