September 25, 2024
Alex Ryan ThompsonFood Systems and Safety Agent Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, Anderson, and Oconee Counties In the Carolinas, autumn means apples. While Western North Carolina may be well known for its apple orchards, Upstate South Carolina has its own thriving network of apple growers. Orchards featuring farm stores, U-Pick, apple-centric treat and beverages, and bushels […]
September 25, 2024
The ServSafe® food safety training uses material from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) and is taught by Clemson University Extension Agents who are Registered ServSafe Proctors and Certified ServSafe Instructors by the NRA. Permitted Retail Food Establishments (RFE) in South Carolina are required to have a least one Certified Food Protection Manager. Need a class […]
September 5, 2024
Become a South Carolina Master Food Preserver! Join our community of passionate food enthusiasts and extend Clemson Extension’s educational programs. Our comprehensive training includes an 8-week online course and a 2-day intensive session in January 2025. Gain 30 hours of hands-on experience and volunteer in your community to earn your certification. Sign up today and […]
September 5, 2024
Come join us and learn the basics of canning fruits and vegetables from local farms and home gardens through a unique canning workshop. Participants will engage in hands-on activities using current recommended techniques for preserving foods for home use. Those with or without experience are encouraged to attend. Participants will receive the item(s) they prepare […]
February 21, 2024
Canning is an important and safe method of food preservation if practiced properly. The canning process involves placing foods in jars and heating to a temperature that destroys organisms that could be a health hazard or cause the food to spoil. Participants will be engaged in hands-on activities utilizing current USDA recommended techniques for preserving […]
February 20, 2024
Alex Ryan Thompson, Food Systems and Safety Agent The first cohort of South Carolina Master Food Preservers graduated at the Philips Market Center in Columbia, South Carolina on January 24th, 2024. The South Carolina Master Food Preserver program began in Fall 2022 and aims to expand the reach of Clemson Cooperative Extension’s Food Systems and […]
September 20, 2023
Clemson Extension in partnership with Fairfield County’s Carolina Community Actions, Inc. recently hosted a food safety and nutrition program for twenty-two adults. The program focused on teaching participants about healthy eating on a budget while also emphasizing the importance of food safety. The program included interactive sessions and hands-on activities to help participants learn practical […]
September 20, 2023
Come join us and learn the basics of canning fruits and vegetables from local farms and home gardens through a unique canning workshop. Participants will engage in hands-on activities using current recommended techniques for preserving foods for home use. Those with or without experience are encouraged to attend. Participants will receive the item(s) they prepare […]
February 15, 2023
Working Together to Offer Community Resources The Fairfield County Clemson Extension Service advisory council met on January 12, 2023 to share available resources and discuss ideas for future collaboration. Eight community members were in attendance representing Fairfield Behavioral Health Services, Love Never Fails, Fairfield Forward, Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce, Fairfield County School District, Fairfield […]
February 15, 2023
Learn the basics of canning fruits and vegetables from local farms and home gardens through a unique, hands-on canning workshop. Participants will engage in hands-on activities using current recommended techniques for preserving foods for home use. Those with or without experience are encouraged to attend. Participants will receive the item(s) they prepare in class, a […]
