Research Briefs Published by NHAES Scientists

NHAES scientists are regularly developing and publishing their research in leading scientific journals. The NHAES Research Briefs provide summaries of key findings and how the studies were conducted in a short, accessible format. 

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Disease Threats and Biofungicide Efficacy in Soilless Substrates
Wood substrates impact soil-borne diseases in greenhouse crop production. Learn More
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Growing Figs in Cold New England Climates
UNH research showed success in over-wintering figs in northern New England using row covers, improving survival rates, growth, and fruit yield. Learn More
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Novel Plant Domestication in New England: Native Plants and New Crops
UNH researchers found that plant height, degree of branching, and initial flowering correlate in domesticated weeds, which can improve breeding of nov... Learn More
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Breeding Edible and Ornamental Strawberries for New England
New research unravels the complex strawberry genome to help New Hampshire farmers thrive.

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Kiwiberries: A new crop for the Northeast
Discover the kiwiberry: a colorful, nutrient-rich fruit with great potential for commercial success, now being grown in the New England region. Learn More
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Methane Emissions Promote Oxidation and Isotopic Enrichment
New UNH research links methane production to aquatic streams. Learn More
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Seed Size Variability and Achieving Cover Cropping Goals
NHAES researchers reported on ways to improve cover crop seeding by accounting for seed size, helping farmers see improved cover crop plant emergence ... Learn More
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Refining Plasma Dose Response Techniques in Dairy Cows
A new UNH study refines a plasma-free dose response technique to reliably estimate amino acid levels in supplements for improving dairy cow health. Learn More
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Effects of Supplemental Mycotoxin Deactivators on Dairy Cows
A new UNH study measured the effect of mycotoxin deactivators to negate mold toxicity in dairy cattle feed, with implications for dairy lactation prod... Learn More
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Effects of Using an NSAID in Newborn Calves
A new UNH study investigates how best to give the NSAID meloxicam to dairy calves to ensure healthy development, improving dairy farm management pract... Learn More
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Feeding Sodium Butyrate to Post-Weaned Replacement Heifers
UNH scientists found that sodium butyrate can replace monensin for post-weaned heifers to prevent and reduce coccidiosis, improving healthy growth to ... Learn More
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Perennial Ryegrass as a Forage Species in New Hampshire
UNH researchers evaluated traits contributing to ryegrass productivity and longevity to assess its potential as a forage source for dairy cows. Learn More
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Effect of Selisseo on Selenium in Cow Milk and Blood
New UNH research compares organic Se sources for bio-efficacy in mid-lactation dairy cows. Learn More
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Dietary Quality and Cardiovascular Disease in the Jackson Heart Study
UNH COLSA researchers found no correlation between processed meat consumption and cardiovascular disease in African-American adults in Mississippi. Learn More
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Increasing Heifer Calves Without Using Sexed-Semen
New research from UNH and collaborators indicates early calf breeding and reducing culling rate can increase heifer births in dairy cows without using... Learn More
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Nicotinic Acid Effects on Cow Health, Colostrum and Calf Performance
New research from UNH examines how nicotinic acid increases blood flow and rumen bacteria growth to improve dairy cow colostrum and health for calves.... Learn More
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Effects of feed type on dairy production in New England
Studies indicate dairy cows thrive on legume silages, producing higher milk yields. Further research on legume-grass blends is vital for boosting milk... Learn More
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Feeding Wet Brewers' Grain to Heifers
New research from UNH determined how wet brewers’ grains fed to heifers impacted later dairy production and how to preserve grains for longer periods.... Learn More
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Effects of Red Seaweed on Milk Production and Methane Emissions
UNH research shows algae-based feeds may suppress methane emissions and improve milk production in organic dairy cows. Learn More
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Enzymes and Microbials for Health and Performance in Dairy Cows
A study from UNH investigates the effect of enzyme and microbe supplements on colostrum quality and yield in dairy cows, resulting in greater rumen fu... Learn More