Vegetables

It is that time of year and we are all enjoying delicious Jersey Fresh Produce....the best produce anywhere in the nation. Everyone has their favorite and we asked YOU to tell us what you enjoy here in the Garden State....

It is that time of season and anyone with even one green thumb is thinking “gardening”. Great hobby, productive, safe outdoor activity, healthy etc. My wife April has extended our garden this year and it will be bigger than ever.

Five Ocean County schools are among 157 across the state who are participating in the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's fresh fruit and vegetable program which will provide fresh produce to students during the school day as well as a nutritional education.

Toms River Mayor Tom Kelaher, the Council and the Toms River Green Team have opened up the Toms River Community Gardens at Riverwood Park.

Researchers at Rutgers University are working feverishly to re-create the original Jersey tomato.

Have you ever heard of arachidonic acid? Well, too much of it can apparently put you in a bad mood. In a study reported at huffingtonpost.com, foods such as meat and fish are high in arachidonic acid and high levels of it can cause 'mood-disturbing brain changes', according to an earlier study.