Subtitle Garden State -

In 1954, the state legislature voted to put "Garden State" on license plates. Governor Robert Meyner initially vetoed it, arguing that New Jersey was an industrial state, not just a farm. The legislature overrode him, proving that the people of Jersey preferred the image of the orchard over the factory.

To this day, NJ is a top producer of blueberries, cranberries, and peaches. The southern part of the state, particularly the Pine Barrens, remains a lush, agricultural heartland. subtitle Garden State

For the millions who live there, the "Garden" refers to the leafy, meticulously kept suburbs that offer a green sanctuary from the density of New York City and Philadelphia. A Badge of Honor In 1954, the state legislature voted to put