After navigating a stretch of unusually cold weather earlier this spring, D’Ottavio Farms is entering the New Jersey growing season with optimism, supported by expanding acreage, new technology investments and strong demand across multiple produce categories.

Started in 1984, New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Jersey Fresh program is the longest-running state agricultural marketing and quality grading program in the country.

After a winter marked by cold temperatures, supply disruptions and rising production costs, Nardelli Lake View Farms is optimistic about the upcoming New Jersey season as crops begin developing across the state.

With 180,000 square feet, 28 dock doors and more than 7,400 pallet positions, Vineland, NJ-based TruFresh Logistics efficiently handles a wide range of fresh produce commodities throughout the year.

During the New Jersey season, the TruFresh facility supports regional produce programs. Outside the local season, products are typically sourced from growing regions throughout North and South America, as well as Europe and other international origins, depending on the commodity.

With more than a century of farming history in New Jersey, Russo Farms continues evolving its operation through expanded production, infrastructure investments and a strong focus on quality as the company heads into the heart of the 2026 season.

Russo Farms, based in Vineland, NJ, operates nearly 350 acres and handles more than 50 categories of vegetables, while also maintaining its own trucking fleet and direct grower relationships throughout the region. 

Frank Donio Inc. has expanded the Top Crop brand with Straight Up Berries, a 100 percent blueberry juice.