Long-time Rutgers professor and extension agent Mel Henninger was recognized with a Distinguished Service to Agriculture Citation by the New Jersey State Board of Agriculture during the virtual New Jersey State Agricultural Convention.
“Mel Henninger’s significant contributions to New Jersey agriculture have made major impacts on how we grow produce,” New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher said in a news release. “He is known and highly respected across the country for his in-depth knowledge of potatoes and the availability of his expertise, experience and insight to farmers here has heightened the Garden State’s production and agricultural reputation.”
Before being a professor emeritus for the last 10 years at Rutgers, the release said Henninger spent nearly 40 years of his career as an extension specialist in vegetable crops at Rutgers.
“Working with my fellow Rutgers staff and agents for the farmers in New Jersey has allowed me to have a very rewarding and satisfying career,” Henninger said in the release. “Receiving this honor is especially significant to me. Being recognized by my clientele and knowing so many others who have received it before me is very special to me personally and something I will always cherish it.”
