The New Jersey Agricultural Convention and Trade show is an annual event held by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the New Jersey Vegetable Growers Association, and Rutgers Cooperative Extension. The event is an opportunity for farmers, farm advocates, state officials, and Extension educators to come together to learn and network. The end result is […]
Do you volunteer as a gleaner? Do you plan to volunteer as a gleaner? If so, we encourage you to take about 20 minutes to watch this 13-minute best practices video and take a short quiz to test your knowledge! Topics include proper health and hygiene while gleaning, appropriate harvesting procedures, and a focus on […]
Hey Mercer County! Have you discovered Jersey Fresh produce near you? Last month, Ricardo Kairios, FCHS Educator/Assistant Professor, wrapped up his Seasonal Foodies webinar series with a fantastic finale! This session spotlighted ways to support local farms during the winter months, along with simple, delicious recipes to bring fresh, seasonal ingredients to your table. Missed […]
In December, three members of the Clever Clovers 4-H Club, including Abby Cappiello, the 2024-2025 Mercer County 4-H Ambassador, joined the Mercer County Board of Agriculture’s monthly meeting to discuss their 4-H animal club. The members shared a slideshow of photos of the events the club has participated in or hosted. They also explained their […]
Don’t forget that many of our NJ farms sell produce and other local items during the winter months! Jersey Fresh storage crops such as winter squash, cabbage, potatoes, sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, and even apples can be purchased all winter long thanks to farms storing them in the right conditions. Go to Visit NJ Farms […]
