Month: August 2023

SHANNON B. HERNDON, COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H AGENT Ryan, a Barnwell 4-H member participating in the 4-H Small Garden project, wanted to compare the difference in raising plants in-ground versus raised bed gardens. He observed that the plants’ growth from the in-ground was slower compared to the raised bed garden plants. He planted okra, tomato, Brussels […]

SHANNON B. HERNDON, COUNTY EXTENSION 4-H AGENT 4-H’ers learned how to cook crepes, wontons, fajitas, and spinach macaroni while learning proper food preparation, food safety, and nutrition at 4-H Cooking Like a Chef held in Bamberg County July 12-14. Participants put their food and nutrition skills to the test during the Mystery Challenge presented during […]

Felicia C. Cunningham, Senior Extension/4-H Agent The amount of food and calories children and teens need changes over time based on an individual’s growth stage, gender, and physical activity level. Physical activity and nutrition work together for better health. Physical activity is important for keeping your weight balanced and your bones healthy. It allows you […]

Amanda Taylor, Forestry and Natural Resources Agent Art and conservation have long gone hand in hand. In the 19th century, artists from the Hudson River School headed west to paint the American wilderness. Their work sparked a movement that birthed the U.S. Forest Service and legislation that led to more wise use of our natural […]

Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent As summer activities pick up on the farm, the likelihood of injuries also increases. Cutting, sprains, insect stings, and other everyday mishaps are standard on the farm. Emergency preparedness and first aid should be part of every farm’s standard operation plan. Due to the wide range of farm sizes […]

Becky Davis, Water Resources Agent- Savannah District Introduction – August in South Carolina may conjure up the start of school and football season, but there still may be hot, dry days in which your plants require additional water to yield the optimal benefits. Irrigation seems simple! Water plants the right amount at the right time. […]

Dawn Stuckey, 4-H Youth Development – Colleton, and Hampton Counties It’s time to start heading back to school! Do you know what that means? It’s time to start thinking about joining 4-H again. 4-H clubs will begin again in September. The 4-H club year coincides with the school year. Clubs start meeting in early September […]

Patti Chapman, Nutrition Educator – Beaufort County The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) team finished the school year teaching these sixth graders the Teen Cuisine curriculum.  (“The curriculum addresses key concepts about nutrition, food preparation and cooking, food safety, and physical activity using approaches and strategies that enhance learning and behavior change among […]