Free blueberries going out to NJ shore visitors on Friday
To highlight National Blueberry Day, July 8, New Jersey Department of Agriculture staff will be on hand at three locations until supplies last.
New Jersey Department of Agriculture
They’re back — spotted lanternfly in nymphal stage throughout NJ
Infestations of the spotted lanternfly have been registered in nearly every New Jersey county leading up to this year.
Tips to stay healthy when interacting with NJ farm animals
Some simple tips and precautions can keep NJ residents healthy around local farm animals this spring and summer.
NJ's 'Jersey Fresh' is open for business in the Garden State
The Jersey Fresh produce season has officially kicked off in the Garden State, with locally grown greens like asparagus and spinach available right now.
Don’t fret NJ farmers; a little cold should not hurt crops
Top New Jersey agricultural experts say despite cold temperatures, the state crops should remain in pretty good shape this season.
NJ says 2 counties should be sprayed for tree-killing caterpillar
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has proposed treating approximately 5,000 acres of residential and county-owned properties this year.
Can it be saved? American bumblebee disappearing in New Jersey
There's a push to get it listed as an endangered species. In the meantime, homeowners can do their part.
5 NJ counties added to ‘quarantine zone’ for spotted lanternfly, bringing total to 13
"They're just on a roll. They're going to continue to populate and flourish and move onward into new territories," said New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher.
Crush this bug — spotted lanternfly at vulnerable stage in NJ right now
"The populations are definitely increasing across the state," an expert says.
Record number of NJ schools now in fresh foods program
168 New Jersey schools are participating in the 2020-2021 school year's Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.