Ellen Sturup Comeau, Water Resources Agent Algae are naturally occurring microorganisms in ponds and form the base of a healthy aquatic ecosystem. These organisms support fish and other aquatic life by providing the base of the pond’s food chain as well as oxygen in the water. However, when excess nutrients in the water combine with […]
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Ready, Set, Grow
Glen Payne, Urban Horticulture Agent, Beaufort County Getting started with well-aerated, pathogen- and weed-free soil will help seeds germinate and grow into healthy plants. https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/starting-seeds-indoors/ Avoid starting seedlings in garden soil as it may not be sterile or drain well, causing seeds to dampen off due to excess moisture and leading to disease. Recycled egg […]
Beaufort County 4-H Receives Grant from Coastal Community Foundation
Beaufort County 4-H is excited to announce the receipt of a generous grant from the Coastal Community Foundation. This funding will play a vital role in expanding and strengthening 4-H programming throughout Beaufort County, creating more opportunities for youth to learn, lead, and thrive. The grant will directly support the growth of Beaufort Junior Leadership, […]
Getting the Most Out of Your 4-H Experience
Tawanah Reeves-Ligon, Dorchester County 4-H Agent Of course, you know by now that 4-H is the nation’s largest youth development program and has been striving “to make the best better” for over a century! Our “learn-by-doing” model allows youth to experience the learning process while allowing for discovery and self-determination that may not take place in other environments. From clubs (like livestock and shooting sports) to camps (like Camp 4-H20) […]
Sweet Success: How One Charleston Agency Turned Healthy Snacks into Healthy Habits
Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties One Charleston community agency demonstrates what can happen when nutrition education meets enthusiasm, consistency, and genuine care. During our Eat Smart, Be Active fruit and vegetable lesson, participants eagerly gather to learn how quick, simple, and delicious healthy eating can be. From the very first session, […]
Healthy Ponds, Healthy Communities
SAMANTHA PORZELT, WATER RESOURCES AGENT FOR BERKELEY, CHARLESTON, AND DORCHESTER COUNTIES Join Clemson Extension, SC Sea Grant, and the ACE Basin NERR for the Charleston Area Stormwater Pond Management Conference! Are you passionate about sustainable pond management, community resilience, and protecting our local waterways? Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and join stormwater […]
Creating Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent – Clemson University Wildlife viewing is becoming a very popular activity among homeowners and wildlife enthusiasts. According to the US Fish & Wildlife Service 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting & Wildlife-Associated Recreation more than 148 million U.S. residents, 57% of the U.S. population 16 years old and older […]
In‑Line Fumigation: A Safer Solution for South Carolina Growers
Zachary Snipes, Assistant Program Team Leader-Horticulture, Area Horticulture Agent Zach Snipes, along with other agents from Clemson University’s Food Crop Horticulture Team, has been conducting on-farm demonstrations showcasing in-line fumigation techniques. The emergence of new pests, limited crop rotation options, and the buildup of diseases have led growers to consider fumigation as an essential addition […]
How to Decode Food Labels: Sell-by, Use-by, and Best-by Explained
Jessica Hardiman, Food System and Safety Agent “Best if Used By”, “Sell-By”, “Use-By” …what is the difference between these phrases, and do you have to throw away all those forgotten products in the back of your pantry? Food manufacturers put these dates on packages to let retailers and consumers know when food is at its […]
Preparing for the Arrival of Purple Martins
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 songbird, which is also the largest member of the swallow family. Purple martins have been under human management longer than any other […]
