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Partners & Resources
The Internet has dramatically changed the way folks gather and exchange information. Traditional horticultural resources still exist and many wonderful websites are in place to help you easily find additional horticultural information.
Universities Let’s start with our own land grant university which has been the backbone of our agricultural teaching, research and extension for decades. The information is factual, research-based, and reliable…a combination guaranteed to instill confidence! UNH Cooperative Extension http://extension.unh.edu/  The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension provides New Hampshire citizens with research-based education and information, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions that strengthen youth, families and communities, sustain natural resources, and improve the economy. As a University outreach program, they have a network of professional Extension staff located in all 10 New Hampshire counties.Here are some other Cooperative Extension favorites. Once you reach these home pages, look for the home gardening sections for helpful fact sheets on a wide variety of topics. Connecticut: http://www.extension.uconn.edu/ Maryland: http://extension.umd.edu/ Massachusetts: http://www.umassextension.org/ Minnesota: http://www.extension.umn.edu/ Ohio: http://ohioline.osu.edu/ ........................................................................................................................... New Hampshire State Agencies & Services NH Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food http://agriculture.nh.gov/index.htm  The mission of the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food is to promote agriculture in the public interest and to serve farmers and consumers in the marketplace. The department assures safe and healthy food supplies, provides accurate information on prices and availability of farm commodities and crops and develops markets for the states farmers.NH Department of Environmental Services http://www.des.state.nh.us/  The department's responsibilities range from ensuring high levels of water quality for water supplies, ecological balance, and recreational benefits, to regulating the emissions of air pollutants, to fostering the proper management of municipal and industrial waste, to managing water resources for future generations.NH Association of Conservation Districts http://www.nhacd.org/  The NHACD provides statewide coordination, representation, and leadership for Conservation Districts to conserve, protect, and promote responsible use of New Hampshire's natural resources. The Association's programs and initiatives include NH Envirothon, New Hampshire Resource Conservation Corps (an AmeriCorps program), and the state Soil Judging competition.The New Hampshire Association of Conservation Districts works collaboratively with county Conservation Districts, federal, state, and local agencies, nonprofits, and other conservationists as a volunteer, tax-exempt, nonprofit organization. ...........................................................................................................................Federal Agencies USDA Farm Services Agency (FSA) 
The Farm Service Agency (FSA) administers and manages farm commodity, credit, conservation, disaster and loan programs as laid out by Congress through a network of federal, state and county offices. FSA makes direct and guaranteed farm ownership and operating loans to family-size farmers who cannot obtain commercial credit from a bank, Farm Credit System institution, or other lender. FSA loans can be used to purchase land, livestock, equipment, feed, seed, and supplies. Loans can also be used to construct buildings or make farm improvements.USDA Rural Development http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/vt/  Provides funding opportunities for home ownership and repair and rental housing to low and moderate income households; provides leadership in building competitive businesses and cooperatives; provides loans and grants to develop or improve water and waste disposal systems............................................................................................................................ Farm Finance USDA Farm Services Agency (FSA) back to top
........................................................................................................................... Farm Credit Farm Credit is a full financial services provider for agricultural businesses, offering a broad range of competitively priced loans, such as mortgages, seasonal loans and lines of credit. Additional services include equipment leases, record-keeping, tax planning and preparation, appraisals, business consulting, multi-peril crop insurance and so much more! New Hampshire is served by two different farm credit agencies depending upon location. http://www.firstpioneer.com/
Yankee Farm Credit – four counties bordering Vermont
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Regional Conferences........................................................................................................................... New England Grows http://www.negrows.org/  New England Grows is an educational partnership between the New England Nursery Association, Associated Landscape Contractors of Massachusetts, Massachusetts Arborists Association, Massachusetts Nursery & Landscape Association, and its network includes more than 30 allied Green Industry organizations. New England Grows attracts more than 15,000 professionals from every segment of the Green Industry and includes over 700 exhibitors.New England Greenhouse Conference http://www.negreenhouse.org/  The New England Greenhouse Conference is a meeting held on even years in Massachusetts for the entire floriculture industry of the region and surrounding areas, including production and retail. Held the last few years in Worcester, the conference has continually grown over its 32 years. It now has attendance around 2000, 3-days of 4 concurrent sessions, and around 250 trade booths............................................................................................................................ Associations NH Farm Bureau 
NH Farm Bureau advocates for agriculture's interests year-round in
Concord and around the state through our active membership, dedicated
county Farm Bureau and Federation Board of Directors, and Federation
staff lobbyist. When it comes to land use, taxation, property rights,
motor vehicle law, water regulation, vandalism statutes, and open space
preservation that supports New Hampshire's working lands, Farm Bureau
makes a difference. We defend the ability of our state's agricultural
businesses to operate and help preserve the quality of life enjoyed by
NH residents.NH Landscape Association 
The New Hampshire Landscape Association is the professional association for businesses involved in the landscape industry in this state. These include landscape designers, contractors, maintenance companies, arborists, and other related businesses.New England Nurserymen Association http://www.nensyassn.org/  The New England Nursery Association is dedicated to providing members with wide-ranging resources to enhance business and professional capabilities, improve business profitability, and to provide opportunities for business growth and success. Focusing its energies on the areas with the greatest impact to its membership, the Association is committed to being the central information resource and clearing house for the New England nursery profession.Perennial Plant Association http://www.perennialplant.org/  The Perennial Plant Association, incorporated in 1984, is a trade association of more than 2,000 members in the United States, Canada and 10 other countries. The PPA is dedicated to the improvement of the herbaceous perennial plant industry by providing education to enhance the production, promotion and utilization of perennial plants.American Nursery and Landscape Association http://www.anla.org/  Now in its 133rd year, the American Nursery & Landscape Association is the national voice of the nursery and landscape industry. Members grow, distribute, and retail plants of all types, and design and install landscapes for residential and commercial customers. ANLA provides education, research, public relations, and representation services to members.National Gardening Association http://www.garden.org/  The National Gardening Association (NGA), founded in 1973, is a nonprofit leader in plant-based education. Programs and initiatives highlight the opportunities for plant-based education in schools, communities, and backyards across the country. NGA serves as a bridge to connect people to gardening in five core fields: plant-based education, health and wellness, environmental stewardship, community development, and responsible home gardening............................................................................................................................ Trade Magazines Greenhouse  Grower Talkshttp://www.growertalks.com/  Greenhouse Growerhttp://www.greenhousegrower.com/  GM Pro (greenhouse management & production)http://www.greenbeam.com/  Greenhouse Product Newshttp://www.onhort.com/ Nursery  American Nurserymanhttp://www.amerinursery.com/  Nursery Retailerhttp://www.nurseryretailer.com/ NM Pro (Nursery Management & Production)http://www.greenbeam.com/nmpro.stm Interiorscapes  Interior Landscape Businesshttp://www.interiorlandscapebusiness.com/  Interiorscapehttp://www.interiorscape.com/ ........................................................................................................................... Botanic Gardens New England has a number of wonderful public gardens to delight the senses and pique the interest of avid and occasional gardeners alike. Plan a trip today and enjoy these wonderful ‘local’ resources. The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University 125 Arborway, Boston, MA, 02130-3500 phone: 617.524.1718 http://www.arboretum.harvard.edu/  The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is the oldest public arboretum in North America and one of the world's leading centers for the study of plants. A unique blend of beloved public landscape and respected research institution, they provide and support world-class research, horticulture and education programs that foster the understanding, appreciation and preservation of trees. Tower Hill Botanic Garden 
Tower Hill Botanic Garden encompasses 132 acres of gardens, meadows and woodland trails with a seasonal display of over 95,000 flowering bulbs. You’ll also find 350 varieties of trees and shrubs in the verdant Lawn Garden, 119 heirloom apple varieties in the amazing Harrington Orchard, and countless perennials, unique annuals and interesting vegetables in the charming Cottage Garden.Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Barters Island Road, Boothbay, ME, 04537 phone: 207.633.4333 http://www.mainegardens.org/  Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens was founded in 1991 by a group of mid-coast Maine residents who envisioned ornamental gardens, protected natural landscapes, and education and research programs. Today it is the largest botanical garden in New England encompassing over 240 acres and one of a very few gardens with saltwater frontage – nearly a mile of waterfront property!Garden in the Woods New England Wildflower Society 80 Hemenway Road North Framingham, MA, 01701 phone: 508/877-7630 http://www.newfs.org/garden.htm  The New England Wildflower Society promotes conservation of North American native plants through education, research, horticulture, habitat preservation, and advocacy. This ever-changing living museum - New England's premier wildflower garden - has more than 1600 kinds of plants, with many rare and endangered native specimens throughout the gardens, as well as the unique "New England Garden of Rare and Endangered Plants." |
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First Pioneer has a longstanding history of supporting the future of Northeast agriculture. In fact, we offer $1,500 scholarships to deserving students who are pursuing careers in production agriculture, forestry, fishing or agribusiness. We base our award decisions on essay content, experience, course of study and extracurricular activities.
Yankee Farm Credit is a financial services cooperative for people involved in all aspects of agriculture.
