Give these guys/gals a try, lots of knowledgeable people, lots from NJ

http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/fig/

Previously, I always had my figs in large containers--those industrial sized, plastic containers. I would get a few figs but nothing special. I never really gave them a decent try in the ground for lack of space. I recently moved though and had a decent-sized area for the figs (near a property fence). I planted them (Brown Turkey variety) last Spring so it's only been a little over a year in
their new home. I am thrilled with their progress! The figs
get full sun most of the day (except late afternoon when the
fence blocks it). They are growing robustly and are covered
with figs. Even though we've had little rainfall recently, the ground seems moist and I will hose them down
occasionally. Feed occasionally with a 5-10-5 Miracle Grow fertilizer.(In containers, they always used to have wilting leaves during the heat of the day). Figs probably started forming back in June. There was not really any die back (but I am not really inclined to protect). I also have a Petite Negronne but it doesn't seem nearly as vigorous a plant so far. Good luck!

I only have Brown Turkey in the ground but it also started fruiting in June this year. I'm removing some of the leaves so the figs get more sun. Fingers crossed!

Update: the Brown Turkey figs are still only an inch big and hard - they're not gonna ripen this year either.

Rats.

The Figs should be planted against a wall with full southwestern exposure. This will really aid
in the ripening and protect it in winter.

my grandparents had huge yields - in the middle of brooklyn! like naevs suggested, their fig trees were planted against the south side of the house in full sun.