Tag: Tony Melton
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Longtime Extension Agent Tony Melton Passes
After a hard-fought battle with illness, beloved, former Clemson Extension agent, Tony Melton, passed away Saturday (4/2/22). Though saddened by this great loss, those of us that had the privilege of working with “Uncle Tony” will always be comforted by stories and memories of his servant’s heart, infectious laugh, and hollow leg (“I eat one […]
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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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Tony Melton Retires After Long Career with Clemson
Long-time Horticulture Agent Tony Melton retired earlier this month, finishing out a 40-year career with Clemson University. Tony is best known for his passion for working with fruit and vegetable growers in the Pee Dee Region, as well as his frequent appearances on SCETV’s Making It Grow. Tony first began his career with Clemson University […]
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