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Jalma farms is the largest grower of Beach Plum

and Black Aronia Berry on the East Coast. Aronia

Berry is considered America's Native Super Fruit. They make their

harvested fruits into delicious jam and syrups.

Both of these plants grow in the Northeast region of the United States and they're known for their erosion control qualities. Beach Plum helps prevent dune loss and the Black Aronia is used for inland for soil stabilization. Both are used for wildlife habitat restoration and Jana Farms is proud to supply and donate thousands of plants for these purposes.

Jana Farms is 130 acre family farm in Cape May County

that has been continuously farmed for over 325 years

. It is currently owned by John and Elma George. They

are fifth direct generation on the farm. Alma's great,

great grandfather was a founding member of the first

secretary of the Cape May County Board of agriculture.

They are proud to continue his farming tradition, growing

sustainable native fruits while preserving open space and

wetlands.

All of their products are made using all natural

ingredients with more fruit than sugar. Their products

are gluten-free, dairy free, GMO free, artificial

ingredients free, and preservative free.

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