Links

Pest, Disease, and Weed Management Links

• The IR-4 Project: Biopesticides and Organic Support
  Click on "Search the Biopesticide Organic Support Label Database" to search for organic materials by crop, pest and/or problem, and state.
• Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
  Visit this site to learn more about Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory and how to submit samples for diagnosis.
• Cornell University: Berry Diagnostic Tool
  Identify diseases and production problems in strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, and ribes using this guide from Cornell University.
• Cornell University Weed Ecology and Management Laboratory: Organic Weed Management
  The organic weed management section of the Cornell University Weed Ecology and Management Laboratory covers a variety of topics and techniques, from flame weeding to crop competitiveness.
• New Jersey Department of Agriculture: Philip Alampi Beneficial Insect Rearing Laboratory
  New Jersey’s Philip Alampi Beneficial Insect Laboratory rears beneficial insects. A list of insects and contact information for the laboratory can be found on this page.

Newsletters

• Rutgers Blueberry Bulletin
  Published weekly throughout the season, this bulletin provides timely information for NJ blueberry growers.
• Rutgers Plant and Pest Advisory
  The Plant and Pest Advisory newsletter is the source for current information on insects, diseases, and weeds affecting commercial growers in New Jersey. There are separate issues for vegetable crops; fruit; field and forage crops; and landscape, ornamentals, nursery and turf.
• Cornell University: Scaffolds Fruit Journal
  Scaffolds Fruit Journal, published by Cornell University – New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, with Cornell Cooperative Extension, provides weekly updates on fruit pest management and crop development
• UMass Extension: Fruit Notes
  Published four times each year, Fruit Notes provides reports on current research from University of Massachusetts and other universities.

Marketing, Economics, and Certification

• Rutgers Farm Management
  The Farm Management page provides tools on budgeting, marketing and management. Resources include an interactive smartform budget, which helps you calculate the net returns per acre on your operation, and reference budgets for organic production of various field crops, fruits, vegetables, and livestock. .
• Organic Materials Review Institute: OMRI Lists
  Check here to see if a material is approved for use in organic production.
• USDA National Organic Program
  The home page for the USDA National Organic Program.

Organic Crop Production

• Cornell University: Organic Guides
  Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station has developed organic production guides for select crops, including cole crops, grapes, peas, and several more.
• Penn State Extension: Organic Vegetable Production
  This page, from Penn State Extension, discusses organic vegetable production in the United States, providing introductory information to the certification process, organic farm planning, and organic production practices. Of particular interest is a table listing factors affecting organic production of selected crops.
• University of Wisconsin: Uncommon Fruit
  University of Wisconsin researchers have developed a great resource for growers, providing information on a range of "uncommon, unusual, and overlooked" fruits.

University, Organization, and Government Resources

• Rutgers University: The Student Farm
  Visit this site to learn more about The Student Farm at Rutgers and their community supported agriculture program.
• New Jersey Department of Agriculture
  New Jersey Department of Agriculture home page
• New Jersey Farm Bureau
  New Jersey Farm Bureau home page
• Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey
  NOFA-NJ hosts an annual winter conference, as well as other events throughout the year.
• American Society of Agronomy
  Within the American Society of Agronomy is the Organic Management Systems Community. As members of this community, scientists research organic production systems and exchange information with colleagues in order to support organic producers.
• Cornell University: Organic Farming Research
  Cornell Small Farms Program’s Campus to Farm Guide summarizes valuable agricultural research conducted at the university.
• Floriculture InfoSearch
  A new search engine to help growers find answers to floriculture questions.
• National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service
  Developed and managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology, this ATTRA program provides information on sustainable agriculture for producers, consumers, and professionals. Topics include organic farming, local food systems, and energy alternatives. Resources are also available for beginning farmers. ATTRA also hosts an internship database.
• Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education
  Northeast SARE provides information pertinent for Northeast growers.
• Organic Farming Research Foundation
  The Organic Farming Research Foundation works to expand organic production and support organic producers. OFRF also supports research for organic and sustainable agriculture and provides grants for research, education, and outreach.
• Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture
  PASA hosts an annual conference, as well as other educational events year-round. PASA focuses both on sustainable agriculture and local food systems.
• The Rodale Institute
  The Rodale Institute is a non-profit organization. Rodale supports organic farming by conducting relevant research and providing educational materials for producers and consumers.
• Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education
  SARE is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture. Find information on research projects and funding opportunities. Also available on this site are a number of fact sheets, bulletins, and other educational materials. Additionally, some books are available for free download.

Organic Livestock and Pasture

• Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station: Organic Dairy Initiative
  The New York Organic Dairy Initiative, presented by Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station provides information for consumers and producers on organic dairy production.

Soil Management

• Rutgers Soil Profile
  The Soil Profile is an annual newsletter on soil and plant nutrition and is published by Joseph Heckman, Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension Specialist in Soil Fertility
• Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory
  Visit this site to learn more about Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory and how to submit samples for analysis.

Organic and Sustainable Land Care

• Rutgers Center for Turfgrass Science Research
  Visit the Center for Turfgrass Science Research page to get the latest research updates from Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station
• Rutgers Organic Land Care Program
  The Organic Land Care program at Rutgers encourages homeowners and landscapers to improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and reduce runoff by using a holistic approach.  This site provides resources for homeowners and professionals, including information on the certification program.

Community Relations and Right-to-Farm

• New Jersey Department of Agriculture: Right to Farm Act
  On the NJ Department of Agriculture site, find the text of the Act, as well as eligibility, rules, and resources.