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May 5, 2026

Laser Weeder Demonstration in Vegetable Field Trials at RAREC

Wednesday, May 13th at 10 am

Rutgers Agricultural Research and Extension Center (RAREC)

121 Northville Rd, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Come see vegetable field trials evaluating the LaserWeeder G2 by Carbon Robotics.

Laser weeding and laser crop thinning will be demonstrated in spinach, kale, and cilantro

 

Come see this new weed control technology in action!

More information is available on the attached flyer May 13 Laser Weeder Field Day

Please dress for field conditions.

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Tomato spotted wilt virus alert 5/1/2026

We have seen a couple scattered cases of tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) in Southern NJ greenhouses this spring. Be on the lookout for any tomato plants that seem abnormal [Read more…]

Filed Under: Organic Production, vegetable, Vegetable Crops Tagged With: , ,
April 30, 2026

Networks to Reduce Risk: Field trip to Montclair Community Farms and Program Wrap up

Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and community food systems, and connect with fellow participants. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, and it’s the perfect opportunity to take photos and close out the program together. Registration is just $5—save your spot today! You can register at: https://go.rutgers.edu/lxjqrrv7
Filed Under: Christmas Trees, Commercial Ag Updates, Field, Forage & Livestock, Fruit, Landscape, Nursery, & Turf, Vegetable Crops Tagged With: , , ,
April 25, 2026

Field Trip: Managing Risk on your Agritourism Farm

There’s still time to register!

Rutgers Snyder Research and Extension Farm

Tuesday, April 28

10.00am – 1.00pm

Register at: https://go.rutgers.edu/ncudh8xr 

 

Managing Risk on your Agritourism Farm A field trip to the Rutgers Snyder Research and Extension Farm

 

Filed Under: Christmas Trees, Field, Forage & Livestock, Fruit, Landscape, Nursery, & Turf, Vegetable Crops Tagged With: , , ,
April 21, 2026

Field Trip: Managing Risk on your Agritourism Farm

Rutgers Snyder Research and Extension Farm

Tuesday, April 28

10.00am – 1.00pm

Register at: https://go.rutgers.edu/ncudh8xr 

 

Managing Risk on your Agritourism Farm A field trip to the Rutgers Snyder Research and Extension Farm

 

Filed Under: Christmas Trees, Field, Forage & Livestock, Fruit, Landscape, Nursery, & Turf, Vegetable Crops Tagged With: , , ,
April 20, 2026

SALEM COUNTY AGRONOMY TWILIGHT MEETING-1 (May 1, 2026)

SALEM COUNTY AGRONOMY TWILIGHT MEETING-1

Date & Time: May 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
(Program starts at 5:00 PM; please arrive a few minutes early)

Location: Rutgers Cooperative Extension Office, 51 Cheney Rd., Woodstown, NJ 08098

Registration:
Call: 856-769-0090
Email: molly.english@salemcountynj.gov

Credits Approved:

  • CORE: Basic Safety and Handling: 02
  • 1A: Agricultural Plant: 02
  • 10: Demonstration & Research: 02
  • PP2: Private Applicator: 02

Topics & Speakers:

  • The 3R’s of Pesticide Use: Resistance, Rotation, and Regulation
    Speaker: Janine Spies, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
  • The Endangered Species Act Changes to Pesticide Labels
    Speaker: William J. Bamka, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
  • Nitrogen from Air to Soil using Sunlight
    Speaker: Joseph R. Heckman, Rutgers University
  • Agronomist’s Field Guide to Drought Resilience
    Speaker: Ramandeep Sharma, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Filed Under: Commercial Ag Updates, Field, Forage & Livestock, Landscape, Nursery, & Turf, Organic Production, Vegetable Crops