September 25, 2023
Travis Mitchell Livestock and Forages Agent for Newberry & Saluda Counties Director for The South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association Summer has been a very busy season in Saluda County. The Saluda County Clemson Extension Livestock & Forages program has assisted many producers with questions concerning hay production, pasture weed control, and fall armyworm control in […]
September 25, 2023
Lauren Black Venegas 4-H Youth Development Agent Saluda County As we end summer and fall begins, Saluda 4-H is in full swing. We wrapped up the Spring with several camps during Spring Break and one of our 4-Hers, Mya Chapman, attending the National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. We also had a great group of […]
September 21, 2023
York County ExtensionHello York County,The extension agents are as busy as ever with programs. I hope you enjoy reading about the many things we have been doing and programs upcoming.We welcome Tina Horn, who serves as the livestock & forage agent in York County and works statewide with dairy farms. Please contact our staff directly […]
September 21, 2023
The South Carolina Dairy Heifer Project began in 1974 and is one of the oldest 4-H projects of its kind in the Nation. This project was designed to provide youth in South Carolina an opportunity to raise a dairy heifer and experience the dairy industry, and then sell their heifer at the South Carolina Dairy […]
September 21, 2023
4-H is doing so much in York County! This summer we hosted many 4-H opportunities for the youth. We were able to have camps and teach youth about outdoor art, sewing, playing guitar, baking, insect identification, horses, cooking, and leadership. Our county sent 11 youth to Clemson for a week to learn about statewide 4-H […]
September 21, 2023
Health Extension for Diabetes is now available in York County and has had several graduating cohorts in 2023. This diabetes self-management and support program is offered in-person or online for those with a diagnosis of type 1 or type 2 diabetes. During this program, participants learn about topics such as healthy eating with diabetes, the […]
September 21, 2023
SC Farmer Resource Rodeo Connects Farmers and Resource Providers The SC Farmer Resource Rodeo returned in 2023 as part of the annual South Carolina Local Food Summit. Sponsored by Clemson University Cooperative Extension’s South Carolina New and Beginning Farmer Program (SCNBFP), the rodeo showcased over 40 organizations that provide farmer support, including education and Extension […]
September 20, 2023
Julia Newsome, Rural Health & Nutrition Extension Agent Union & Cherokee Counties I have promoted extension programs and recruited participants at various events/health fairs across Union County this summer. If you see me at a local event, feel free to stop by and ask any questions regarding Clemson Cooperative Extension programing! I started two “Health […]
September 20, 2023
During the school year, 4-H provides hands-on activities with standards alignment for classrooms. Exploring a concept through a craft, building challenge, or demonstration can reinforce knowledge and provide a break from traditional class lectures. Your 4-H agent provides the supplies, prep work, and clean-up to conduct these classroom visits. 4-H offers the following tracts for […]
September 20, 2023
Fairfield 4-H will continue the Take-Home Kit Club for the 2023-2024 school year. Each month a bag of supplies for a craft or science-themed activity will be available for individuals who Sign Up. Examples from last year include a rubber band harmonica, hand-sewn beanbag, and pony bead keychain. Activities are targeted for children ages 8-13, […]
