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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10/31/23 - UNH Legacy Cucurbit Program Thriving Under New LeadershipUNH's cucurbit program leads in developing disease-resistant squash, pumpkins, and melons, blending 80+ years of science with innovative genetics. Read More
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10/29/23 - A Global Exchange: COLSA Summer Scholars Engage in Ag SciencesExplore how the University of New Hampshire's College of Life Sciences and Agriculture bridges students to global opportunities through experiential learning and research. Read More
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10/24/23 - Bolstering Fish and Dairy Consumption in the Granite StateUNH research enhances SNAP, supporting NH's vulnerable communities through tailored nutrition education, fresh food access, and improved public health. Read More
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10/19/23 - Tartary Buckwheat: A Climate-Ready Crop for the FutureDiscover Tartary Buckwheat: The Climate-Resilient Superfood. UNH researchers explore this nutritious grain's potential in the face of changing weather patterns. Read More
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10/17/23 - Adding Social Cost to Fossil Fuels Could Benefit Both Climate and WaterA new study led by UNH researchers focuses on the co-benefits to climate mitigation and water quality by adding social cost to fossil fuels. Read More
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10/09/23 - Monitoring Harmful Algal Blooms Using DronesUNH researchers use drones equipped with sensors to identify cyanobacteria blooms — also known as harmful algal blooms — in New Hampshire lakes faster and more effectively. Read More
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09/27/23 - UNH's Center of Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research Receives $10M NIH GrantNew $10M, Phase 2 NIH grant will help fuel ground-breaking innovations in health and disease solutions at the Center of Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research. Read More
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09/25/23 - Linking Food Access, Fiber Intake, Gut Microbiota & Health Outcomes Among NH Hispanic ResidentsUnlocking Health Insights: UNH Research on Food Access, Fiber, Gut Health & Hispanic Communities in NH. Learn more about the FIRST study. Read More
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09/13/23 - Bringing Oysters Back to NH’s Great BayUNH COLSA scientists work on restoring oyster reefs in New Hampshire Great Bay, supporting the state's burgeoning oyster industry. Read More
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08/28/23 - UNH Study Examines How Granite State Mammals Adapt to ExurbanizationNHAES studies Granite State mammals' behavioral responses as urbanites move to rural areas, altering housing density and habitats. Read More