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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 10, 2014 AutumnFest at Greenville State Farmers Market starts September 19 COLUMBIA, S.C. –The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is hosting the 14th annual AutumnFest at the Market September 19-20 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Greenville State Farmers… read more ›

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 8, 2014 COLUMBIA, S.C. - 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 at no charge. York County is holding its… read more ›

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, Commissioner Media Contacts: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov Elizabeth Shuler, 803-734-0328, eshuler@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 8, 2014 Football Fans Invited to FREE Certified SC Grown Tailgate Sept. 13th COLUMBIA, S.C. Before the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Georgia Bulldogs meet on the gridiron, fans from both teams can show their support for… read more ›

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 8, 2014 Collection Date Set for Unwanted Pesticides COLUMBIA, S.C. - 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 at no… read more ›

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, Commissioner Monday, August 18, 2014 Media Contact: Ronnie Summers, 803-268-2481, rsummers@agsouthfc.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 18, 2014 WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture held its seventh annual Advocates of the Year Recognition Reception on August 7 to honor two individuals who have shown an exceptional commitment to supporting and promoting… read more ›

While many students are busy enjoying summer vacation, 37 high school juniors and seniors are preparing for their futures at the South Carolina Commissioner’s School for Agriculture. Students from South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia will attend this summer academic program held July 19-25 at Clemson University. read more ›