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Clemson students Alana Weidman, Hannah Mammano, Kun Huang and Achala Pokhrel work with researcher and professor Alexis Stamatikos to explore protein alterations that could lead to more effective treatments for atherosclerosis.

Atherosclerosis – the ‘silent killer’ – tackled by Clemson researchers

David Robb, farm manager, talks with TOPP participants about research conducted at Clemson's Organic Research Center.

Clemson aims to ease organic transition for South Carolina farmers through USDA agreement

Learn about insects and other common pests of citrus trees grown in South Carolina during the 2024 Southeastern Citrus Expo, Nov. 22-23, in Charleston, South Carolina.

2024 Southeastern Citrus Expo comes to Charleston

The 2022 Clemson Cooperative Extension Service Turf School will be held from 1-2 p.m. EST, Jan. 31-Feb. 4, via Zoom.

Multi-state study offers recommendations for keeping bermudagrass greener all season

Leaf color is starting to change in trees along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Clemson scientist says ‘Get out and explore’ fall color changes

Rain from Hurricane Helene is expected to soak the soil and make the delicate round cotton bolls droop and dangle from the plant such as is seen in this picture.

Hurricane Helene’s effects on South Carolina crops

Jagger Harvey (second from left) will use experiences he gained while leading international teams to work on agricultural challenges across the globe, such as in Nepal, to lead the Clemson University Global Research Initiative.

Harvey leads Global Research Initiative to tackle global food supply challenges

The South Carolina Botanical Garden fall plant sale is online this year with scheduled curbside contactless pick up.

South Carolina Botanical Garden to host 2024 Fall Plant Sale on Oct. 4-5

Clemson Extension TEACH Center opens at Citadel Mall

Wonkeun “John” Park, senior scientist at the Pee Dee REC, is leading research to determine if sesame can be a profitable alternative summer crop in South Carolina.

Clemson Pee Dee REC Field Day highlights challenges and innovations in South Carolina agriculture

South Carolina 4-H and FFA team members bring the South Carolina state flag to Brownwood, Texas, for national competitions. From left, Levi Dickerson, Emma McCaffrey, Hennelly Gavin, Mya Chapman, Chase Squires, Thomas Mason King, and Ethan Buffkin.

South Carolina 4-H, FFA programs shine at national contest

Soil testing in the fall after harvest allows producers easier access to fields.

It’s time for fall soil testing, Clemson experts say

Vishal Manjunatha developed a fascination with food at an early age. This curiosity eventually led him to Clemson University, where he earned a doctorate in food, nutrition and packaging sciences in August.

Food safety at forefront for Clemson graduate

A team of researchers led by Clemson professor Dil Thavarajah is studying to develop organic pulse cultivars suitable for the Southern climate, especially South Carolina and North Carolina organic production systems.

Clemson announces 2024-25 Going Organic webinar series

Pumpkins at the Edisto REC

Clemson Extension announces 2024 Peanut, Cotton, Vegetable and Fruit Field Day

Stem it Up² participants work in Michelle Wheeler's fields at River Bend Blooms in Allen County, Kentucky as part of the STEM-it Up program for teachers. (Photo taken by Kyleigh C. Hilburn, doctoral student at the University of Florida.)

Transforming plant science education

Grain sorghum is shown in a field at Clemson's Pee Dee research station.

Agronomic research on display at 2024 Clemson Pee Dee REC Field Day

Cotton grown in Clemson University greenhouses leads scientists to discover root traits in Upland cotton that can significantly enhance water use efficiency.

Uncovering the roots of climate-resilient cotton

Cups of soil in a machine about to be tested.

Clemson Ag Service Lab announces fee increase

Learn about the basics of growing certified organic crops in South Carolina during Clemson University's Organic Certification Basics class.

Learn the basics of organic certification

Clemson Extension and the Pelion Branch Library are hosting a series of workshops designed to show people how to can jams, pickles and peanuts.

Canning for safe food preservation

The Clemson Cooperative Extension Service Food Sytems and Safety Team is offering a workshop for Food Entrepreneurs.

Go from recipe to revenue with Clemson Extension workshop

Corn and soybeans planted at Clemson's Edisto REC.

Clemson 2024 Corn and Soybean Field Day set for July 25

Stormwater ponds are designed to receive water and mitigate flooding.

Clemson Extension offers stormwater pond preparation tips

Alex Coleman, Clemson Extension Small Grains and Sorghum specialist, is studying to determine how Double Team technology controls stubborn grass weeds like Texas panicum in grain sorghum.

Clemson small grains specialist studies new sorghum technology for weed control

The 2024 Clemson University Watermelon Field Day is slated for July 11 at the Edisto REC in Blackville, South Carolina.

Clemson Extension Watermelon Field Day features research, technology and trade show

Sonia Salaria prepares dishes featuring lentils.

Clemson students write cookbook to help fight ‘hidden hunger’

Bhupinder Farmaha, a Clemson nutrient management specialist, spreads fertilizer in an Edisto REC field.

Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool launches nationwide to digitize crop nutrient management

Kylie Randberg (right) has gained knowledge and skills as a Clemson AVS student and U.S. Army ROTC member at that will directly apply to her duties in the Army post-graduation.

Caring for animals leads AVS grad to commission in U.S. Army’s Medical Service Corps

Ashley Burns, Matt Hersom, and Raghupathy Karthikeyan from Clemson University were part of 88 individuals completing the LEAD21 leadership-development program.

Clemson faculty/staff members graduate from land-grant university leadership program

Salman Naveed is one of two Clemson doctoral students participating in a cotton research project at the Pee Dee REC.

Clemson, USDA scientists research to help boost cotton production

FLORENCE, S.C. – Poa-annua control, controlling spring dead spot in ultradwarf bermudagrass putting green turf and information about new fungicide combinations are just a few of the topics that will be covered during the Clemson University Pee Dee Research and Education Center (REC) Field Day on April 30. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Pee Dee REC Pavilion, 2200 Pocket Road, Darlington, South Carolina 29532. The field day begins with participants taking a walking tour of turfgrass experiments at 8:30 a.m. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Trial areas will be grouped according to station number, with smaller sub-stations covered within each grouping. Presenters include Joseph Roberts, assistant professor of turfgrass pathology and nematology, and Clemson Cooperative Extension Service specialist. Adam Gore, Clemson Extension horticulture agent, will also present. Field day topics covered at each station include: 1. Understanding Post-Emergence Applications for Poa annua Control 2. Fungicide Efficacy Trials for Controlling Spring Dead Spot Disease in Ultradwarf Bermudagrass Putting Green Turf 3. Understanding Spring Herbicide and Fertilizer Applications for Zoysiagrass Landscape Turf 4. New Fungicide Combinations for Foliar Diseases on Ultradwarf Putting Green Turf 5. Evaluation of New Fungicide Combinations for Large Patch in St. Augustinegrass Landscape Turf 6. Year-Round Fungicide and Nematicide Programming for Ultradwarf Bermudagrass Putting Green Performance This event is expected to end at 11:30 a.m. Pesticide credits, including three Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Category 3 – Turf for South Carolina and three CEUs Category L, N, D and X for North Carolina, will be offered. Contact Joseph Roberts, jar7@clemson.edu, for information. The Pee Dee REC is located in both Darlington and Florence counties.

Pee Dee REC announces Turfgrass Field Day

Michael Plumblee, Clemson Extension corn and soybean specialist, tells 2024 Clemson Precision Ag Field Day participants today's technology allows him to do his job more effectively.

Precision Ag Field Day sets technology in motion for students

The 2024 South Carolina Botanical Garden plant sales feature a large selection of plants, including hard-to-find native species, seasonal annuals and vegetable transplants. Other features include culinary herbs, bog plants, herbaceous perennials, native ferns, flowering shrubs, ornamental grasses, and flowering, fruit and shade trees.

South Carolina Botanical Garden 2024 Spring Plant Sales are April 5, 6 and 20

Economic considerations, sustainability issues, technology and connectivity, and fruit and vegetable opportunities are on the agenda for the 2024 South Carolina Agriculture Technology and Business Forum, March 20 in West Columbia, South Carolina.

S.C. Agriculture Technology and Business Forum coming to West Columbia

South Carolina farmers with grazing livestock are needed for a Clemson University forages study..

South Carolina fescue farmers needed for climate-smart agriculture study