Author: Justin Ballew
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Weekly Field Update – 11/1/21
For anyone looking to diversify their operation, check out this week’s virtual program on cut flower production. The program will be this Wednesday (11/3) from 12-1pm. Click here to register. Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Following the welcome rainfall last week, crops are looking good. The precipitation will help establish strawberry plants in the area because…
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Bob Hall Named 2021 Southeastern Farmer of the Year
Bob Hall of Bush-N-Vine Farm in York, South Carolina has been named the 2021 Swisher Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year. The Farmer of the Year was announced at this past week’s Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, GA. Hall was previously named South Carolina’s Farmer of the Year back in July and competed against…
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Weekly Field Update – 10/25/21
Join us this Thursday (10/28/21) at 12:30pm for the next installment of our CUltivating SC Growers Series. This month Zack Snipes will be discussing the ins and outs of cover cropping. To register, click here. Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had a nice week of weather last week and are getting some rain this…
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Weekly Update – 10/18/21
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “As we begin to see strawberry plants delivered into the area, don’t forget to examine the plants for pests and disease closely. With regards to disease, check the leaves for foliar disease and the roots for discoloration. A root dip fungicide application is very practical for managing crown rots. Also,…
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Fog and Downy Mildew on Collards
From Clemson Plant Pathologist Tony Keinath. Foggy fall mornings are nature’s warning that conditions are favorable for brassica downy mildew to get started on collard and kale. Remember that because downy mildew affects the harvested, edible portion of the crop, control practices must be very effective to increase yields. Use the following practices to maximize…
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Weekly Field Update – 10/11/21
Statewide There are some reports that anthracnose may be issue in strawberries this year. In addition, we are continuing to look out for the new disease, Neopestalotiopsis. Clemson Plant Pathologist Guido Schnabel has recommended applying Zivion S (natamycin) via preplant dip to help prevent these diseases. Dr. Schnabel provided the following instructions: Mixing Instructions. Add…
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Tony Melton Receives Order of the Palmetto
This week, long time Clemson Extension Agent Tony Melton was presented the state’s highest civilian honor for his unrivaled service to the citizens and farming community of South Carolina. Senator Kent Williams presented the Order of The Palmetto at a small ceremony in Florence on Wednesday attended by family, close friends, and a few of…
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Weekly Field Update – 10/4/21
Coming up this Thursday (10/7/21) is the Farm Safety Day for Women hosted by the SC Women’s Ag Network (SCWAgN). Topics will include chainsaw, electrical/fire, pesticide, tractor, and trailer safety. Click here to register. Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had near perfect conditions for working in the fields this week compared to past weeks. Muscadine…
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Weekly Field Update – 9/27/21
Coming up this Saturday (10/2/21) is a Waste Pesticide Collection Event held by the SCDA in York. Take a look at their news release here and take advantage of this event if you have any pesticides sitting around that you don’t expect to use. Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We have had plenty of rain…
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Weekly Field Update – 9/20/21
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Fall cucurbit crops, including cantaloupes, and watermelons are ripening and approaching harvest. Disease pressure from powdery mildew and gummy stem blight have really increased significantly over the last week. Maintaining a tight spray program will be key to managing disease. As we look forward to strawberry planting land is being prepared. If…
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