May 3, 2021
HOMEMAKER’S COLUMN BY: CHRISTINE PATRICK COUNTY EXTENSION AGENT MICROWAVE COOKING Microwave ovens can cook unevenly and leave “cold spots” where harmful bacteria can survive. For this reason, it is important to use the following safe microwaving tips to prevent foodborne illness when cooking or reheating meat. · Debone large pieces of meat. Bone can shield […]
April 29, 2021
Roadway Safety For Farm Equipment Operators Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University Spring and summer are some of the busier times of the year for farmers. Planting, cultivating, and tending crops and livestock, and making hay are just a few farm activities that usually mean increased travel time on roadways for agricultural equipment […]
April 19, 2021
HOMEMAKER’S COLUMN BY: CHRISTINE PATRICK COUNTY EXTENSION AGENT ASPARAGUS! South Carolina-grown asparagus appears each spring. The best spears are un-withered and have tightly closed tips. Look for green stalks that are 4 to 6 inches long. Stalks should also be at least ½ inch thick with tight, closed tips. Store fresh asparagus 3-4 days in the […]
March 29, 2021
Around the Countryside Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University There are several sure signs that spring has arrived in the Low Country. All your vehicles have turned yellow overnight (pollen), more people wearing camo clothing (turkey season), yards & pastures begin to green-up (weeds emerging) and swarming honey bees. Few things will grab […]
March 23, 2021
Did you know? Nature provides dyes for Easter Eggs. Purple = 1½ cup shredded red beets Rust = 7 yellow onion skins Yellow = 3 tablespoons ground turmeric or cumin Orange = 3 tablespoons chili powder Sky Blue = 1½ cups shredded red cabbage (yes, really, red cabbage) Green = 2 cups spinach How to […]
March 19, 2021
Alta Mae started working with Clemson in 2000 as part of the SC National Heritage Corridor grant; in 2003 she joined Clemson’s Institute for Economic & Community Development as a full-time employee. Currently, Alta Mae is part of Clemson’s Agribusiness Team. A graduate of the University of South Carolina with a BA in Mass Communication, […]
March 18, 2021
Joe Varn is the Agronomy Agent for Bamberg, Allendale, Barnwell, and Hampton Counties. He started working for the Extension Service in 1988. Joe worked at the Edisto Research and Education Center after receiving his bachelor’s degree. He returned to Clemson University to earn a master’s degree and then started with the Extension Service. During his […]
March 18, 2021
Shannon Herndon is a Senior 4-H Agent with Bamberg & Barnwell Counties. She has worked for Clemson for 30 years. She received her master’s from Clemson University in Agricultural Education and her undergraduate degree from Presbyterian College in Psychology. She is an experienced agent in 4-H Youth Development. Her role for Clemson is to coordinate […]
March 17, 2021
Around the Countryside Have Your Purple Martins Arrived Yet? Marion Barnes – Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University The Purple Martin may be America’s most wanted bird. Homeowners and birding enthusiasts spend a lot of time and resources to attract this beautiful song bird, which is also the most prominent member of the swallow family. […]
March 16, 2021
Rebecca Davis is the water resources agent in the Savannah Valley District housed in Bamberg. She began with Extension in January of 2020. She has a master’s degree in ruminant nutrition from the University of Kentucky and an undergraduate degree from the University of Vermont. Rebecca worked at the Edisto Research and Education Center as […]
