The first John and Anne Gerwig Director’s Fund awards for Rutgers Cooperative Extension were given out on May 4, 2016 at an event at the Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health that celebrated the Gerwigs and their tireless devotion to extension and underserved populations in New Jersey. The Gerwigs were presented with the commemorative book, […]
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THE GARDENER STATE: RU growing your garden?
Recently, there has been a lot of news about Rutgers plant varieties, especially the ‘Rutgers 250’ tomato and ‘Rutgers Scarlet’ strawberry. What you might not know is where to find them so you have plenty of plants to include in your garden this year…..
GARDENER STATE: Just a few cures for your cabin fever
Are you suffering from extreme irritability and restlessness during these post-holiday weeks with seemingly no one visiting and nothing to do? The tree is long recycled or boxed and the lights and decorations are all put away. And even your New Year’s …
GARDENER STATE: N.J.’s Newest Ambassador Named
This article was written by Nicholas Polanin, associate professor and agricultural agent II at Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension of Somerset County… Rebecca Carmeli-Peslak of Millstone Township has been chosen a…
Grardener State: Equine Evening of Science and Celebration at Rutgers Center
This article was written by Nicholas Polanin is associate professor, Agricultural Agent II Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension of Somerset County… The Evening of Science and Celebration is an opportunity to unite …
Jess Niederer — NJ’s 2016 Outstanding Young Farmer
This article was written by Nicholas Polanin is associate professor, agricultural agent II, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension of Somerset County… Jessica Niederer, a Hopewell Township organic produce and flower farmer, has been chosen as New Jersey’s 2016 Outstanding Young Farmer by the New Jersey State Board of Agriculture… Niederer will be presented with her award at the February 2016 New Jersey State Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City… As well as being a dedicated farmer, Niederer enjoys giving back to the community. In 2014, she was voted the “Local Hero” by Edible Jersey readers in the Farm/Farmer category. To add to her community accomplishments, Niederer also is an active member of the Mercer County Board of Agriculture, teaches classes on organic farming through the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey, and volunteers as an EMT during the slower months.
Take Part in Public Lands Celebration
This article was written by Nicholas Polanin, associate professor and agricultural agent II at Rutgers University… On Saturday, Sept. 26, more than 175,000 volunteers and park visitors will celebrate at more than 2,100 public land sites in all 50 sta…
Something’s Always Brewing on NJ Farms
This article was written by Nicholas Polanin, associate professor, agricultural agent II, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension of Somerset County… Late last month, New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher toured Screamin’ Hill Brewery in Cream Ridge, the state’s first on-farm brewery… “We have a thriving farm-winery industry and we hope to see more craft breweries connected to farms and using local farm products,” Fisher said. “Being the first on-farm brewery in New Jersey, Screamin’ Hill is the example of how our state’s agriculture and craft brewery industries can work together to create unique products consumers can enjoy.”… Doyle, who owns Readington River Buffalo Company in Readington, manages a herd of bison ranging from 90 to 150 head on 110 acres of pasture. He oversees breeding, nutrition, vaccination, and transportation. He manages an on-site retail operation with the meat raised on the farm and locally-sourced agricultural products. He also produces 200 acres of hay per year to feed the herd and to supplement neighboring farmers. Doyle also hosts Rutgers University students in an annual practicum to teach proper handling methods of large animals. He is currently second vice-president of the Hunterdon County Board of Agriculture, a 2009 graduate of the New Jersey Agricultural Leadership Development Program, a Sunday school instructor and an Eagle Scout.
THE GARDENER STATE: They’re Baaack!
I first noticed them when visiting my son’s family in West Milford, then again when I visited the NJ Botanical Gardens in Ringwood State Park. They seemed to be everywhere, from crawling as youngsters to flying as adults. The trees were providing less shade than was expected for mid-June or July. It became obvious to this arborist and forester – they were back, and with a vengeance… By “they” I mean the dreaded gypsy moth – as young hairy caterpillars eating leaves and then as adult moths looking to lay eggs for next year’s onslaught… “The Department of Agriculture’s intense surveillance program is designed to keep gypsy moth populations at bay,” New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher said. “When populations increase dramatically like this year, we will aggressively survey to determine the severity of next year’s gypsy moth problem and recommend spraying in areas where it is warranted.”… This article was written by Nicholas Polanin, associate professor, agricultural agent II, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension of Somerset County.
Annie’s Project NJ Receives 2014 Rutgers Cooperative Extension Team Award
Each year, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, a unit of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES), honors faculty and staff for their outstanding work and outreach through their programs and support. The winners for 2014 received their awards at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Annual Conference at the Cook Campus Center in New Brunswick on October 20.