Roxane Cummings, Rural Health & Nutrition Agent For generations, eggs have been a staple of the American breakfast. Whether scrambled, boiled, poached, or sunny side up, eggs are affordable, versatile, and packed with important nutrients that support health. As nutrition science continues to evolve, eggs remain one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods — offering a […]
Savannah Valley District
Beginner-Friendly Native Plants
SAMANTHA PORZELT, WATER RESOURCES AGENT FOR BERKELEY, CHARLESTON, AND DORCHESTER COUNTIES If you’ve been curious about adding native plants to your yard but aren’t sure where to start, Clemson Extension’s new Home and Garden Information Center factsheet, Beginner-Friendly Native Plants for South Carolina’s Coastal Plain, is a great first step. Native plants are species that […]
A Letter from your Beaufort 4-H Agent
Meghan Barkley-Waller, 4-H Youth Development Agent Dear 4-H Families and Volunteers, It has been a true privilege to serve as the Beaufort County 4-H Agent over the past several years. I am incredibly grateful for the experiences, friendships, and memories we have shared through our many 4-H adventures. As I prepare to begin a new […]
When In Drought, Think it Out!
Beatriss Calhoun, Water Resources Extension Agent When In Drought, Think it Out! Have you ever thought about the phrase “April showers bring May flowers”? It’s a popular saying that describes April as a traditionally rainy season leading into a vibrant, blooming May. Some people take it literally, while others see it as a metaphor for […]
Livestock Water Safe
Livestock Water System Maintenance & Clean Water Safety Molly Jones, Regional Water Resources Agent & Nicole Correa, Regional Livestock and Forages Agent What is the primary limiting nutrient for performance in all livestock species? WATER. Inadequate water intake affects dry matter intake, milk production, growth rate, reproductive performance, and forage utilization. Water is the driver […]
“Nuts About Production” Pecan Meeting Report
Anna Sara Hill, Extension Horticulture Agent Anna Sara Hill and Brianna Naumuk hosted a statewide pecan production meeting entitled “Nuts About Production” in Columbia, SC on February 25, 2026. The invited speakers were the UGA Pecan team, led by Lenny Wells (PhD), the leading pecan research specialist in the southeast. The team included Apurba Barman […]
4-H Clover Contact
Dawn Stuckey, Senior Agent By Dawn Stuckey, Senior Agent 4-H agents in neighboring counties are working hard to keep 4-H going in multiple counties as we fill vacant positions. We welcome Lina Prillaman to Berkeley County as the 4-H Youth Development agent. She is a life-long 4-H’er and brings great ideas from her work in […]
Equipping Growers for Success: Production Meetings Draw Strong Crowds
Rogan Gibson, Extension Agronomy Agent The Clemson Extension Allendale County office recently hosted three well-attended production meetings focused on Corn and Soybeans, Peanuts, and Crop Risk Management. More than 100 area producers participated across the three sessions, gathering to gain valuable insights and prepare for the upcoming growing season. Area Agronomy Agents Rogan Gibson and […]
Color Your Plate! Eat More Vegetables and Fruits
Felicia C. Cunningham, 4-H Youth Development Agent, Jasper County Eating more vegetables and fruits may lower your risk for heart disease, stroke, and cancer, and help with weight control. Fill half your plate with vegetables and fruits. Youth attending the Agape Family Life Center in Hardeeville, SC, participated in a session on the importance of […]
Cucurbit Production Meeting- Post Meeting Report
Anna Sara Hill, Extension Horticulture Agent The Clemson Cooperative Extension held a cucurbit production meeting at the Edisto Research and Education Center on February 5, 2026 in partnership with the SC Watermelon Association. The meeting was entitled “Cultivating Solutions for SC Cucurbit Growers” and covered topics including management of manganese toxicity in cucurbits, weed control […]
