South Carolina State Fair announces 67% increase in scholarship funds
March 7, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announces a 67 percent increase in awards for its 2023 annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. For the first…
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South Carolina State Fair Opens Applications for 2023 College Scholarships
February 1, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is now accepting applications for its 26th annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program, which awards $300,000 in college scholarships…
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Graham applauds Clemson, SC State University funding announcement
September 15, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award Clemson University and South Carolina State University up to $70 million under the Partnerships…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets are now available
September 7, 2022
Discount admission and ride tickets for the 153rd annual South Carolina State Fair are on sale now through Tuesday, Oct. 11. Patrons can save up to 50% by purchasing S.C.…
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S.C. senators and representatives oppose proposed shutdown of red snapper fishing
August 11, 2022
NOAA proposal would hurt southeast economy South Carolina’s senators and congressmen co-signed a letter along with colleagues from the southeast asking the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to suspend…
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South Carolina State Fair Accepting Entries for 2022 Competitive Exhibits
July 6, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State Fair. The annual exhibits will…
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Weyerhaeuser completes acquisition of timberlands in North and South Carolina
May 20, 2022
Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) announced the completion of its acquisition of 80,800 acres of high-quality timberlands in North and South Carolina from a fund managed by Campbell Global for approximately…
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On Earth Day, USDA invests over $106.3 million in infrastructure to combat climate change across rural South Carolina
April 25, 2022
In honor of Earth Day 2022, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing nearly $800 million in climate-smart infrastructure in 40 states, Puerto Rico…
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SC Green Industry Association hosts annual Conference & Trade Show
January 25, 2022
The South Carolina Green Industry Association will bring together over 100 exhibitors and 12 industry speakers to cover an extensive range of landscape topics during its annual two-day Conference and…
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Clemson research shows cultivar selection critical for managing fusarium wilt in watermelon
November 9, 2021
Fusarium wilt is a devastating disease that can cause significant yield loss in watermelon and a Clemson University plant pathologist says cultivar selection is key in managing this disease. Tony…
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Clemson aims to boost organic rice production in salty coastal SC through federal grant
November 1, 2021
A Clemson University-led project aimed at reviving South Carolina’s rice industry has nabbed a federal grant to further its efforts. Given the acronym iCORP — Increasing Coastal Organic Rice Production…
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Famoda Farm celebrating 60 years with General Store opening and Fall Festival
October 21, 2021
The historic Famoda Farm will celebrate its 60th anniversary by opening a 2,000 square-foot general store, Grazers: Famoda’s Farm to Table, and holding a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 30.…
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USDA announces South Carolina Rural Development State Director
October 14, 2021
President Joe Biden announced the appointment of Dr. Saundra Glover to the office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture South Carolina State Director on Tuesday afternoon. Dr. Glover, a product…
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USDA announces South Carolina Rural Development State Director
October 13, 2021
President Joe Biden announced the appointment of Dr. Saundra Glover to the office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture South Carolina State Director on Tuesday afternoon. Dr. Glover, a product…
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Sustain SC, Furman University Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities announce inaugural class for Sustainability Leadership Initiative
September 29, 2021
Professionals to participate in six-session program focused on sustainability Sustain SC and the Furman University Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities has selected a group of professionals across various sectors to…
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Premium Peanut establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC
September 9, 2021
$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs Premium Peanut, an innovative, grower-owned peanut shelling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The $64.3 million investment will…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets available starting Sept. 8
September 8, 2021
Save time and money by buying early online or at participating Circle K locations Discount admission and ride tickets for this year’s South Carolina State Fair will go on sale…
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AmplifiedAg Inc. completes $40MM in capital raise, expanding Vertical Roots indoor farms across the Southeast
August 9, 2021
CHARLESTON, SC – AmplifiedAg Inc.™, fast-growing agtech company on a mission to provide global access to safe food, announced that the company has completed $40 million in equity financing. The…
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Shenandoah Growers, Inc. establishing high-tech indoor farm in Anderson County
August 3, 2021
Shenandoah Growers, Inc., a national leader in commercially advanced indoor agriculture, today broke ground on its next indoor ‘Biofarm,’ located in Anderson County. The project will create 50 local, well-paying jobs.…
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USDA launches resource guide to help America’s rural workforce build back better
June 14, 2021
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson today unveiled a resource guide to help rural community leaders start and expand employment opportunities and…
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LS3P’S Greenville office recognizes outstanding team members
June 7, 2021
LS3P congratulates eight Greenville team members who were recently recognized for exemplary efforts. John Robert Edwards, AIA, NCARB was recognized as Principal, the highest level of achievement within the firm.…
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Palmetto AgriBusiness Council contributes to agribusiness education and leadership
April 8, 2021
The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) recently announced contributions to eight different agribusiness educational and leadership programs which promote agriculture and forestry in South Carolina. As part of PABC’s commitment to…
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USDA increases funding limits for the Revolving Fund Program to help expand access to rural water and wastewater infrastructure
March 17, 2021
Columbia, S.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that it is increasing funding limits for loans financed under the Revolving Fund Program to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects…
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National Smithsonian traveling exhibition now open in City of Westminster
March 12, 2021The City of Westminster has been selected as the only upstate stop for displaying the SC Humanities “Water/Ways” Exhibit. The Exhibit is now open at the Historic Westminster Train Depot,…
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ACRE seeks entrepreneurs in agriculture
March 2, 2021
Home-grown innovators could get business mentoring and funding through a program aimed at helping South Carolina agribusinesses. The Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) at the South Carolina Department of Agriculture…
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SCRA recently accepted and funded companies
March 2, 2021
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces BrightMa Farms, LLC, being accepted as new Member Company, and being approved for grant funding. Existing Member Company, RAAMP, LLC, was also approved for grant…
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Mumford Industries Inc. expands services with carbon friendly film products
March 1, 2021Mumford Industries Inc., a postindustrial plastics recycler and reprocessor, has expanded their range of services to include the production of Retrieve® film for industrial and commercial use. Retrieve® film products…
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South Carolina Farmers can apply Jan. 1 to grow hemp in 2021
January 5, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) will accept applications for hemp farming permits for the 2021 growing season from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, 2021. The state’s Hemp Farming…
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Agriculture Technology Campus establishing 1,000-acre operation in Hampton County
September 3, 2020
Combined $314 million investment to create more than 1,500 jobs Agriculture Technology Campus, a joint venture project between Mastronardi, Clear Water Farms, LiDestri Food and Drink (LiDestri) and GEM Opportunity…
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First-ever, free Drive-Through S.C. State Fair to be held Oct. 20-21, 2020
July 29, 2020
In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…
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Peanut Farmers to donate peanut butter to Harvest Hope Food Bank
May 20, 2020
South Carolina peanut farmers are donating 8,640 jars of peanut butter to Harvest Hope Food Bank. The six pallets of peanut butter were made by Peanut Proud, a charitable organization sponsored…
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SCDA, partners announce statewide Mobile Irrigation Laboratory pilot project
January 19, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), in a partnership with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) and Aiken Soil and Water Conservation District, announced the launch of…
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State cotton farmers to gather for boll weevil meeting
December 4, 2019
South Carolina cotton farmers will gather Tuesday, Dec. 17, for updates on the Boll Weevil Eradication Program in South Carolina. The annual meeting at Clemson University’s Pee Dee Research and…
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Rural broadband investment will help South Carolina farms
October 25, 2019
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has invested $9,750,000 in high-speed broadband infrastructure that will create or improve rural e-Connectivity for 3,911 rural households…
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USDA invests in community facilities improvements for 3.3 million rural americans in 23 states including South Carolina
September 30, 2019
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Donald “DJ” LaVoy announced that USDA is investing $139 million in 56 projects to improve community facilities and provide…
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Clemson program prepares women to manage the family forest land
September 16, 2019Clemson University Cooperative Extension is sponsoring a new statewide educational program designed to prepare family forest matriarchs for the reality that they could someday be left to make management decisions…
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114 SC hemp farmers approved for 2019 growing season
June 28, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has approved an additional 74 farmers to participate in the SC Hemp Farming Program for 2019. On March 28, 2019, Governor Henry D.…
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Seven SC agricultural entrepreneurs to get ACRE funding and mentoring
June 24, 2019
Seven ACRE entrepreneurs are one step closer to taking their agribusinesses to the next level, thanks to a competitive application and pitch process offered by the Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship…
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John de la Howe names two to key posts
June 18, 2019
John de la Howe selects principal, educator at School for Agriculture Two well-known educators have been named to key positions at the new School for Agriculture at historic John de…
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SC Adopt a Stream activating the public to monitor water quality
June 6, 2019
The SC Adopt-a-Stream program has been transforming the public into certified volunteers all across the state of South Carolina for a common goal- improving water quality. There has been a…
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SCACAA recognizes Ryan Bean with merit and communications awards
May 22, 2019The South Carolina Association of County Agricultural Agents (SCACAA) recognized Clemson Extension Area Forestry Agent Ryan Bean in the areas of programming and communications during its annual meeting held May…
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Furman University receives grant to help reduce food waste, address food insecurity on campus
May 6, 2019
Furman University is among 27 academic institutions that will receive funding from PepsiCo Recycling for campus sustainability efforts. Now in its third year, PepsiCo’s Zero Impact Fund (ZIF) allows representatives…
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Perdue Farms invests $25 million in Dillon County expansion
April 9, 2019
Creation of approximately 100 new jobs The S.C. Department of Commerce and Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Perdue Farms has completed a $25 million expansion at its harvest operation in Dillon…
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Newly signed law allows for hemp program expansion
March 29, 2019
South Carolina Governor Henry D. McMaster signed into law a bill which expands the number of growers who can participate in the state’s hemp program and the amount of acreage…
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SCDA Regulators to notify industry regarding CBD and hemp in food and feed products in the market place
February 20, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is aware of the growing public interest in hemp and cannabis-derived products, including cannabidiol (CBD) addition into human and animal foods in South…
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ACRE awards $175,000 to SC Food Hub Network
October 1, 2018
The Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) has awarded $175,000 to the South Carolina Food Hub Network to improve logistics for the state’s five food hubs: GrowFood Carolina in…
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SCFB urges DHEC to await study completion before enacting new regulations
August 29, 2018
South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation publicly entered comments to the Department of Health and Environmental Control’s proposed “Western Capacity Use Area” on June 25, 2018. These comments were submitted in…
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Three honorees recognized for their support of South Carolina’s agriculture industry
August 16, 2018(From left to right): Senator Brad Hutto, SC Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and Edgar Woods The South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture honored three individuals at its 11th annual…
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Summit Church building new campus in Simpsonville
March 6, 2018
Summit Church has approved the design for renovations and construction of a new campus at 603 West Curtis Street in Simpsonville. The project, designed by Good City Architects of Greenville,…
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Clemson schedules prescribed burning workshop
May 17, 2017
Prescribed burning is an important part of forest management and the Clemson Cooperative Extension Service is helping people learn how to better prepare themselves for liabilities they face as a…
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