Steven Yergeau, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Rain, Rain Go Away … Stormwater is any form of water that begins as precipitation. This includes rain, sleet, snow, and the water from melting snow, even if the melting occurs long after the snowstorm had passed. …
Sal Mangiafico, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Some parts of New Jersey may be see large numbers of adult 17-year cicadas emerge this spring, with their distinctive dark bodies, red eyes, and noisy habits. After 17 years in the soil as immature nymphs, living on the sap of tree roots, the …
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Amy Rowe, Rutgers Cooperative Extension With spring on the horizon, it’s time to think about invasive species. First and Second Rounds: The Basics An invasive species is one that is not native to an area that causes ecological and/or economic damage or harm to human health. Many people …
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Sal Mangiafico, Rutgers Cooperative Extension With Valentine’s Day past us, maybe it’s time we rethink our relationship with plastics? Can I Have Your Digits? The United States both produces and uses a lot of plastic products. We often think of single-use plastics like bottles, cups, …
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