Commercial Ag Updates - Rutgers Plant and Pest Advisory https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu Rutgers Cooperative Extension Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:31:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://users.feedblitz.com/f64928b038649c5d7c16ea46d8cf1989/PPATrial27.png Commercial Ag Updates - Rutgers Plant and Pest Advisory https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu 99120511 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/fertigation-improving-nitrogen-management-in-new-jersey-vegetable-crops/ Fertigation: Improving Nitrogen Management In New Jersey Vegetable Crops https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958057598/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Fertigation-Improving-Nitrogen-Management-In-New-Jersey-Vegetable-Crops/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:25:08 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39681 Nitrogen is one of the most important nutrients for vegetable production, but it can also be one of the easiest to lose (by leaching), especially on New Jersey’s sandy Coastal Plain soils. Heavy rainfall or excessive irrigation can move nitrogen below the crop root zone before plants have a chance to use it. One way […]

]]> Nitrogen is one of the most important nutrients for vegetable production, but it can also be one of the easiest to lose (by leaching), especially on New Jersey’s sandy Coastal Plain soils. Heavy rainfall or excessive irrigation can move nitrogen below the crop root zone before plants have a chance to use it.

One way growers can improve nitrogen-use efficiency is through fertigation....

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]]> 39681 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/nj-freeze-disaster-designation-and-emergency-loan-info-nj-freeze-disaster-declaration-approved/ NJ Freeze Disaster Designation and Emergency Loan Info (NJ Freeze Disaster Declaration Approved) https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957985508/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~NJ-Freeze-Disaster-Designation-and-Emergency-Loan-Info-NJ-Freeze-Disaster-Declaration-Approved/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:22:28 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39659 The requested disaster declaration regarding Freeze from April 19, 2026, through April 22, 2026, has been approved by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins on June 8th, 2026. All 21 counties in New Jersey, seventeen (17) primary and four (4) contiguous, are covered by this designation. A Secretarial Disaster Designation makes farm operators in primary […]

]]> The requested disaster declaration regarding Freeze from April 19, 2026, through April 22, 2026, has been approved by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins on June 8th, 2026. All 21 counties in New Jersey, seventeen (17) primary and four (4) contiguous, are covered by this designation.

A Secretarial Disaster Designation makes farm operators in primary and contiguous counties eligible to...

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]]> 39659 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/new-world-screwworm-why-new-jersey-livestock-producers-should-be-aware/ New World Screwworm: Why New Jersey Livestock Producers Should Be Aware https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957865631/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~New-World-Screwworm-Why-New-Jersey-Livestock-Producers-Should-Be-Aware/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:34:43 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39619 Recent detection (on June 3, 2026) of New World screwworm in Texas (Zavala County) have renewed attention to a livestock pest that was eradicated from the United States more than 50 years ago. While the current detections are far from New Jersey, they serve as a reminder of the importance of animal health surveillance and […]

]]> Recent detection (on June 3, 2026) of New World screwworm in Texas (Zavala County) have renewed attention to a livestock pest that was eradicated from the United States more than 50 years ago. While the current detections are far from New Jersey, they serve as a reminder of the importance of animal health surveillance and routine livestock inspections.

  • What is New World Screwworm: New World...

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]]> 39619 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/are-you-required-to-let-the-public-bring-their-animals-onto-your-retail-farm-2/ Farm Visitors Are Back: Are you required to let the public bring their animals onto your retail farm? https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957698303/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Farm-Visitors-Are-Back-Are-you-required-to-let-the-public-bring-their-animals-onto-your-retail-farm/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:44:16 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39594 A spring reminder of what you can and cant do regarding the public wanting to bring animals to your direct market and/or agritourism farm: An increasing number of customers are bringing animals with them when they visit farm markets, pick your own farms, or agritainment activities. Animals can pose a food safety risk to produce, […]

]]> A spring reminder of what you can and cant do regarding the public wanting to bring animals to your direct market and/or agritourism farm:

An increasing number of customers are bringing animals with them when they visit farm markets, pick your own farms, or agritainment activities. Animals can pose a food safety risk to produce, introduce disease to farm animals, frighten or upset farm animals....

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]]> 39594 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/late-planted-corn-in-southern-new-jersey-what-to-expect-and-how-to-manage-in-2026/ Late-Planted Corn in Southern New Jersey: What to Expect and How to Manage in 2026 https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957692345/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~LatePlanted-Corn-in-Southern-New-Jersey-What-to-Expect-and-How-to-Manage-in/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:52:11 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39592 USDA reports indicate that 93% of the U.S. corn crop was planted by May 31, 2026, slightly ahead of the five-year average, with strong emergence (76%) and 67% of the crop rated good to excellent. However, national progress does not always reflect local conditions. In southern New Jersey (NJ), cooler soil temperatures and variable field […]

]]> USDA reports indicate that 93% of the U.S. corn crop was planted by May 31, 2026, slightly ahead of the five-year average, with strong emergence (76%) and 67% of the crop rated good to excellent. However, national progress does not always reflect local conditions. In southern New Jersey (NJ), cooler soil temperatures and variable field conditions pushed some planting into late May and early June....

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]]> 39592 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/39298-2-2-2/ Networks to Reduce Risk: Field trip to Montclair Community Farms and Program Wrap up https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957211283/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Networks-to-Reduce-Risk-Field-trip-to-Montclair-Community-Farms-and-Program-Wrap-up/ Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:06 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39303 Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and […]

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Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and community food systems, and connect with fellow participants....

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]]> 39303 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/grower-survey-interest-in-ginger-and-turmeric-production-in-new-jersey/ Grower Survey: Interest in Ginger and Turmeric Production in New Jersey? https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/956655581/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Grower-Survey-Interest-in-Ginger-and-Turmeric-Production-in-New-Jersey/ Tue, 19 May 2026 12:15:18 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39477 Rutgers Cooperative Extension is seeking input from New Jersey growers regarding their interest in producing ginger and turmeric as specialty crops in the state. Information collected through this survey will help identify current production practices, perceived challenges, and research and Extension needs associated with ginger and turmeric production in the region. Survey responses will also...

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]]> Rutgers Cooperative Extension is seeking input from New Jersey growers regarding their interest in producing ginger and turmeric as specialty crops in the state. Information collected through this survey will help identify current production practices, perceived challenges, and research and Extension needs associated with ginger and turmeric production in the region.

Survey responses will also...

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]]> 39477 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/protecting-your-crops-from-heat-stress/ Protecting your crops from heat stress https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/956573483/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Protecting-your-crops-from-heat-stress/ Mon, 18 May 2026 19:43:23 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39442 Spring in NJ this year has certainly been a whirlwind of conditions. While a few short weeks ago many were battling freezing temperatures, we now face extreme heat. Heat damage typically occurs when temperatures are sustained above 86℉ for long periods. With temperatures in the upper 90s and potentially exceeding 100℉ in some locations this […]

]]> Spring in NJ this year has certainly been a whirlwind of conditions. While a few short weeks ago many were battling freezing temperatures, we now face extreme heat. Heat damage typically occurs when temperatures are sustained above 86℉ for long periods. With temperatures in the upper 90s and potentially exceeding 100℉ in some locations this week, you should take extra measures to protect your...

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]]> 39442 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/njda-survey-for-250-year-old-nj-farms/ NJDA Survey for 250+ Year Old NJ Farms https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/956120003/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~NJDA-Survey-for-Year-Old-NJ-Farms/ Fri, 15 May 2026 18:28:08 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39432 The New Jersey Department of Agriculture needs your help! The Department is gathering information on New Jersey farms that are 250 years old or older, as USDA and NASDA are recognizing farms marking 250+ years as part of the national Freedom250 celebration. If your farm or a farm you know qualifies, please complete NJDA’s short […]

]]> The New Jersey Department of Agriculture needs your help! The Department is gathering information on New Jersey farms that are 250 years old or older, as USDA and NASDA are recognizing farms marking 250+ years as part of the national Freedom250 celebration.

If your farm or a farm you know qualifies, please complete NJDA’s short form by clicking here — the submission deadline is this...

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]]> 39432 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/39298-2-2/ Networks to Reduce Risk: Field trip to Montclair Community Farms and Program Wrap up https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/955719623/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Networks-to-Reduce-Risk-Field-trip-to-Montclair-Community-Farms-and-Program-Wrap-up/ Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:18 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39305 Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and […]

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Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and community food systems, and connect with fellow participants....

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]]> 39305 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/managing-orchards-through-a-season-with-limited-yields/ Managing Orchards Through a Season With Limited Yields  https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/955580612/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Managing-Orchards-Through-a-Season-With-Limited-Yields/ Fri, 08 May 2026 22:29:37 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39387 The recent freeze event April 20-21, 2026, has had wide ranging impacts on fruit crops statewide, including but not limited to peaches, nectarines, cherries, apples, pears, and plums. Across the state, significant injury to blossoms and young fruit has been confirmed, with many orchards reporting substantial crop loss. The extent of damage remains highly variable by location, elevation,...

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]]> The recent freeze event April 20-21, 2026, has had wide ranging impacts on fruit crops statewide, including but not limited to peaches, nectarines, cherries, apples, pears, and plums. Across the state, significant injury to blossoms and young fruit has been confirmed, with many orchards reporting substantial crop loss. The extent of damage remains highly variable by location, elevation,...

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]]> 39387 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/laser-weeder-demonstration-in-vegetable-field-trials-at-rarec/ Laser Weeder Demonstration in Vegetable Field Trials at RAREC https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/955313378/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Laser-Weeder-Demonstration-in-Vegetable-Field-Trials-at-RAREC/ Tue, 05 May 2026 14:43:28 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39367 Wednesday, May 13th at 10 am Rutgers Agricultural Research and Extension Center (RAREC) 121 Northville Rd, Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Come see vegetable field trials evaluating the LaserWeeder G2 by Carbon Robotics. Laser weeding and laser crop thinning will be demonstrated in spinach, kale, and cilantro   Come see this new weed control technology in action! […]

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Rutgers Agricultural Research and Extension Center (RAREC)

121 Northville Rd, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Come see vegetable field trials evaluating the LaserWeeder G2 by Carbon Robotics.

Laser weeding and laser crop thinning will be demonstrated in spinach, kale, and cilantro

Come see this new weed control technology in action!

More information is available on the attached...

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]]> 39367 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/39298-2/ Networks to Reduce Risk: Field trip to Montclair Community Farms and Program Wrap up https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/954886709/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Networks-to-Reduce-Risk-Field-trip-to-Montclair-Community-Farms-and-Program-Wrap-up/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:13:14 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39298 Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and […]

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Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the final event of the Networks to Reduce Risk: Building Viable NJ Farms program! We’re celebrating with a special field trip to Montclair Community Farms from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This fun wrap‑up event offers a great chance to explore urban agriculture, learn about sustainability and community food systems, and connect with fellow participants....

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]]> 39298 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/fruit-ipm-updates-week-of-4-06-2026-2-2/ Fruit IPM Updates Week of 4/20/2026 https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/954511685/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Fruit-IPM-Updates-Week-of/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:43:37 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39282 Tree Fruit Phenology Update Tree fruit development across New Jersey progressed rapidly over the past week under continued warm conditions; however, a significant freeze event has resulted in widespread injury to blossoms and young fruit across much of the state. Reports from across the state indicate substantial losses in many orchards, particularly in low-lying areas […]

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Tree Fruit Phenology Update

Tree fruit development across New Jersey progressed rapidly over the past week under continued warm conditions; however, a significant freeze event has resulted in widespread injury to blossoms and young fruit across much of the state. Reports from across the state indicate substantial losses in many orchards, particularly in low-lying areas and blocks that were at...

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]]> 39282 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/ag-drone-webinar-tuesday-april-28th-700pm/ Ag Drone Webinar, Tuesday, April 28th 7:00PM https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/954435854/0/plantpestadvisorycommercialagupdates~Ag-Drone-Webinar-Tuesday-April-th-PM/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:56:01 +0000 https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/?p=39278 Using Drones in Agriculture Webinar Date: April 28, 2026 Time: 7:00-8:30 PM This program will highlight research projects, and real-world uses of drones in agricultural operations and will foster discussion and networking for anyone interested in using drones in their agricultural operation. 7:00 PM Drone Technology: A Tool for Crop Production and Management – Stephen […]

]]> Using Drones in Agriculture
Webinar
Date: April 28, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:30 PM

This program will highlight research projects, and real-world uses of drones in agricultural operations and will foster discussion and networking for anyone interested in using drones in their agricultural operation.

7:00 PM Drone Technology: A Tool for Crop Production and Management
– Stephen Komar, ANR Agent...

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