Cheshire County UNH Cooperative Extension

09/09/2025

Become a Guide for 4-H Wildside!
September 26, 2025 | 6:00pm - September 28, 2025 | 3:00pm
Alton Bay, NH

4-H is searching for Wild Guides to host outdoor recreational experiences for youth and families that align with the Wildside Challenges.

Wild Guides will receive American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification, Wilderness Leadership Training and Skill Development, Risk Management Training and Limited Edition 4-H Wild Guide gear. This will be a weekend full of fellowship, training, certification and fun on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. You can find all the details and registration here: https://extension.unh.edu/.../2025/09/become-4-h-wild-guide

You can learn more about the Wildside Challenges here: https://extension.unh.edu/new.../wildside-challenges-2025.

09/03/2025

Join UNH Extension Field Specialist Carl Majewski to learn about home composting: what to add and what to leave out, how to manage your pile, and why it's all worth the effort. The presentation starts at Monday, September 8, 6:30 pm. Marlborough Community House, 160 Main St. This free event is sponsored by the Federated Church of Marlborough.

08/20/2025

Last Friday, a group of environmental leaders from across the granite state met in Richmond to review some flooding caused by beavers. The goal was to figure out the best way to repair old logging roads to be able to use again. Here are the first five minutes of the meeting, with introductions, titles and the explanation of the problem.
The goal of posting this and the other videos from this gathering is to help provide guidance and opportunities to other landowners dealing with damages caused by beaver. It is a common issue on our region and it was great being witness to many of the state's sharpest environmental minds tackling the issue, while helping local landowners. 🦫

08/20/2025

September 19, Buck Meadow Recreation Area, Amherst NH
September 26, Hitchiner Town Forest, Milford NH
October 10, Beech Hill, Dublin NH
October 17, Ponemah Bog, Amherst NH
November 7, Sheldrick Forest, Wilton NH

Join UNH Extension Foresters for a 5-part tree identification course running from September 19th through November 7th that will cover over 50 tree and shrub species commonly found in New Hampshire. Each session will be outside for 2 hours. Space is limited for this course due to instructor-to-participant ratio, and priority will be given to those who can commit to all five sessions or most of the sessions in their application. Learn more and fill out the application by visiting https://extension.unh.edu/event/2025/09/2025-fall-tree-id-course.

08/12/2025

NEW FARM TOUR TEE! 🚨
We’re thrilled to unveil the first-ever Monadnock Grown Farm Tour t-shirt featuring a winning design by Cheshire County 4-H Sunbeam Club member, Penelope Bridges pictured here! 🌻

Reserve yours here and learn about the 2025 Monadnock Grown Farm Tour below: https://mfcommunitycoalition.org/2025mgfarmtour
Congrats again, Penelope! 💚

08/07/2025

If your garden, or your favorite farm stand, is bursting with fresh vegetables, you might be wondering how to make the most of the harvest before it goes bad. Freezing vegetables is one of the simplest, most convenient ways to preserve all that fresh flavor.
Learn how: https://extension.unh.edu/blog/2025/08/freezing-vegetables

08/05/2025

Lee's Bees Summer Farm tour is next week! We are buzzing with excitement!

Join us for a tour of Lee's Bees, a local apiary producing pure honey, beeswax products, honeycombs, bee pollen, and more! Get a closer look at this local farm, with plenty of time for questions and conversation.

We will also be sharing about local programs in Cheshire County that support our local farms, like the Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund, NH Conservation Districts Climate Resilience Grant Program, and other statewide resources!

When: August 12th, 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: 126 Sand Hill Rd. Walpole NH

Reservation is free, but spots are limited. Register today, https://www.cheshireconservation.org/events

Presented by Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD), Monadnock Food Co-op, UNH Extension, and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)

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07/28/2025

If you have lilac bushes, you may have noticed that the leaves have been turning brown and dropping. The culprit could be Septoria leaf blight. Septoria is specific to the leaves and fortunately, is more of an aesthetic issue.
Learn more: https://extension.umn.edu/plant-diseases/lilac-issues-and-diseases

07/21/2025

Better soil for better results!

Want a healthier garden, stronger crops, or more productive fields? It all starts with your soil.

UNH Extension offers trusted soil analysis and fertilizer recommendations tailored to your specific crop - whether you're a farmer, home gardener, or researcher. Our guidance is backed by the latest research and designed to help you grow smarter.

🔬 Science-based insights
🌾 Crop-specific recommendations
🏡 Support for farms, gardens & research projects

Get the answers your soil has been holding. Submit a sample today and grow with confidence.

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07/10/2025

Register now for the 2025 New Farmer School! First session starts August 6!

Get a jump-start on growing your agricultural business with this intensive multi-session course! Each session will build upon knowledge gained in previous sessions and address a wide variety of topics that will be applicable to any new farmer. This course is a great way to get up to speed quickly on the business and science of agriculture, network with other new farmers, and work closely with Extension staff as you develop your business and production ideas.
Learn more:

The annual New Farmer School helps grow your agricultural business through this intensive multi-session course, applicable to any new farmer.

06/30/2025

Woodchips are a popular mulch for many; it’s long-lasting, helps to keep weeds out, and it gives gardens a tidy appearance. But under certain conditions, wood mulch can be the breeding ground for some rather weird stuff. For instance, after an extended rainy spell you may find among your perennials a yellowish mass of, well…something.

Woodchips are a popular mulch for many; it’s long-lasting, helps to keep weeds out, and it gives gardens a tidy appearance. But under certain conditions, wood mulch can be the breeding ground for some rather weird stuff.

06/10/2025

Mid-Season Corn Evaluation Meetings
11:00am-1:00pm
Join us for a hands-on session in the field and learn about the importance of scouting corn fields for pests mid-season.

June 24, 2025 | Bohanan Farm, Hopkinton, NH
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2025/06/mid-season-corn-evaluation-hopkinton-nh

June 25, 2025 | UNH Moore Fields, Durham, NH
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2025/06/mid-season-corn-evaluation-durham-nh

July 1, 2025 | Blue Mountain Farm, Colebook, NH
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2025/07/mid-season-corn-evaluation-colebrook-nh