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House and Senate Ag Committees release Farm Bill outlines

03 May 2024, Posted by admin in National News, News

Earlier this week, House Ag Committee Chairman GT Thompson released a five-page outline of a 2024 Farm Bill and  announced a House Agriculture Committee markup date of May 23rd.  Click here to read.

The same day, Senate Ag Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow released a  summary of a farm bill titled, The Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024. Chairwoman Stabenow has not indicated a date for a markup.  Click here to read.

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Woman of the Year Applications Now Being Accepted

03 May 2024, Posted by admin in Local Farms and Food, Marketing and Promotion, News, State News

The NJFB Women’s Leadership Committee is looking to award a New Jersey Farm Bureau member for her outstanding achievements and efforts on the farm and within the agriculture industry.

The WLC mission is to develop public understanding of the value and need for agriculture in everyday living through education while empowering women to be strong, effective leaders and advocates in agriculture.

They are looking for the women in your community who are proud to be in the agricultural field be it on a tractor, milking a cow, or teaching a classroom.

Please nominate a worthy female Farm Bureau member to be the 2024 NJFB Woman of the Year.

2024 Woman of the Year Application

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Summary of legal objections to proposed soil protection standards

14 Feb 2024, Posted by admin in News, State News

Last week New Jersey Farm Bureau forwarded a concise summary of the legal objections to the draft SPS standard for farmland preservation deeds to the State Board of Agriculture. The statement cites the frail legal justification for retroactively imposing regulatory requirements on existing preserved farm owners. It was co-signed by four of the leading attorneys who practice ag law in the state.

Click here to read the summary

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In Memoriam: Dan Farrand

12 Feb 2024, Posted by admin in News, State News

Dan Farrand, longtime Morris County farmer nd active farm organization leader, died February 8 after a long illness. Dan was a stalwart farmer and champion of agriculture, taking over the family farm business in Long Valley from his father Harold that pre-dated the days of the American Revolution. Past member of the State Board of Agriculture and Farm Bureau director for many years, he was rock solid in speaking on behalf of fellow farmers throughout his adulthood. We mourn his passing and express deep condolences to his wife Janet and family.

Dan’s Life Celebration will include a visitation on Saturday February 17, 2024 from 11am – 3pm at the William J. Leber Funeral Home (908) 879-3090, 15 Furnace Road, Chester, NJ 07930. A Funeral Service will begin at 3pm and will conclude all services for Dan. Interment will be held privately by his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Heart Transplant Program, 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112.

Memorial page and additional details can be found here.

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Six-day Firearm Opens Dec. 4

30 Nov 2023, Posted by admin in News, Science and Environmental Issues, State News

The week of December 4 may be the busiest week of the year for deer hunters:

  • Six-day Firearm deer hunting season opens Monday, Dec. 4
  • Permit Bow season continues in many zones
  • Permit Shotgun and Permit Muzzleloader seasons are open for antlerless deer only in a limited number of zones

Don’t miss out on some of the best deer hunting anywhere!

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Memorial Arrangements for former NJFB Treasurer E. Owen Pool

15 Nov 2023, Posted by admin in Meetings and Events, News, State News

Owen Pool, longtime Gloucester County farmer and former NJFB treasurer for many years, died October 31, 2023. Owen was the victim in a tragic motor vehicle accident near his farm.  Owen volunteered countless hours as a Farm Bureau leader and volunteer, as did his late wife Beth who was very active with the NJFB Women’s Committee. 

Owen had a great gift of service to fellow farmers and others – he will be greatly missed.

Relatives and Friends may visit from 10:30am to 12:30pm on Sunday, November 26th at the Elmer Grange #26, 535 Daretown Road, Elmer, NJ where a memorial service will be held at 12:30pm. As an expression of sympathy, contributions can be made to NJ Farm Bureau, Gladys (Beth) & Owen Pool Ag Education Scholarship Fund, 168 W. State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.

Click here to view the complete obituary for Owen.

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Garden State’s $1.5B agriculture industry ‘going strong’ thanks to innovation

16 Oct 2023, Posted by admin in Economics and Prices, Local Farms and Food, News, State News

Despite challenges, state’s farms are ‘still going strong’ thanks to innovations

The basics:

  • Agriculture is New Jersey’s third-largest industry, generating approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue.
  • The industry is facing challenges such as a tough regulatory environment, high operating costs, competition and unpredictable weather conditions.
  • Small and mid-sized farms around the state are embracing agritourism as a means to add value to their products and attract consumers.

Click here to read the full story from NJBIZ.

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PESTICIDE CONTAINER DISPOSAL

04 Oct 2023, Posted by admin in News, Science and Environmental Issues, State News

The NJDA has released a DEP advisory to farmers regarding the proper disposal of empty pesticide containers. This two-page document summarizes helpful tips and the rules for various situations regarding disposal and recycling. This guide explains how/where to make the disposals, including contact telephone numbers to call with questions.

For a copy of the document, click here.

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