COURT HOUSE – If you know a secret beach plum bush laden with sweet berries, pluck a half-cup and take them to the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Office, care of Jenny Carleo, Agricultural Agent of Cape May County. 355 Court House-S. Dennis Rd. Cape May Court House N.J. 08210.
From today until September 15, the Cape May County Board of Agriculture and Beach Plum Association of Cape May County will be conducting its annual beach plum tasting contest.
Beach plums are judged for sweetness and size. Their finder will earn $100.00 and a trophy awarded at the Cape May County Board of Agriculture’s Annual dinner.
It is important to keep track of the tree’s location for future propagation.
There is no limit to the number of times a person may enter.
Beach plums are sought to make delicious, jams, juices and preserves, which many believe are unique in flavor.
Wildwood – What's wrong with asking for help? Why does a local food pantry have people judging those that are asking for help at this time of their lives? Who has the right to sit in judgment of another?…
