For Immediate Release:
February 10, 2025

Grown in Monmouth initiative honored
by New Jersey Agricultural Society

Grown in Monmouth receives Phillip Alampi Industry Marketing Award

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce that the Grown in Monmouth initiative has been selected as the 2025 Phillip Alampi Industry Marketing Award recipient by the New Jersey Agricultural Society (NJAGS) Board of Trustees and was honored at the New Jersey Agriculture Convention in Atlantic City on Feb. 6.

According to NJAGS, the Phillip Alampi Industry Marketing Awards is presented to a member of the agribusiness industry (other than a farmers’ market) that excels in promoting New Jersey agriculture, with innovative ideas that create or enhance markets to increase sales.

“Monmouth County is honored to receive the prestigious Phillip Alampi Industry Marketing Award from NJAGS for the Grown in Monmouth initiative,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “Grown in Monmouth continues to work with our agriculture community to improve their ability to market their product, which supports our local food stores, restaurants and farmers markets. Through its multiple directories, residents and visitors can find many opportunities to enjoy fruits, vegetables, proteins and a myriad of other agriculture products, made right here in Monmouth County.”

NJAGS states that their mission is to preserve & enhance agriculture, farming, and related activities and businesses in New Jersey through educational, informational, and promotional programs. To learn more about the NJAGS, visit njagsociety.org.

The Grown in Monmouth initiative is designed to help retain and grow the County’s agriculture industry. Grown in Monmouth works to connect growers with consumers and develop a preference for locally grown products, and provide business skills assistance to the agricultural community.

To learn more about the Grown in Monmouth program, go to growninmonmouth.com.

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