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5 Unique and Rare Chicken Breeds to Consider for Your Backyard Flock
These rare breeds of chickens could make fun additions to your coop
Raising backyard chickens is a great way to be more self-sufficient and is both fun and educational for kids of all ages. These are some breeds to con... Learn More
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The Fruit Pest Hotline is back!
IPM Reporting 24/7
Up to date information on fruit pest status in New Hapshire Learn More
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"Let's Talk! How To Get The Most From Your Healthcare Visit"
Have you ever been to visit your healthcare provider and you left with unanswered questions or no real follow up? Perhaps you asked a question about a... Learn More

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How We can Help You
  • woman talking on the phone, for context with the UNH Infoline

    We Help Homeowners

    Friendly and knowledgeable Master Gardener volunteers and staff answer your questions on topics like gardening, pests, landscaping, lawn care, safe food handling, wildlife and backyard livestock.

    Phone : 1.877.398.4769
    Email: answers@unh.edu

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    We Help Landowners 

    We visit your property, free of charge and help you achieve your woodlot objectives including forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, water resources, scenic beauty and income.  Learn More

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    We Help Youth

    The 4-H program provides pathways for learning and growing.

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    We Help Communities

    Our Community & Economic Development team have many resources to help municipalities and civic organizations plan for the future. Learn More 

Extension By The Numbers


5,964+

Volunteers


183,827

Volunteer hours


$5.8 Million

value of Volunteer hours


160

Staff


36,600

Kids & Adults in 4-H & Other Youth Programs


150,000

Acres Improved