TRENTON, N.J. — According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service in New Jersey, there were 6 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending Sunday, October 13, 2019. Topsoil moisture supplies were 0 percent very short, 35 percent short, 65 percent adequate, and 0 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies were 0 percent very short, 20 percent short, 80 percent adequate, and 0 percent surplus. Pasture and range conditions ranged from 7 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 12 percent fair, 73 percent good, and 0 percent excellent.
Reporters Comments, By County
Cumberland, Dr. Wesley Kline – Much needed rain arrived this past week, but it was only approximately 0.5 inches. There is more rain forecast for this week. Harvest is progressing rapidly for field corn and soybeans. The following other crops are being harvested: Apples, arugula, beets, snap beans, cilantro, cabbage, collards, sweet corn, dill, summer dandelion, escarole, endive, kale, leeks, pumpkins, lettuce, parsley, spinach, peppers, summer
squash, winter squash, Swiss chard, scallions, radishes and sweet potatoes. The following crops are being planted: Winter wheat and cover crops.
Monmouth County, Bill Sciarappa – Agronomic crops have matured and dried out during the mini-drought in various areas. This dry spell helped pumpkin quality, growth and reduced disease. Farm agri-tourism visits/activities as corn mazes, fruit picking, wagon rides, petting zoos, pies, picnics, etc. continue to increase and prove profitable.
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–USDA, NASS