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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

Clemson Extension TEACH Center opens at Citadel Mall

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

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

Anthony "Tony" Keinath

Keinath named APS Fellow

Gilbert Miller, Clemson Extension vegetable specialist, talks about Solar Shrink mulch film during the 2023 Watermelon Field Day.

Cool spring temperatures slow watermelon crop, increase Fusarium infections

Downy mildew detected in South Carolina

A wooden ladder descends into a creek with rice fields beyond it.

Clemson researcher studies climate-resilient rice production

Clemson awarded USDA grant to study saline-water irrigation to grow salt-tolerant crops

Cool season forages

Clemson Extension announces cool-season forages field days

Attendees to the 2022 Clemson Corn and Soybean Growers' Meeting learned how Agri Spray Drones are being used in agriculture research.

Clemson Extension specialists share tips for growing corn and soybeans

Clemson University researchers have received a USDA grant to help give organic sweet potato farmers new weapons to use against nematodes and weeds.

Clemson researchers work to improve organic sweet potato production in S.C.

Patrick Wechter, Director of Clemson University's Coastal Research and Education Center, standing in front of cabinets filled with supplies.

Wechter takes charge of Clemson research facility in ‘proving ground for plant disease’

Clemson Agronomic and Vegetable Field Day highlights latest research/technology

Gilbert Miller, Clemson Extension vegetable specialist and field day coordinator, talks about how the Clemson Extension statewide weather monitoring network will benefit South Carolina growers.

Clemson experts predict watermelon production about to get more expensive

Flag blowing in wind on the Walker Golf Course

2022 Clemson Turfgrass Research and Education Field Day to be held in person

Clemson University researchers have received a USDA grant to find novel ways to improve crop nutrient use efficiency and pest management in organic watermelon.

Clemson announces 2022 Watermelon Field Day

Clemson’s Coastal REC working to foster sustainability for Lowcountry farmers

Downy mildew begins as dark, irregular spots that spread quickly on plants’ leaves.

Downy mildew detected on South Carolina cucurbits

A study by Clemson researcher Tony Keinath finds planting cucumbers early helps the crop avoid downy mildew.

Clemson study shows planting cucumbers early can help to avoid downy mildew

FW S triploid 7 WAT: Note the wilting and yellowing leaves on a susceptible cultivar at 7 weeks after transplanting. This level of disease reduced the number and size of fruit.

Clemson research shows cultivar selection critical for managing fusarium wilt in watermelon

Clemson aims to boost organic rice production in salty coastal SC through federal grant

Evenly spaces plants grow out of two rows of dirt covered by a black tarp. The row on the right shows thin weeds growing as well.

Clemson leads study to improve organic vegetable production using carbon waste

Teachers participating in Clemson's SOCIAL Studies Academy will learn how drones and other technologies are common tools used in today's agriculture.

Middle school teachers to learn about today’s agriculture during Clemson’s SOCIAL Studies Academy

Clemson Coastal REC Field Day participants

Clemson’s Coastal REC research helps improve vegetable production in South Carolina

Brian Ward, an organic vegetable specialist and assistant professor at the Coastal Research and Education Center (REC), gave an update on the South Carolina hemp crop during a recent field day.

Clemson research seeks to make industrial hemp more profitable for South Carolina farmers

Clemson University researchers have created an email newsletter to encourage adoption of IPM practices in South Carolina.

Clemson IPM newsletter keeps growers pest-informed

Rebecca Schmidt-Jeffris in field

Clemson announces Coastal Research and Education Center Field Day

Clemson researcher to lead group driving revival of Southern heirloom crops

Photo of crops growing at Simpson REC

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Clemson Ag Outlook Conference offers farmers advice on how to deal with 2020’s black swan

Photo of crops growing at Simpson REC

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Clemson Extension announces 5th Annual Ag Outlook Conference

Sign at Ag Services building pointing to dock where soil samples can be left.

Get soil tested at Clemson Ag Service Lab

Clemson study finds wildflowers create pollinator harmony for watermelons

Clemson study finds wildflowers create pollinator harmony for watermelons

Attendees participate in cultivar field trial demonstration.

Clemson’s Coastal REC vegetable research aims to bolster bottom line for S.C. farmers

David Robb talks about weed control research being conducted at the Clemson Student Organic Farm.

Clemson researchers arm farmers with new tools in fight against costly weeds

Clemson reports downy mildew detected in South Carolina; growers advised to spray cucurbits

Clemson reports downy mildew detected in South Carolina; growers advised to spray cucurbits