Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Definition The Plant Stress Hypothesis generally states that plants subjected to stressful conditions become more susceptible to attack by insects and diseases. This is often thought to be due to the plant’s increased suitability as a food or due to the reduced ability of the stressed plant to defend itself. It is commonly believed that […]
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Sweet Corn Low numbers of European corn borer (ECB) moths have been captured in parts of the state. Overall, this flight has been weak, but consistently warmer weather may result in somewhat higher numbers over the next week. The highest adult activity is currently in Burlington and Gloucester counties, although even there it is low. […]
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Boxwood Blight (BWB) Alert – Infection Potential (Now – FRIDAY) There is a potential for new boxwood blight infections throughout much of NJ. The end of week rains coupled with more mild temperatures, cloud cover, and prolonged periods of leaf wetness will contribute to the spread or worsening of boxwood blight infections. It is time to […]
Continue reading...In anticipation of the beginning of combine season, please check the following resources to minimize stored grain losses or quality deductions. High humidity has prevailed throughout much of southern New Jersey since Mid-May with most days registering above 90 degrees relative humidity. The rain event beginning on May 27th brought and inch to two-inches of […]
Continue reading...New Jersey farms may be interested in adding Cottage Food products to their product line at their farm stands and markets. The Cottage Food Law is very specific about the types of products it covers, the total sales value of the Cottage Food products, and the production location of these products. Municipalities must be consulted […]
Continue reading...Peach: Bacterial Spot: Bacterial spot fruit symptoms started to appear last week statewide. These infections occurred during the mothers day storm. So far levels of fruit infection are very low however we have not yet seen the development of symptoms from recent rain events. Leaf symptoms appear after 1 week and fruit symptoms take 3 […]
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