November 17, 2021
Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Each fall many homeowners across the state enjoy the vibrant colors that our trees provide as leaves change colors, but come winter, leaves begin to fall and cover lawns and yards creating yet another chore. Raking, piling, and bagging unwanted leaves represents a time-consuming and labor-intensive job that comes […]
October 7, 2021
Michelle Altman, Rural Health Extension Agent – Hampton County FoodShare SC is an organization based out of Columbia, South Carolina. FoodShare SC’s vision is to ensure access to fresh produce for all in our communities. FoodShare SC’s goal is to enhance the quality of life by creating access to fresh, affordable food. FoodShare SC partners […]
October 6, 2021
Laura Lee Rose, Horticulture Agent The possibilities are endless when using the woods and roadsides to gather holiday decorations. Thanksgiving and harvest are celebrated autumn gatherings, so we will be looking for things with fall’s yellow, orange and red flowers, foliage, and fruits. Leaves and vines can be arranged in vases and baskets. Native grasses […]
September 20, 2021
Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Each year since 1944, the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety & Health Week. This recognition was initiated by the National Safety Council and has been proclaimed by each sitting U.S. President since Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the first document. National Farm Safety and […]
September 17, 2021
Be Well Informed is a program developed by a team of Water Resources agents that provides information to well owners about best management practices for maintaining their well and protecting the water source. Approximately 20% of South Carolina residents rely on wells to provide drinking water in their homes. The water that supplies the well […]
September 17, 2021
Forestry agent Janet Steele recently looked at a stand of planted loblolly pine in Orangeburg County. The landowner called because many of his trees were covered in orange growth. Janet had never seen anything like it before and sent it to the plant diagnostic lab. It is a green algae, Trentepohlia. It has an orange color […]
August 27, 2021
“In the Blink of an Eye” Farm Safety Newsletter Summer 2021 Vol. II Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University Harvest Season Can Be a Dangerous Time For Farmers Harvest season is a busy time for most farm operations. In today’s agriculture, time means money regarding yields, production schedules, and operating costs. However, […]
August 18, 2021
In July 2021, Steven Crowder began his career with Clemson Extension joining the Agronomy Program team filling the role as the County Agent for Allendale and Hampton Counties. He graduated in May 2021 from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Mechanization. Originally from a family farm in Greenwood County, he grew up showing […]
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 […]
