By Jim Murphy Many people are aware that tree root competition is part of the challenge of maintaining turf within the drip line of trees. But the canopy of trees also contributes to the challenge by capturing and retaining much, and in some cases all, of a rain. Rain shadows have been evident for some time now but the […]
Continue reading...October 2, 2013 Kris Holmstrom and Joe Ingerson-Mahar
Veg IPM Update: Week Ending 10/02/13
Vegetable IPM Report 10-02-13 – Click to View | Download | Print Current Week’s Pest Maps – Available Maps for the week are highlighted European Corn Borer Map Corn Earworm Blacklight Map Corn Earworm Pheromone Map Brown Marmorated Stinkbug Map Vegetable IPM Pest Map Archive
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Ag Impacts During 2013 Shutdown
From Douglas H. Fisher, Secretary, NJ Department of Agriculture The New Jersey Department of Agriculture is committed to keeping you informed of how the ongoing shutdown of federal services will impact agriculture in New Jersey. As of this afternoon, we know the following from a conference call today with USDA and the National Association of […]
Continue reading...September 27, 2013 Wes Kline and Meredith Melendez
FDA Publishes Resorces for Produce Growers
The FDA has released a fact sheet with multiple resources for produce growers regarding the Food Safety Modernization Act. Included resources are: Produce rule Preventive controls rule Key issues (agricultural water, biological soil amendments etc.) Backround information on FSMA FDA videos and presentations For more information click on the highlighted “fact sheet” words above.
Continue reading...September 27, 2013 Wes Kline and Meredith Melendez
Instructions on How to Comment on the Proposed FSMA Rule
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is the most sweeping reform of food safety laws in over 70 years. Signed January 4, 2011 by President Obama, FSMA aims to create an integrated food safety system and improve the quality of food products to the public by reducing foodborne illness. On January 4, 2013, the U.S. […]
Continue reading...September 27, 2013 Wes Kline and Meredith Melendez
The Food Safety Modernization Act: What Does it Mean for Your Farm Operation?
FSMA Informational Meeting October 22, 2013 Rutgers EcoComplex 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Free of Charge Sponsored by: New Jersey Department of Agriculture and New Jersey Farm Burea For more details click the highlighted link.
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