Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County

Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County We provide information and programs to help educate our diverse population and improve their lives f

09/04/2026

In a new article published by NJ Spotlight News, RCEI affiliates Corday Selden and Joe Gradone detail what they hope to learn on their 25 day ocean expedition into the tropical North Atlantic.

Their research focuses on the impact of ocean warming on phytoplankton – microscopic organisms that serve a key role in most marine food chains and in carbon dioxide sequestration – and how natural ocean phenomena such as “salt finger mixing” can interact with those changes.

In the midst of widespread and intensifying climate change, Selden and Gradone’s expedition and findings will help inform future predictions, plans of action, and a better understanding of how underwater life lives in tandem with the abiotic world.

Read and learn more at https://rcei.rutgers.edu/why-salt-finger-mixing-draws-rutgers-scientists-to-warming-ocean/

Tired of watching deer turn your garden into an all-you-can-eat buffet? Learn about native plants that are less appealin...
09/03/2026

Tired of watching deer turn your garden into an all-you-can-eat buffet? Learn about native plants that are less appealing to deer while still providing beauty and benefits for pollinators and other wildlife.

As we get closer to fall, now is a good time to plan on incorporating environmentally friendly landscaping practices int...
08/29/2026

As we get closer to fall, now is a good time to plan on incorporating environmentally friendly landscaping practices into your yard or garden. If so, feel free to check out our 'Sustainable Yard Care Resources for Homeowners' webpage at https://go.rutgers.edu/sustainableyardcare
These resources are available to help you decide which sustainable landscape professional is right for your needs.

08/28/2026

🎟️ TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!

Our annual RUMFS & JC NERR Open House is back! Join us Saturday, September 12, from 10am–3pm for a day of science, exploration, and hands-on fun.

🔬 RUMFS: Reserve your free ticket for seminar-style talks, research highlights, and touch tank!
🌿 JC NERR Coastal Center: Drop in anytime for interactive activities, kids’ crafts and games, guided trail walks, and our new life-sized crab trap game!
🌊 Life on the Edge Exhibit: Explore our interactive exhibit at the Tuckerton Seaport.

Tickets are required for RUMFS only. No registration is needed for the JC NERR Coastal Center or Life on the Edge Exhibit.

Learn more and reserve your tickets today!
https://jcnerr.org/jacques-cousteau-reserve-rutgers-university-marine-field-station-open-house-event/

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Is your garden club or community group planning its 2027 meeting schedule? The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County ...
08/27/2026

Is your garden club or community group planning its 2027 meeting schedule? The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County want to be a part of it!

Our Speakers' Bureau offers knowledgeable, volunteer experts ready to deliver engaging presentation topics for all skill levels.

Whether you need a 30-minute overview or a full 1-hour interactive lecture, we would love to connect with your group.

Reserve Your Speaker Today! Call the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County Helpline at 732-349-1245 or visit https://ocean.njaes.rutgers.edu/master-gardeners/ to view our topics and submit a request form.

Fall is the perfect time to plant spring-flowering bulbs! From sunny daffodils and colorful tulips to fragrant hyacinths...
08/26/2026

Fall is the perfect time to plant spring-flowering bulbs! From sunny daffodils and colorful tulips to fragrant hyacinths, planting bulbs now gives them time to establish strong roots before winter. Learn how to choose the right bulbs, where to plant them, and a few simple tricks for creating a beautiful spring display.

Check our website for registration details.
https://ocean.njaes.rutgers.edu/garden/online-programs/

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