By Heather Cooper •
Plant & Pest Advisory- May 9, 2024- Kate Brown The New Jersey Legislature is currently reviewing identical bills (A3521/S2422) which would establish an occupational heat stress standard and “Occupational Heat-Related Illness and Injury Prevention Program” under the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development. As we monitor the progress of these bills, the Farm Health […]
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Risk FactorsDirect exposure to sunHigher humidity in the fieldsUsing heavy work clothes & equipment Signs & Symptoms HEAT EXHAUSTION HEATSTROKE WHAT TO DOHEAT EXHAUSTION Move to a cool placeLoosen clothesPut cool, wet cloths on or take cool bathSip waterIf throwing up, symptoms worsen or last longer than an hour, get medical help! HEAT STROKECall 911 […]
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Amar Patil, DVM, MVSc, PhD Dipl. ACVM, Director, Division of Animal Health/State Veterinarian To: Cattle Producers, Veterinarians, and Fair OrganizersFrom: Amar Patil, DVM, MVSc, PhD Dipl. ACVM, Director, Division of Animal Health/StateVeterinarianDate: April 27, 2024 RE: USDA Federal Order on testing and reporting Influenza A in cattle A Federal Order established by the United States […]
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Below is the locations and dates for recycling pesticide containers. The locations will not bemanned by NJDA. Individuals dropping off containers (triple rinsed, holes drilled in bottom ofcontainer or slit w a knife & sans paper booklet on container) may do so during business hours andcan pick up the form with a stamped self-addressed envelope […]
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Sensory Evaluation- In person (Course Code LF0606CB24)June 17 and 18, 2024 – $950 multi person – $1,050 befor 5/27 – $1,140 after – New Brunkswick, NJBuild your sensory evaluation skills and develop a greater understanding of the science behind food aroma, taste, color, and texture in this 2-day in-person class.You will learn:
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Cornell University announces they will be hosting the International Pepper Conference 2024. VisitInternationalpepper.org to register, arrange accommodations and plan your travel.“Fall in New York’s Finger Lakes Region is the perfect time to visit local waterfalls, revel in colorful foliage,and explore our ripening pepper selection! We are excited to be hosting the 26th Annual International Pepper […]
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Student must be a Cumberland County resident pursuing a degree in Production Agriculture/Horticulture, Agricultural Education, Agronomy or related field. The purpose of this scholarship is designed to support the general welfare of agriculture in Cumberland County. Through this program the board wishes to encourage the scientific study of agriculture and promote as a useful, profitable, […]
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Sponsored by the New Jersey Center for Research and Education, the program’s highlight is thedemonstration of the new in-row weeding machine from TILMOR by Allonardo Enterprises. There will also be a demonstration talk on Groundhog management and other wildlife management in the vineyard. The program details are below. The sequence of presentations may change depending […]
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Payment for exams is required prior to approval; approval turnaround is approximately 48 hours. The feeto take the Private applicator exam is $50 each; commercial applicator CORE and category exams are$135 each (effective 3/1/2024). Payment by credit card, electronic checking, or Purchase Order.Pesticide exams may now be taken online 24/7. See in-person exam schedule at […]
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The New Jersey Ruminant Report Newsletter provides information from a multidisciplinegroup of Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension Specialists and Agentsrepresenting diverse expertise in animal and forage crop production. On a biannualbasis through the Ruminant Report Newsletter, the Rutgers NJAES CooperativeExtension Specialists and Agents will present current, relevant, and innovativeinformation on ruminant management, nutrition, and health.The spring […]
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In New Jersey, all licensed pesticide applicators who store pesticides are required perN.J.A.C. 7:30-9.5 to maintain a list of the pesticides stored or likely to be stored duringthe license year. A storage inventory should be kept separate from the actual storagearea. See attached for a template form that meets the requirements for a single storagelocation […]
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FIRMAN E. BEAR CHAPTER, SWCS c/o Nancy Paolini The objective of the scholarship is to acknowledge students for their academic and personalaccomplishments in the field of conservation and/or natural resources. ELIGIBILITYThe applicant must: A $1,000 Scholarship will be awarded in memory of Edward R. Hall and Robert R. Hanna.APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30, 2024HOW TO APPLY:Mail […]
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Below is the locations and dates for recycling pesticide containers. The locations will not bemanned by NJDA. Individuals dropping off containers (triple rinsed, holes drilled in bottom ofcontainer or slit w a knife & sans paper booklet on container) may do so during business hours andcan pick up the form with a stamped self-addressed envelope […]
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TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy announced that Edward D. Wengryn will serve as the New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture, following his appointment by the State Board of Agriculture. The State Board of Agriculture unanimously confirmed Ed Wengryn at their meeting, and the Governor approved the appointment. Since July 1, 2023, Assistant Secretary Joe Atchison […]
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Have you gone through the Produce Safety Alliance training for the Produce Safety Rule? If so,now is your chance to find out if your farm is ready for an inspection. The New Jersey Departmentof Agriculture (NJDA) and the Rutgers On-Farm Food Safety Team are collaborating to performassessments on any farm who has gone through the […]