New Jersey Department of Agriculture Announces #jerseyfreshapples Photo Contest Winner

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture today announced the overall winner of the 2023 #JerseyFreshApples social media photo contest as Christy Gamber, of Millville.

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Announces Record for Schools in Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program

As part of the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s continuing efforts to improve nutritional opportunities for school children, New Jersey Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Joseph Atchison III, announced that a record-high 222 New Jersey schools are participating in the 2023-2024 school year’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP).

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Kicks Off #JerseyFreshApples Contest

New Jersey Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Joe Atchison III today announced the #JerseyFreshApples social media photo contest will begin on September 6. Jersey Fresh fans can share photos of Jersey Fresh apples and mention the orchard where they were picked with the hashtag #JerseyFreshApples.

Jersey Fresh Shore Promotion to Feature Free Blueberries

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture will highlight National Blueberry Month on Monday afternoon, July 10, with special visits to the shore towns of Wildwood, Atlantic City and Seaside Heights where NJDA marketing staff will be on hand to distribute free Jersey Fresh blueberries to beachgoers.

Governor Murphy Recognizes Retirement of Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher

Governor Phil Murphy today marked the retirement of Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher. Fisher has served as Secretary since 2009 under the Corzine Administration and after 14 years of dedicated service to the state’s agricultural community, his retirement is effective tomorrow, July 1, 2023. Assistant Secretary Joe Atchison III will direct the department, assuming the responsibilities of Secretary.