Proposed rules: PRN_2023-079_SADC_2_76-25 Original Notification of Public Hearing: Notice of public hearing SPS rule proposal Important information: DATE: September 27, 2023 TIME: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m LOCATION: TEAMS Virtual Meeting To join the hearing via computer: Click here to join the meeting To join the hearing via phone: Call (856)338-7074 Conference ID: 268 […]
Continue reading...Notice of Public Hearing on SADC Rule Proposal Establishing Soil Protection Standards on Preserved Farmland
Vegetable IPM Update 9/06/23

Sweet Corn Fall armyworm (FAW) infestations in whorl stage plantings in northern and central counties have dropped to very low levels. This may not be the case in southern counties. Growers are advised to check whorl and seedling stage corn plantings weekly for signs of FAW. Consider treating if infestation rates exceed 10%. This […]
Continue reading...DCPA (Dacthal) Technical Herbicide Product Suspended by EPA
[USEPA OPPT Update September 1, 2023]. Effective August 22, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency suspended the technical-grade product containing the pesticide dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA), marketed under the trade name Dacthal, f… Read More »
Continue reading...Vegetable IPM Update 8/30/23

Sweet Corn Fall armyworm (FAW) infestations in whorl stage plantings remain a presence, although in many scouted fields in northern and central counties, the incidence of FAW has declined. Re-infestation rates are fairly low, even in coastal areas. This may not be the case in southern counties. Growers are advised to check whorl and […]
Continue reading...Vegetable Disease Update: 08-24-23
Cucurbit downy mildew has been reported on pumpkin, butternut squash, spaghetti squash, cucumber, and cantaloupe in New Jersey. For more information on CDM control please click here. Pepper anthracnose is being reported in New Jersey. For more information on controlling anthracnose fruit rot please click here. Basil downy mildew has been reported in New Jersey. […]
Continue reading...Cucurbit Downy Mildew Alert – Pumpkin, Butternut, Spaghetti Squash – 8/24/23
Cucurbit downy mildew has been confirmed on pumpkin, butternut, and spaghetti squash in Northern New Jersey (Morris County). This is the first report of CDM on pumpkin, butternut and spaghetti squash in New Jersey this growing season. CDM has previously been reported on cantaloupe in Salem County on July 7th and on cucumber in Gloucester […]
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