Natural Resources and the Environment

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Diversification of the syrup industry: Strategies for climate resilience and economic vitality
Research by NHAES scientists examines opportunities of diversifying sugarbushes and producing novel syrups from birch, beech and other species.
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Ecosystem Services, Forest Management Resource
Silvopasture: A climate-friendly alternative to conventional open pasture practices
According to research at the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of New Hampshire, conversion to silvopasture in the north...
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Ecosystem Services, Farm Management Resource
Alternative forages for seasonal slumps
Learn about summer slumps in farming, when forage is scarce. NH Agricultural Experiment Station scientists explore alternative crops for livestock dur...
 Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems, Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Farm Management, Resilient Agriculture Resource
Crop Rotation Impacts Nitrogen Cycling during Water Deficit
UNH research shows crop rotation complexity boosts soil nitrogen.
 Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems, Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Farm Management, Molecular Biology, Soil Management Resource
Separating Proactive Conservation from Species Listing Decisions
UNH researchers found New England cottontail rabbit populations are declining in part due to being “delisted” from the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Ecosystem Services, Genetics and Genomics Resource
The Lamprey River Hydrological Observatory: Suburbanization and Changing Seasonality
Explore how suburban growth and climate shifts impact water chemistry in NH's Lamprey River, highlighting trends in nitrate levels and estuarine ...
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Water Management Resource
At-Risk Species as Effective Conservation Surrogates
New research shows habitat restoration for New England cottontails also benefits shrubland birds.
 Biological Sciences, Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Ecosystem Services, Genetics and Genomics Resource
Assessing the Role of Streams in Methane Emissions and Oxidation
Small streams play a critical role in methane emissions, with unique diffusion processes and bacterial dynamics. Discover their impact on greenhouse g...
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Ecosystem Services, Water Management Resource
How Rivers Serve as Key Carbon Sinks
Tropical rivers play a vital role in global carbon cycling, sequestering over 65% of particulate organic carbon and mitigating climate change impacts.
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Ecosystem Services Resource