From Sustaining Farming on the Urban Fringe
Last week Meredith Melendez, Mercer County Ag Agent, fielded this question from a grower who currently runs a CSA and is considering adding PYO (pick-your-own) fruit to the farm's portfolio.
Rutgers Cooperative Extension Agents, including the Agritourism Team, weigh in with specific answers and solid advice.
They offer small-fruit crop suggestions, discuss the special problems related to organic cultivation of these crops, and comment on how agritourism activities can add to the farm's bottom-line.
Read more Jersey Vegetable Crops Ag Updates @ Commercial Ag Updates on the Rutgers Plant & Pest Advisory |
Plant & Pest Advisory > Commercial Ag Updates and Farm Food Safety
Plant & Pest Advisory > Vegetable Crops
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The points of contact between Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service and the grower & business communities are the NJ County Agricultural Agents. The agents are a tremendous source of information for both new and experienced growers. Visit your local county extension office.
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