May 11, 2021
Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4-H to create Opportunity4All and has raised more than $14 million through the paper clover campaign. Ninety percent of the funds raised through the Paper Clover campaign remain local and provide opportunities for youth to participate in camp and leadership programs. The remaining 10% supports the overall mission […]
May 10, 2021
Around the Countryside Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University Okra – the Versatile Vegetable I’ve found people either like okra or hate it. You can fry it, grill it, pickle it, stew, or steam it. Those who like it have their favorite way of cooking and eating okra. This versatile vegetable can be […]
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 12, 2021
Around the Countryside Disease Management in the Home Garden Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University Plant diseases can be a problem in the home garden, especially during warm, wet weather. Most vegetables are susceptible to at least a few diseases, with some diseases being more problematic than others. Common vegetable diseases include […]
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 22, 2021
Marion Barnes is a Senior County Extension Agent- Distinguished. He started his Extension career on September 15, 1989. He graduated in 1979 from Clemson University with a B.S.Degree – Animal Science. Marion’s areas of expertise are Agronomic Row crops, Forages, Wildlife Food Plots, and Farm Safety. In his role with Clemson Extension, Marion provides programming […]
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
Michelle Altman is a Rural Health and Nutrition agent with Hampton County Clemson Cooperative Extension. She has been with Clemson Extension for almost two years. Michelle’s educational background and work history have prepared her well as a Rural Health and Nutrition agent. She has degrees from the Technical College of the Lowcountry, Columbia College, and […]
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. […]
