High Schoolers Try Hands-On Farm Tasks at Piedmont Technical College
April 20, 2023
A backhoe, a fluffy 5-day-old baby goat, welding torches, high-tech drone tours, and much more caught the attention of 43 high school students from five schools at the Piedmont Technical…
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Forestry Commission Smartphone App Updated
April 17, 2023
Performance improvements require refreshing or redownloading the app The South Carolina Forestry Commission has completed performance improvements to its smartphone app that require users to refresh or redownload the app,…
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LushAcres Farm Expands Hours and Payment Options
April 3, 2023
LushAcres Farm Market in Clinton is expanding their hours and payment options. Beginning April 4 the market will be open Tuesday-Friday from 9 am – 5 pm and Saturday 9…
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USDA makes grants available to help people in rural South Carolina repair their homes damaged by hurricanes in 2022
March 23, 2023
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development South Carolina State Director Dr. Saundra Glover today announced the availability of grants to help people repair their homes that were damaged by…
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Laurens County to Host Young Farmers and Agribusiness Association State Meeting
March 22, 2023
In July Laurens County will host the South Carolina Farmer & Agribusiness Association 2023 Summer Tour. This brings the opportunity for the county to showcase the diverse agriculture that Laurens…
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Highlights of the 49th Annual Spotlight on Agriculture Event
March 15, 2023
Last week the 49thAnnual Spotlight on Agriculture was held at First Presbyterian Church in Clinton. This is always a “who’s who” of Ag event for Laurens County. The crowd was…
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Clinton High School FFA Plant Sale
March 12, 2023
If it’s Spring you know it is time for the Clinton High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) Annual Plant Sale. The plant sale will be held March 27-30 and…
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Local Farmers Can Now Receive AgPack® Benefits at Cooper Motor Company in Clinton
March 1, 2023
Farmers helping farmers find a return on their truck investment is how AgPack® was born. Now, 7 years later, AgPack benefits to farmers and growers could quickly add up to…
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Laurens County 4-H to Host Spring Break Camp
February 14, 2023
Spring break is just around the corner and Laurens County 4-H has something fun for kids 5-12 to do. They will be holding a spring break camp “On the 4-H…
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Remember South Carolina’s State Forests at Tax Time
February 6, 2023
Help support forest recreation and operations with a charitable check-off on your return. The South Carolina Forestry Commission encourages citizens to make a charitable contribution to the SC State Forests…
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LushAcres Reopens – Offering February Chicken Bundle
February 1, 2023
LushAcres is back open after a short month in January (closed for some maintenance). Due to the shortened month, they are extending their January Bundle through February. This is over…
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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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2023 Ag Day Essay Contest
January 31, 2023
Students across the country are invited to enter the National Ag Day essay and video contest, sponsored by the Agriculture Council of America. This year’s theme is, “Growing a Climate…
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Keep Laurens County Beautiful and Volunteers Tackle Trash Around Boyd’s Mill Pond Dam
January 29, 2023
Keep Laurens County Beautiful, led by Beautification Affiliate Coordinator, Courtney Stonell orgainzed another litter clean up on Saturday. The energetic group of volunteers worked to clean up the area around…
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LushAcres Market Closed for Two Weeks
January 22, 2023
LushAcres Farm Market announced that they will be closed for two weeks beginning January 23. During this time they will perform some maintenance and upgrades before the new produce season…
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Lush Acres Farm Included in 2023 South Carolina Agritourism Passport
January 18, 2023
Agriculture is a vital part of South Carolina’s economy and the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) works to help more people connect with agriculture. Many farmers have looked for…
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South Carolina 4-H Showcase January 14 Time Change
January 8, 2023
Due to a higher proportion of older division entries, it has been decided to combine the two parts into one program. The new time is 3:00 PM on Saturday, January 14.…
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South Carolina 4-H Showcase Set for January 14
December 12, 2022
It’s a new name but the same great event. Formerly the Miss 4-H Pageant the SC 4-H Showcase will be held on Saturday, January 14 in the Clinton High School…
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South Carolina’s Natural Resource Management Agencies Sign Shared Stewardship Agreement
December 12, 2022
Accord establishes partnership to improve forest conditions on public and private lands. Directors of nine federal and state agencies came together today to sign a Shared Stewardship agreement at a…
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Laurens County 4-H to host Showcase Workshop
November 28, 2022
To prepare for the SC 4-H Showcase, Laurens County 4-H will be hosting a Showcase Workshop on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 from 3 to 6 PM at the Joe Adair…
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Laurens County Farmer Wins First Place at Sunbelt Ag Expo
November 21, 2022
Last month the Sunbelt Ag Expo was held inn Moultrie, Georgia. Among the competitions was the Southeastern Hay contest and this year’s winner is from Laurens County. Mr. Reed Edwards…
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Forestry has $23.2 Billion Impact on SC’s Economy
November 7, 2022
Study reveals forestry also state’s largest employer, paying an average wage of $55K+ South Carolina Forestry Commission officials announced the economic impact of the state’s forestry sector Thursday, citing a…
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Two Weeks into the Season The Patch is Delivering on All Things Fall
September 25, 2022
The Patch in Mountville opened for its second year of business on Saturday, September 17 and the last two weeks have seen a steady flow of families coming to the…
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The Patch in Mountville Opens Saturday, September 17
September 11, 2022
The Patch will open for its second year of business Saturday, September 17th. The Patch will offer a variety of pumpkins, mums, square straw bales, local honey, Rolling Hill Ranch…
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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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Clemson Extension’s Farmer Resource Rodeo rides again
August 29, 2022
The annual South Carolina Farmer Resource Rodeo is back — virtually, for now — after a 2-year pandemic break to offer a unique opportunity for farmers to learn about useful…
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More SC horses found to have contracted Equine Infectious Anemia
August 19, 2022
Two more South Carolina horses have tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), bringing the number of confirmed cases in the state to five in the past month, State Veterinarian…
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LushAcres Wraps Up Summer and Prepares for Fall Festival
August 17, 2022
This summer has had it’s challenges. From the record heat, to bad seed from suppliers. Our farm team has worked hard to overcome these challenges and has delivered delicious food…
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South Carolina Officials Announce Infestation of Asian Longhorned Ticks, Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases
July 8, 2022
South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a cattle farm in York County. This invasive species of…
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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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How to care for your garden during drought and heatwaves
July 6, 2022
Drought and heat are inevitable challenges in the vegetable garden. In the Southeastern United States, rainfall can seem like it’s feast or famine — there’s either too much or not…
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LushAcres Market Boasts Plentiful Produce
June 29, 2022
As LushAcres Farm celebrates one year of full operation, the fruits of their labor are plentiful. If you haven’t been by the market recently you should. The market on LushAcres Farm…
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LDHS Livestock Judging Team Wins the Junior Division of the State 4-H Livestock Judging Competition
April 29, 2022
The LDHS Livestock Judging Team recently won the State 4-H Livestock Judging Event held in Clemson. There were six teams competing in the Junior Division with four students per team.…
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Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sell this Saturday
April 26, 2022
Spring is in the air so it’s time for the Laurens County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale. If you are thinking about refreshing your flower beds or maybe even creating…
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Parcel of 100+ Acres for Sale in Laurens
April 25, 2022
Carolina Land Company is pleased to offer 100.87 acres on Ghost Creek Road in Laurens, SC for sale. The property is currently being used as a hunting property. Buyers could…
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Abundant Strawberry Fields at LushAcres
April 25, 2022
Just a week before the inaugural Strawberry Festival at LushAcres the strawberry fields are showing out. With just a half acre strawberry crop you will be amazed at the abundance…
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Clemson to Hold ‘Alfalfa in the South’ Field Day at Foxpipe Farm in Laurens
April 11, 2022
Decades ago, alfalfa was a dominant perennial legume species used in the southern United States, but harsh environmental conditions and pest pressures soon decreased acreage. Thanks to improved varieties and…
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Laurens County 4-H Annual Banquet Recognizes 4-H Winners
March 30, 2022
On March 24th, 2022, the Laurens County 4-H Program held its annual 4-H Achievement Banquet for the 2020-2021 4-H year. 4-Hers, parents, volunteers, and community supporters gathered to share a…
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Forestry Commission lifting statewide Red Flag Fire Alert
March 30, 2022
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is lifting the statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective at 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 30. The Forestry Commission is discontinuing the alert because the dangerous…
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Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale Announced
March 23, 2022
Spring is in the air so it’s time for the Laurens County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale. If you are thinking about refreshing your flower beds or maybe even creating…
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Clinton High Hosts Market Swine Show
March 21, 2022
On Saturday, Clinton High FFA hosted the Market Swine Show at Clinton High School’s barn below the baseball and softball fields. The event was well attended with over 150 people…
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Spotlight on Agriculture 2022 Awards Dinner Held
March 14, 2022
Last week“who’s who” of agriculture came out for the 48th Annual Spotlight on Agriculture. The event was held at First Presbyterian Church, and it was a packed house. The event…
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LushAcres Farm
March 12, 2022
Located on 340 acres of Thornwell’s campus in Clinton, South Carolina, LushAcres Farm is a vibrant enterprise that supports Thornwell’s mission – To prevent child abuse and neglect, build and…
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Clemson helping create more comfortable environment for female forest owners
March 9, 2022
Sandy Kumm, of Tamassee, South Carolina, got involved with Women Owning Woodlands for the specific reasons indicated within the organization’s name: she’s a woman who owns woodlands — in this…
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Lush Acres Market Expanding Product Line – Pork Now Available
March 2, 2022
Lush Acres Market in Clinton recently they were upgrading their market with new coolers to allow them to provide more fresh produce and other products. The expansion also includes their…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Gray Court, SC Land
February 16, 2022
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 47.66 acres on Deck Road in Gray Court, SC in the sale of their family property. The buyer purchased the property for…
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Nearly 3,600 acres protected by Upstate Forever in 2021
February 8, 2022
Greenville- and Spartanburg-based conservation organization Upstate Forever protected approximately 3,600 acres of private and public forests, farmlands, and green spaces across Upstate South Carolina in 2021. Additional projects where Upstate…
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Lush Acres Market Expanding Product Line
January 31, 2022
The newly opened market, Lush Acres in Clinton, is already expanding. They announced recently that they are upgrading their market with new coolers to allow them to provide more fresh…
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Laurens County 4-H to Host the South Carolina Miss 4-H Pageant
January 23, 2022
The Laurens County 4-H Program will host the South Carolina Miss 4-H Pageant on Saturday, February 5th at Clinton High School. The South Carolina Miss 4-H Pageant is not just…
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Corn and soybean farmers get advice to use for 2022 crops
January 19, 2022
Higher agricultural production costs are in store for the new year, but Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service specialists have a few suggestions to help relieve some of the impacts on…
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