CARES Act Tips for Self-Employed Individuals
24 Apr 2020, Posted by in News, UncategorizedClick here for a fact sheet of tips for self-employed individuals regarding the CARES Act.
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Covid-19 Equine Related Resources for New Jersey – April 6
06 Apr 2020, Posted by in News, UncategorizedThe Equine Science Center has created a webpage with a resource list for Covid-19 Equine Related Resources for New Jersey. The page is a compilation of resources that have been made available by groups such as the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, New Jersey Farm…
New Jersey Farm Bureau Summary of Major CARES Act Provisions
02 Apr 2020, Posted by in News, UncategorizedThe Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was signed into law last week contains many provisions that may be of great assistance to the agriculture industry. NJFB has summarized to major provisions in this document.
Employee Travel Related to Critical Infrastructure – Letter Available
02 Apr 2020, Posted by in News, UncategorizedA letter acknowledging that ag employees are part of the critical infrastructure is a available for agricultural employers to provide to their employees. Click here for a copy of this letter.
Minimizing risks at farmers’ markets, on-farm markets, U-pick, produce auctions
01 Apr 2020, Posted by in Local Farms and Food, Marketing and Promotion, News, UncategorizedProduce growers should check out this informative article from the Vegetable Growers News with great tips to minimize COVID-19 risks. Click here for the story.
Horse Farms and Equestrian Operations — March 28 update
28 Mar 2020, Posted by in News, State NewsAs farms that market direct to the consumer they can be open. The farm owner/manager sets the conditions for those visits. The order for entertainment and exhibitions, fairs and shows means all events are cancelled! It is recommended for the next 10-14 days that horse…
Resources for Ag Employers regarding COVID-19
26 Mar 2020, Posted by in News, State NewsNJFB staff has compiled a list of resources designed to provide guidance for ag employers to help limit farm employees exposure to COVID-19. Other information included in this document covers the new additional benefits under the recently amended Family Medical Leave Act. Click here for…
NJ Economic Development Authority Announces New Initiatives to Support Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
26 Mar 2020, Posted by in Economics and Prices, News, State NewsThe New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved a suite of new programs designed to support businesses and workers facing economic hardship due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. The package of initiatives includes a grant program for small businesses, a zero-interest…
Covid-19 & NJ agriculture – March 23rd update
23 Mar 2020, Posted by in News, State News, UncategorizedClick here for the latest update on COVID-19 and how it impacts New Jersey’s agricultural businesses.
NJ COVID-19 Update – March 21
21 Mar 2020, Posted by in News, State News, UncategorizedCOVID-19 UPDATE March 21, 2020 Today Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 107 further limiting business operations in NJ and increasing the request for people to stay at home. Click here for more information.