NH Agricultural Experiment Station
Lessons from Rain and Snow
Long-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
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09/06/24Estrogen in Clover?
Researchers at UNH find drought increases phytoestrogen levels in red clover, impacting dairy cows’ health. Kura clover shows promise as a resilient... -
08/14/24Innovations in Dairy: UNH Researchers Drive Advancements in Dairy Farming
Discover how innovative research at New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station is transforming dairy farming with sustainable practices, healthier... -
08/07/24Marine Heatwaves’ Impacts on Marine Organisms
New UNH research develops a biological approach to understanding marine heatwave effects, offering detailed insights into the impacts on marine life... -
07/25/24Optimizing Lumpfish Rearing
UNH research shows that adjusting light and density in lumpfish hatcheries reduces aggression, enhancing their role in controlling sea lice in salmon...
Recent Stories
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07/15/24 - Using Duckweed as a Green ManureDiscover UNH research on using duckweed to cleanse water and serve as green manure for sustainable farming. Read More -
07/02/24 - Targeted Home Systems to Remove PFAS More Cost-Effective Than System-Wide SolutionsHouseholds on public water systems are willing to pay an average of $13.07 a month, or $156.84 annually, on their monthly bills to protect themselves from PFAS — potentially... Read More -
06/26/24 - UNH Receives USDA Grant to Boost Climate-Resilient Farming PracticesUNH 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 EstuariesEstuaries in New England are crucial for wildlife and aquaculture, but microplastics pose a growing threat. UNH researchers are studying microplastic movement and accumulation to... Read More -
06/17/24 - Aquatic Plants Could Help Reduce Water PollutionTiny aquatic plants called duckweed and their microbes could be engineered to cleanse chemicals from runoff water. Anna O'Brien's research at UNH aims to improve stormwater... Read More -
06/07/24 - Best Radicchio Varieties for New England FarmersGranite State farmers can boost sustainability by adding high-demand radicchio to their crops, and research at UNH is aiding that effort by identifying top-performing varieties... Read More -
05/08/24 - Kiwiberry Breeder Is UNH’s 2024 Innovator of the YearIago Hale, associate professor of specialty crop improvement, has been named UNH’s 2024 J. Brent Loy Innovator of the Year, recognizing his pioneering work in the kiwiberry... Read More -
05/07/24 - Recognizing Achievements in Aquatic ScienceUNH Professor Emeritus of Environmental Science William H. McDowell was recently named a 2024 Fellow of the international Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) for his research... Read More -
05/01/24 - Faculty Spotlight: Anna O’BrienAnna O’Brien, assistant professor in the department of molecular, cellular, and biomedical sciences, joined the UNH College of Life Sciences and Agriculture in March 2022,... Read More -
04/23/24 - For Dairy, Focusing on the EssentialsDiscover how New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station's research using Agolin in organic dairy cow feed can boost milk production and reduce methane emissions, aiding climate... Read More