Barnwell County Clemson Extension

06/17/2026

South Carolina Field Update (June 15, 2026): “Freestone” Peaches Are Coming In! 🍑

https://hgic.clemson.edu/south-carolina-field-update-june-15-2026-freestone-peaches-are-coming-in/

Freestone peaches are now being harvested across South Carolina as disease and insect pressure continue to increase. This week's field update covers anthracnose, gummy stem blight, cucurbit downy mildew, caterpillar outbreaks in greens, blackberry stink bug damage, and current harvest conditions acr...

06/15/2026

Coral bean (Erythrina herbacea) is a native shrub that has showy red flowers that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. Follow the link below to learn more 👇

https://hgic.clemson.edu/hummingbird-favorite-coral-bean/

Coral bean is a native flowering shrub with bright red blooms that attract hummingbirds. Learn how to grow and care for this pollinator favorite.

06/11/2026

Clemson Cooperative Extension – Orangeburg County is launching a FREE agribusiness newsletter for farmers in Orangeburg, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Calhoun counties.

Topics will include:
• USDA & FSA program deadlines
• Agricultural policy updates
• Upcoming Extension programs and workshops
• General ag news for our area

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9vibDK3Mh0uBjUkCaTiql3hApwZgKP1BnZOJx1NAdRJUNk1JQUQwU0NJN0RTNVI4SlBMWFFIVjRYSC4u

For more information, contact David Mansfield, [email protected], (803) 447-9305

06/10/2026

The Woods in Your Backyard program is designed for landowners who own 10 acres or less, and for the professionals who provide management assistance. Participants will learn simple stewardship practices to maintain and improve small woodlots
Contact Mike Windhorn for any questions [email protected]
🗓️Friday, July 10, 2026
⏰9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍Blue Heron Nature Center - 321 Bailey Lane, Ridgeland, SC 29936
Registration Fee - $60
Pre-registration is required!
https://woodsinyourbackyard.eventbrite.com

06/09/2026

South Carolina Field Update (June 8, 2026): It’s Beginning to Feel A Lot Like Summer! ☀️ Follow the link below to learn more 👇

https://hgic.clemson.edu/south-carolina-field-update-june-8-2026-its-beginning-to-feel-a-lot-like-summer/

Hot temperatures, rising humidity, and recent rainfall are accelerating crop growth across South Carolina. Growers should prepare for increased disease pressure, scout cucurbits for downy mildew, and stay on top of irrigation and crop protection as blueberries, blackberries, peaches, tomatoes, cucum...

06/03/2026

How Pollinators, Beneficial Insects, and Organic Amendments Support Soil Health. Follow the link below to learn more 👇

https://hgic.clemson.edu/how-pollinators-beneficial-insects-and-organic-amendments-support-soil-health/

06/02/2026

South Carolina Field Update (June 1, 2026): More Rain, More Disease, Lots to Harvest. Follow the link the learn more 👇

https://hgic.clemson.edu/south-carolina-field-update-june-1-2026-more-rain-more-disease-lots-to-harvest/

Heavy rainfall across South Carolina has increased disease pressure and created challenging field conditions, including flooding and saturated soils. Growers should maintain fungicide programs and closely scout cucurbits for downy mildew as peaches, blueberries, watermelons, tomatoes, beans, cucumbe...

05/29/2026

4-H Camp Barstow registration is officially OPEN! Scan the QR Code to Register!

4-H Camp Barstow registration is officially OPEN! Don’t miss out on 4 days of fun, adventure, and making memories! 🍀🏕️☀️

05/27/2026

Tractor Driving Contest in Hampton County!! 🚜

05/27/2026

South Carolina Field Update (May 26, 2026): Disease Management Is a Must Following Heavy Memorial Day Weekend Rain. Follow the link to learn more 👇

https://hgic.clemson.edu/south-carolina-field-update-may-26-2026-disease-management-is-a-must-following-heavy-memorial-day-weekend-rain/

Heavy Memorial Day weekend rain brought 4–5 inches to parts of South Carolina, creating ideal conditions for disease outbreaks in vegetables, fruit crops, and brassicas. Growers across the state should stay on top of fungicide programs, monitor saturated soils, and scout for increasing insect pres...