The fourth edition of the Eastern Viticulture and Enology Forum (EVEF) webinar series is a collaborative effort between the Penn State Extension Grape and Wine Team and the land grant institutions: Cornell University, Rutgers University, Colorado State University, University of Georgia, Iowa State University, University of Maryland, and Ohio State University. Along with webinar presenters, […]
Continue reading...Free Skin Cancer Screenings to be Offered at 2024 NJ Agricultural Convention and Trade Show

The nature of agricultural work demands farmers spend long hours outdoors in direct sunlight, which increases their risk of developing skin cancer. Prevalence of skin cancer among the agricultural community has prompted Rutgers Cooperative Extension and the Vegetable Growers Association of NJ to partner with ScreenNJ to offer no-cost skin cancer screenings to farmers who […]
Continue reading...FDA Releases New Tools for the Food Traceability Rule Under Food Safety Modernization Act
On November 30 the Food and Drug Administration rolled out new tools and FAQs that will continue to inform stakeholders about the Food Traceability Rule and help covered entities come into compliance. The rule is a key component of Section 204(d) of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). This final rule was issued in November 2022 and will […]
Continue reading...Need Fit Testing for Your Respirator? Workshop on February 8, 2024

WORKSHOP: WPS RESPIRATORY PROTECTOIN TRAINING, FIT TESTING & RECORD KEEPINGOrganizer and Host: PATRICIA HASTINGS Email: hastings@njaes.rutgers.eduThursday, February 8, 2024 at 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED-SPACE LIMITED) As part of the 2024 New Jersey Agricultural Convention and Trade Show, Rutgers Cooperative Extension is hosting educational sessions and workshops on Tuesday, February 6 through […]
Continue reading...Updates on Diseases of Vegetable Crops NOW VIRTUAL!
The Updates on Diseases of Vegetable Crops free informational talk with Dr. Andy Wyenandt is now being held via Zoom! Date: December 7th, 2023 Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm Registration is required and you will receive the Zoom link with your registration confirmation. Register here: https://go.rutgers.edu/clkw9xjw For additional information you can call (609) 465-5115, ext. […]
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