New Jersey launches 112-acre Raritan River restoration with 50,000 native plants

A large-scale ecological restoration project has been launched along New Jersey's Raritan River, covering 112 acres of degraded floodplain forest, wetlands, and wildlife habitat. The damage is linked to past contamination from the American Cyanamid Superfund Site. The project involves planting approximately 50,000 native trees and shrubs, establishing three acres of vernal pools, and managing invasive plant species. Deer fencing will be installed to protect newly planted vegetation from browsing. The restored area will be actively monitored and managed over a 15-year period to ensure long-term ecological recovery.