August 7, 2024
Susan Lunt, Carolina Clear Coordinator and Water Resources Extension Associate Heavy rains can saturate a septic drainfield and can cause your septic system to malfunction. There are steps to take to help protect your septic system before, during, and after a flood. By keeping your septic system properly maintained, you are ultimately better protecting your […]
July 31, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL UNIVERSITY STAFF WHO ACHIEVED MILESTONES IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST. MAKAYLA WYNDHAM, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, 8/15/2023 – (1) YEAR! BEATRISS CALHOUN, WATER RESOURCES AGENT, 8/15/2019 – (5) YEARS. SAMANTHA PORZELT, WATER RESOURCES AGENT, 8/30/2021 – (3) YEARS. Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, […]
July 17, 2024
Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties As we embrace the warmth of summer, with hotter temperatures and longer days, it is an excellent opportunity to work toward our health and well-being goals. Going outside for outdoor activities and fun-filled adventures is always wonderful. I want to share a few pointers with […]
July 16, 2024
Dawn Stuckey, 4-H Youth Development Agent The Hampton County Watermelon Festival is South Carolina’s oldest continuing festival. Since 1939, it has been a celebration of, for, and by the families of Hampton County and beyond. The festival began as a way to recognize and promote the top producers of watermelons and quickly became a symbol […]
July 16, 2024
Dawn Stuckey, 4-H Youth Development Agent Club News: Spring and summer have been busy months for Hampton County 4-H. Agents and members have been active in our community, from end-of-the-year parties to Watermelon Festival activities. Hampton 4-H Club met at the Smith Farm for awards and fellowship. The Smiths have been very generous with their […]
July 15, 2024
Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent – Clemson University If you have traveled around the low country lately, you may have noticed numerous fields of brightly colored, yellow-blooming sunflowers. These sunflower fields are planted for attracting mourning doves in time for the September hunting season. The story of the cultivated sunflower, Helianthus annuus, is truly […]
July 10, 2024
Shannon Herndon, Senior Extension 4-H Agent Two-thirds of US households have firearms. Youth need to understand firearm safety and how to use firearms correctly. South Carolina 4-H and SC Department of Natural Resources have partnered to offer a weeklong shooting sports and natural resources program held at the Webb Wildlife Center in Garnett, SC, for […]
July 9, 2024
Gayle Williford, Food Systems and Safety / 4-H Agent, Berkeley County Your mid-summer home garden is pumping out vegetables faster than you can harvest them. The cherry tomatoes are piling up on your kitchen counter. What can you do with them? Don’t waste them. Cherry tomatoes are very versatile. They can be used as garnishes, […]
July 9, 2024
Glen Payne, Urban Horticulture Agent Azalea pruning should be completed now that the 4th of July has passed. If possible, avoid additional pruning, as the new buds will be starting to set for next year. Scout for any pests attempting to hide in the shade of the undersides of the leaves and treat pest populations […]
July 9, 2024
Rogan Gibson, Extension Agronomy Agent There are many problems farmers are facing when it comes to growing a crop. If you asked every farmer in the Allendale/Hampton counties, “What is the number one problem you are experiencing every year?”. The answer would be deer damage, which is getting worse yearly. Some farmers in the area […]
