Jersey Fresh, New Jersey

Established in 1984, the Jersey Fresh program was designed to help New Jersey farmers inform consumers about the availability and variety of fruits and vegetables grown in the Garden State. New Jersey is proud of its agricultural background; with its 10,300 farms and 730,000 acres of farmland, the Jersey Fresh program and it's farmer partners are working to keep the "garden" in Garden State. Growers must become licensed to use the Jersey Fresh logo on their packages. The logo indicates that the contents meet quality standards equal to or better than U.S. No. 1. The Jersey Fresh program has been in existence for more than 30 years. During that time, countless hours and millions of dollars have been invested to create and promote the brand as well as communicate the importance of buying local products and supporting New Jersey farmers.