Greetings from the Veg IPM team! We hope everyone is doing alright despite the tough spring weather. In this post, we’ll discuss what we’ve been seeing as we’ve begun scouting cole crops and high tunnel tomatoes.
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May 5, 2026 Patrick McMullen
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.
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…]
April 30, 2026 Claudia Gil Arroyo
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
April 25, 2026 Claudia Gil Arroyo
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
April 21, 2026 Claudia Gil Arroyo
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
