Atlantic County, NJ Drone Effort At Stockton University & ACIT

First, you have to thank The Levine — Gormley Family Foundations for their continuing commitment to helping students in Atlantic County, New Jersey.

Jim Bertino, Atlantic County Commissioner

Atlantic County, New Jersey Commissioner Jim Bertino is taking the lead regarding a special announcement that will be taking place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

What:

The Atlantic County Institute of Technology (ACIT) and Stockton University will collaborate with regards to an innovative initiative — that will utilize drone technology and artificial intelligence — in an effort to track bee population, along with hive monitoring on Atlantic County blueberry farms.

Where:

ACIT Café on Main, Atlantic County Institute of Technology, 5080 Atlantic Avenue, Mays Landing, NJ 08330

When:

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Program Highlights:

Project Overview: Matt Macrie Jr, from the Blue Buck Farm in Hammonton along with Stockton and ACIT representatives will lead a discussion and demonstration of potential drone and Al-assisted precision apiculture resources to support local blueberry farmers.
Scholarship Announcement: Presentation of seed funding and student scholarship opportunities supported by the Levine-Gormley Family Foundations for ACIT students continuing their studies at Stockton University.