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Recent News About State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture
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DEP allows controlled burns for New Jersey crop protection amidst cold snap
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has permitted the state's farmers to undertake controlled open burns or use specialized torches, known as smudge pots, to safeguard flowering crops from frost damage.
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New Jersey launches pesticide container recycling and credit program
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has established drop-off locations and dates for the New Jersey Pesticide Container and Recycling Program.
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New Jersey celebrates Child And Adult Care Food Program Week
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn, along with state and local officials, visited the Children of America Day Care Center in Burlington County to mark Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Week.
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New Jersey marks National Agriculture Day at Hionis Greenhouses
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn, along with state and local officials, marked National Agriculture Day with a visit to Hionis Greenhouses in Hunterdon County.
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New Jersey opens applications for USDA specialty crop block grants
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grants.
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Avian influenza confirmed in three New Jersey live bird markets
The United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Division of Animal Health have confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in three...
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New Jersey seeks sponsors for summer meal program targeting low-income areas
New Jersey's Department of Agriculture is seeking organizations to participate in its Summer Food Service Program, which aims to provide nutritious meals to children in low-income areas during the summer months.
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Avian influenza detected at Union County live bird market
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Division of Animal Health have confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Union...
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New Jersey agriculture secretary promotes CSA week at Mercer County farm
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn emphasized the significance of National CSA Week with a visit to Chickadee Creek Farm in Mercer County.
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New Jersey hosts seminar for underserved farmers ahead of state agricultural convention
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) recently hosted the Underserved Farmers Network (UFN) Resource Seminar and Idea Sharing Event on February 3, preceding the 110th New Jersey State Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City.
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Salem County farmer wins national young farmer award
Zach Heiken, a vegetable and grain grower from Salem County, New Jersey, has been named a national winner at the 2025 Outstanding Young Farmers of America Convention.
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New Jersey honors four for distinguished service in agriculture
The New Jersey State Board of Agriculture has recognized four individuals for their contributions to agriculture in the state.
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New Jersey announces inaugural meeting for state's One Health Task Force
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has announced the first meeting of the New Jersey One Health Task Force (OHTF), scheduled for February 21 at 11 a.m. in Trenton.