What is New Jersey Agricultural Society's mission?

The society's mission is to promote agriculture in the State of New Jersey through leadership development, food recovery, and educational farm networks. The organization works to keep New Jersey green, growing, and nourished through programs supporting farmers and communities.

What is the Agriculture Leadership Development Program?

The program develops the next generation of skilled and knowledgeable leaders to encourage positive action on key issues and policies affecting New Jersey's agricultural industry. The program builds leadership capacity within the farming community.

How does the produce recovery program work?

The society collects surplus produce from New Jersey farms, grocery stores, and wholesale suppliers. Volunteers glean fields and collect donations, then distribute food to those in need through local hunger relief organizations across the state.

What is the Educational Farm Network?

The society is building an educational farm network in New Jersey that provides teacher resources and tools for agricultural education. The network connects farms, educators, and students to support learning about agriculture and food systems.

New Jersey Agricultural Society

Bordentown, NJ · Founded 1940

Agricultural society preserving farming heritage and educating public

Primary audience

New Jersey farmers

Work area

Agricultural support

Topic

Food systems

Contact

Donna Bouchelle

Website Contact

About Organization

Organization promoting agriculture through fairs, exhibitions, and educational programs. Based in Augusta, NJ, the society operates the New Jersey State Fair and connects urban residents with agricultural traditions. The organization reported $6.2 million in revenue for 2023.

What They Focus On

Agricultural Leadership

Developing skilled leaders to encourage positive action on key issues affecting New Jersey agriculture industry

Food Security

Collecting surplus produce from farms and suppliers, distributing to those in need through hunger relief networks

Educational Outreach

Building educational farm network in New Jersey with teacher resources supporting agricultural education

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$713K

+22.7% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$724K

+17.8% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$488K

-6.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

-25% vs 2022

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$712,745	$723,914	$487,889	9
2022	$580,703	$614,743	$522,431	12
2021	$605,324	$584,200	$480,938	13
2020	$520,407	$598,433	$494,363	11
2019	$591,138	$499,186	$560,690	0
2018	$408,880	$407,845	$427,825	8
2017	$372,529	$391,976	$457,235	10

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Agricultural Support

Partner with farmers, suppliers, and stakeholders to promote industry growth and sustainability
02

Resource Collection

Collect surplus produce from farms, grocery stores, and wholesale suppliers across New Jersey
03

Distribution Network

Distribute collected food to those in need through local hunger relief organizations
04

Education and Leadership

Develop agricultural leaders and build educational farm network supporting future generations

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by New Jersey Agricultural Society

Leadership Development

Developing next generation of skilled agricultural leaders to address key industry issues and policies

Produce Recovery

Collecting surplus produce from farms and stores, distributing through local hunger relief organizations

Educational Farm Network

Building network of educational farms across New Jersey with teacher resources and tools

Volunteer Programs

Engaging 300 volunteers in gleaning, distribution, and agricultural support activities statewide

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind New Jersey Agricultural Society.

Donna Bouchelle

Vice President

Holly Systema

President

Joni Elliott

President

Paul Hlubik

Past President

Milestones

1940

Society Founded

1940

Established to promote agriculture in State of New Jersey

1978

Federal Recognition

1978

Received IRS tax-exempt status under subsection 3

2022

Growth Phase

2022

Revenue increased from $520,407 to $580,703 expanding programs

2023

Current Operations

2023

Operating with $712,745 revenue, 9 employees, and 300 volunteers

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Allen Carter Board Member

Amy Blew Ordog Secretary

Brad Fay Board Member

Carl Hesselein Board Member

Chris Carnevale Board Member

Chris Cirkus Board Member

Dale Parsons Board Member

Dan Werremeyer Board Member

David Defrange Board Member

Gillian Johnson Board Member

Jeff Tober Board Member

Jennifer Taylor Board Member

Jim Giamarese Board Member

Joe Atchinson Board Member

Keith Dickinson Treasurer

Laura Lawson Board Members

Margaret Reddick Board Member

Mark Kiriluk Board Member

Midge Hauser Board Member

Rosemary Kay Board Member

Scott Daum Board Member

Suzanne Knezick Board Member

William Hackett Board Member

Paul Hlubik, Vice President Board Member

Joni Elliott, Treasurer Board Member

Kristina Guttadora, Secretary Board Member

Ed Wengryn Board Member

Bob Blew Board Member

Donna Bouchelle Columbus Farm Market

Glen Beebe Board Member

Mike Brooks Board Member

Laura DePrado Board Member

Jeremy Posloszny Board Member

Lisa Specca Board Member

Bob Von Thun Board Member

Ashley Asdal Board Member

Noble McNaughton Board Member

Kathryn Giovanelli President, FFA

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Contact

Get in touch with New Jersey Agricultural Society

Phone

(609) 462-9691

Social

Visit Website

1200 Florence Columbus Road Bordentown, NJ 08505

New Jersey Agricultural Society

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Agricultural Support

Resource Collection

Distribution Network

Education and Leadership

Programs and Initiatives

Leadership Development

Produce Recovery

Educational Farm Network

Volunteer Programs

Team & Leadership

Donna Bouchelle

Holly Systema

Joni Elliott

Paul Hlubik

Milestones

Society Founded

Federal Recognition

Growth Phase

Current Operations

Associated People

Board of Directors

Contact

Phone

Social