North Jersey Resource Conservation and Development (NJ RCD)
Resources are provided for:
Beginner farmers (1-10 years farming), HU farmers (as defined by NRCS), Business Planning, Financial Planning/Management, Grants, Marketing, Conservation practices, Equipment purchasing or rental, Education, Technical Assistance
Programs:
AgAssist - Cost-sharing program for projects that improve water quality and soil health.
Regenerative Farm Network - Farm tours, workshops, 1:1 technical assistance, HU Education Stipend.
River Friendly Farm Certification - A voluntary certification promoting farmers who are good stewards of soil and water resources.
More Info:
We are a non-profit dedicated to community needs through conservation. North Jersey RC&D works throughout Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Mercer, Somerset & Union counties. North Jersey RC&D has three focus areas: Agricultural sustainability, water resource protection, and community development.