The South Carolina Department of Agriculture Continues State Fair Exhibit in New Location

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Elizabeth Shuler; 803-917-4950; eshuler@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 30, 2015 The South Carolina Department of Agriculture Continues State Fair Exhibit in New Location COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) continues its long-standing tradition of participating in the South Carolina State Fair, October 14-25. Come learn, taste, and… read more ›
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2015 Waste Pesticide Recovery Collection Dates & Locations Set

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Aaron Wood, 803-734-2182, awood@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 25, 2015 2015 Waste Pesticide Recovery Collection Dates & Locations Set COLUMBIA, S.C. – SC Waste Pesticide Recovery Program dates and locations are set for the remainder of 2015.  The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering multiple opportunities across the state… read more ›
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Spruce Up Your Yard This Fall at the 23rd Annual Pee Dee Fall Plant & Flower Festival

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Laura Lester, 803-734-0648, llester@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 21, 2015 Spruce Up Your Yard This Fall at the 23rd Annual Pee Dee Fall Plant & Flower Festival FLORENCE, S.C. – Find everything you need to get your yard ready for fall at the 23rd annual Pee Dee Fall Plant & Flower… read more ›
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AutumnFest at the Market Returns to Greenville State Farmers Market

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Laura Lester, 803-734-0648, llester@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 15, 2015 AutumnFest at the Market Returns to Greenville State Farmers Market GREENVILLE, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is hosting the 15th annual AutumnFest at the Market on Friday and Saturday, September 25-26, from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at… read more ›
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Collection Date Set for Unwanted Pesticides at Edisto REC

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Aaron Wood, 803-734-2182, awood@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 14, 2015 Collection Date Set for Unwanted Pesticides at Edisto REC BLACKVILLE, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is partnering with Clemson University Edisto Research and Education Center (REC) to accept unwanted or unused pesticides on October 8 from 11 a.m.… read more ›
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Collection Date Set for Unwanted Pesticides

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Derek Underwood, 803-737-9702, dunder@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 11, 2015 Collection Date Set for Unwanted Pesticides YORK – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is partnering with York County Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Division to accept unwanted or unused pesticides from farmers and homeowners on Saturday, October 3 from 8… read more ›
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