Female is large and colorful; male is small and brown Not in NJ yet, but is anticipated to arrive in coming years It is shy and prefers to stay outdoors Not typically a problem for humans or pets ...

Organic growers, like all farmers, can use targeted plant nutrition to grow healthy crops with better yield and protection from pests and disease. Soil testing, soil type, plant tissue analysis, and ...

Pickleworms (Diaphania nitidalis) are significant pests of cucurbit crops, negatively affecting plant health and productivity. Their feeding behavior and life cycle make it challenging for gardeners ...

Mycorrhizal fungi are vital organisms that are essential to the health and function of terrestrial ecosystems. They originated more than 400 million years ago and strongly influenced the evolution and ...

The Protein Group is an important part of a well-balanced, nutrient-dense diet and is one of the five food groups. Protein foods include all foods made from fish/seafood; meat, poultry, dairy, and ...

Michele Bakacs, Environmental and Resource Management Agent, Middlesex and Union Counties Michael Haberland, Environmental and Resource Management Agent, Burlington and Camden Counties Steve Yergeau, ...

Staking and weaving is a highly specialized production system used by commercial tomato growers. It is a system that can easily be adapted for home garden use. Some advantages of staking are improved ...

A good mulch is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden. First, mulches conserve soil moisture, decreasing the amount of water you need to apply. By keeping soil moisture more uniform, ...

Lawns can enhance urban/suburban environments by stabilizing soil (dust and mud), reducing storm water runoff, reducing rodents and other household pests, enhancing security/safety (improved ...