New Jersey crop losses of 30% to 80%
10/31/2024 2:38:59 PM
CATEGORIES:
Agriculture
Plants & Wildlife
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
New Jersey
Start Date: 5/1/2024
- End Date: 10/31/2024
Rainfall has been scarce in New Jersey for much of the year. At present, farmers need moisture so they can plant cover crops, winter wheat and other crops. The crops most affected by the drought were corn, soybeans and cranberries. The berries require a lot of water, but crop losses ranged from 30% to 80%.
KYW-AM 1060 Philadelphia (Pa.), Oct 31, 2024
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