Tag: Dorchester

Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent, Clemson University It’s official: summer has arrived with the heat, humidity, and red bugs. Many Lowcountry residents are just “itching” for some relief from these pests so common to our area of the state. Red bugs, also called chiggers, among other names that may not be appropriate to repeat, […]

Samantha Porzelt, Water Resources Agent for Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties Rain gardens are landscaped depressions strategically placed to capture stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces like rooftops, driveways, and compacted lawns. Designed to mimic natural water infiltration, they filter and absorb runoff, reducing erosion, flooding, and pollution while replenishing groundwater. Rain gardens help remove contaminants […]

Nicole Correa, Area Livestock and Forages Agent Summer’s here, and so are a ton of opportunities for producers across South Carolina to connect, learn, and grow. Whether you’re managing hayfields, looking to boost your pasture game, or just want to stay up to date with sustainable practices, we’ve got a full lineup of events and […]

Food System and Safety Agent Please join me in welcoming Jessica Hardiman as the new Food Systems and Safety Agent for Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties. Jessica has obtained both a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology and a Master’s Degree in Packaging Science from Clemson University. Jessica’s passion for food safety stems from […]

Molly Jones, Clemson Extension Area Water Resources Agent Residential wells are prevalent in the rural areas of South Carolina. Proper maintenance of well systems is crucial to ensuring safe drinking water. Being aware of recommendations for maintaining a residential well will assist well owners in avoiding possible illness from drinking contaminated water. Maintaining a clean […]

Area Forest and Natural Resources Agent Mr. Windhorn comes to us with a bachelor’s degree in Forest Management from Clemson University.  Originally from Blythewood, SC, he has many years of experience in land management, wood procurement, forest certification, forest product sales, and environmental education. Mike is excited to join the Clemson Extension team and is […]

Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent Clemson University May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, a time to educate people about skin cancer, share the facts and save lives. The month of May is devoted to shining the spotlight in skin cancer and ways to prevent this disease. Currently, more people are diagnosed with skin cancer […]

Marion Barnes, Senior County Extension Agent American agriculture plays an ever-increasing role in our daily lives by providing food, fiber and renewable natural resources for a growing world. With a population of 8 million and counting, our American farmers are more important than ever. According to the USDA National Ag Statistics Census of Agricultural 2023 […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Do you have a favorite fruit or vegetable?  Did you know that consuming fruits and vegetables has many great benefits?   A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and prevent some types of cancer.   Eating […]

Clemson Cooperative Extension Service Mrs. Paula Varn has dedicated 32 ½ years of service to Clemson Cooperative Extension in Dorchester County as a valued office Administrative Assistant. Paula is well-known and respected within the community of Saint George, SC. She is loved by her fellow Administrative Assistants and Extension Agent colleagues.  Through the years, she […]