USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is reminding Delaware landowners of the open application period for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). Through ACEP, NRCS offers technical and financial assistance for the purchase of conservation easements on eligible agricultural lands… Continue Reading
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Delaware is announcing the fiscal year 2023 signup period for Conservation Incentive Contracts (CIC), a new option available through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Delaware producers should apply by February 10… Continue Reading
David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu We are conducting surveys of watermelon and poultry producers to better understand how insect pests affect your operations and help us target research activities. You can access them by following the links: Darkling Beetle Survey… Continue Reading
David Owens, Extension Entomologist, owensd@udel.edu During Ag Week, several resources were mentioned that may be of interest. MyIPM App For Row Crops: pest photos, overviews, cultural, biological and chemical controls with insecticide trade names, rates, and other key information is… Continue Reading
Wes Kline, Ag & Natural Resources County Agent, Cumberland Co., Rutgers University; wkline@njaes.rutgers.edu The water rule under the Food Safety Modernization Rule (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule (PSR) has been under review for some time. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)… Continue Reading
