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Jagger Harvey (left) and Amit Kochavi talk about a partnership between Clemson University, Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Sapir College designed to tackle agricultural and food production challenges in Israel, South Carolina and across the globe.

Clemson – Israeli universities partnership will advance agriculture

Clemson grain bin simulator

Clemson’s ag safety training comes in handy in Dillon County

Charles Privette has been named interim director for the South Carolina Water Resources Center.

Privette named interim director of South Carolina Water Resources Center

Mallory Maher

Clemson Extension names new coordinator for S.C. Master Naturalist Program

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.

South Carolina agriculture technology, business forum set for March 26

Garden kits come with registration for Option 2.

Online course teaches how to grow thriving lawns, gardens for spring

Erick Bousman and Ryan Oliver, both of Greenville, S.C., visit the "Beyond the Surface" art exhibit on opening night. The exhibit will be on display at Tiger Strikes Asteroid - Greenville through March 22.

Clemson student ignites collaboration using art to teach about water science

A sign that says "Clemson Experimental Forest" sits in the green grass by the side of a road.

Researchers learn more about the extraordinary biodiversity of the Clemson Experimental Forest

Learn how to use Integrated Pest Management to manage pest levels in landscapes.

WEBINAR: Ornamental pest management in home landscapes

The 2025 Clemson Extension Forages Field Day, set for March 13 at the Edisto Research and Education Center in Blackville, South Carolina.

Learn sustainable management solutions at the 2025 Forages and Livestock Field Day

Wayne Phillips leaning on a wall and smiling

Phillips named manager of Clemson Experimental Forest

Close up of a peach tree in Clemson's Musser Fruit Research Center

Ridge Peach Meeting set for Feb. 6

Educators, nutrition professionals, farmers and members of community organizations are invited to attend the South Carolina Farm to School Summit, Feb. 21, in Columbia, to explore ways to incorporate fresh, local foods into schools.

South Carolina Farm to School Summit set for Feb. 21

Cotton

Clemson announces 2025 South Carolina Cotton Growers Meeting

Peanuts

2025 South Carolina Peanut Growers Meeting scheduled for Jan. 30

Clemson Extension agents are partnering with the YMCA to address childhood obesity by empowering families to adopt healthier lifestyles.

Healthy weight for youth is a family affair

sun rising over a field with a barn in the distance - CAFLS, PSA

SC New and Beginning Farmer Program accepting applications for 2025

Corn and soybeans planted at Clemson's Edisto REC.

South Carolina Corn and Soybean Growers Meeting slated for Dec. 17

Christian Wilhelm Dec. grad.

Making a Difference: Leadership roles helped first-generation AVS student support others

Barbara Smith, Clemson Extension senior horticulture agent, is shown with a phalaenopsis orchid and a florist cyclamen, two plants that can bring holiday cheer to a home.

Decorate for the holidays with flowers and greenery

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

State agencies offer resources for those impacted by Hurricane Helene

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

A young man wearing a coat and glasses stands in front of a grocery store display and is reading the back of a bottle.

TRUTH in Labeling Act would heighten the warning for shoppers looking to cut sugar, salt and saturated fat intake

Innovative outdoor sound experience coming to SC Botanical Garden

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

Beekeepers examining a hive.

Registration open for hybrid beekeeping course

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

cropduster

Officials urge beekeepers to monitor mosquito sprayings, and horse owners to vaccinate for equine encephalitis

Pumpkins at the Edisto REC

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