February 15, 2023
Travis MitchellLivestock and Forages Agent for Newberry & Saluda CountiesDirector for The South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association The spring season is in full swing across the Carolina’s. It is a joy and relief to see pastures greening up and cattle grazing. Spring always brings optimism which was evident in the “beef cattle market outlook” presentation Dr. […]
February 13, 2023
31 out of the 36 inmates completing the class passed the final exam, allowing these individuals to find gainful employment within the green industry. Spartanburg Horticulture Agent Drew Jeffers and Paul were invited to present this project to the Southern Region American Society for Horticultural Science conference in Kansas City, Kansas on February 4, 2023. […]
September 7, 2022
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM York County Clemson Extension 120 N. Congress Street York, SC 29745 Learn about specific funding opportunities relevant to new farmers and techniques for successfully applying to these programs! Learn how to determine your eligibility, plan and write your proposal, prepare supporting documentation including business plans, […]
September 7, 2022
After two years online through zoom 43 new and aspiring farmers were accepted into the South Carolina New and Beginning Farmer Program Class of 2022 cohort. York County is well represented, with three new farmers as members of this year’s core program. The program, in its 12th year, is a Clemson Extension agribusiness public […]
September 6, 2022
Area Forestry and Natural Resources Report Jeff Fellers Summer is nearing an end and now is the time to get ready to make our way into the fall and winter. We have had a busy summer in Extension as operations have returned to normal after the Covid outbreak. This summer I have hosted two forestry […]
September 1, 2022
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS In Union County SC September 9-10, 2022: Carolina Smoke-N-Grass Festival(SCBA) Union County Fairgrounds, Union SC September 17, 2022: 20th Annual Union County Farm Show Union County Fairgrounds, Union SC 9:00am to 3:30pm **Free Admission** September 16-18, 2022: Uniquely Union Festival Downtown Union SC Starts 4:00pm on the 16th Sept. 29-Oct.1, 2022: […]
February 22, 2022
South Carolina to Issue Handy New Card for Ag Sales Tax Exemptions SCATE Will Debut February 1, 2022 By Eva Moore, South Carolina Department of Agriculture In 2022, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture is rolling out a handy new card for farmers to use for agricultural sales tax exemptions. South Carolina state law […]
February 9, 2022
South Carolina Dairy Heifer Project 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 […]
February 9, 2022
This year Newberry County 4-H has focused on developing county level projects for youth to participate in. Last summer, we held our first County Tomato Project. Nine youth participated in growing tomatoes that might be the largest or the ugliest in the county. As we were purchasing the prizes for these winners, things that they […]
February 7, 2022
Clemson Cooperative Extension’s Rural Health Team offers virtual yoga classes every Wednesday from 12-12:30 PM. Yoga for Every Body is an all-levels, gentle yoga class designed to help you get more movement during your week. Modifications are offered to complement all abilities, with the option to participate from a comfortable seat or standing. By participating […]
