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The 2020 Grower Buyer Meetup was held indoors, but the 2021 Mash Up will be held outdoors with social distancing. In addition, the agenda has expanded to include a panel discussion, food samples, and more.   Make Connections at 2021 Grower Buyer Mash Up Distanced Event Set for March 22 By SCDA This story appears in the February 4, 2021 issue… read more ›

Left: A screenshot from McLeod Farms’ Virtual Pumpkin Field Trip, available at macspride.com/virtual-field-trips Right: Denver Downs’ pumpkin patch drew people seeking outdoor fun during COVID-19. Photo courtesy Denver Downs.   During Pandemic, Agritourism Farms Get Creative Story by Eva Moore This story appears in the December 10, 2020 issue of the South Carolina Market Bulletin. When the coronavirus pandemic struck the… read more ›

  Left: Fire Ant Farms on Johns Island grows fresh vegetables like kale, collards, specialty peppers, turnips, carrots and more. They’ve succeeded during the pandemic by selling at their local farmers market with occasional wholesale opportunities. Center: As a food hub, retailer and eatery, Swamp Rabbit Café and Grocery is a key buyer for many Upstate producers. Right: Crescent Farm… read more ›

The SC Garden Toolkit is one of many resources available for download at scfarmtoschool.com.   Hands On How SC Farm to School Teaches Kids about Food and Ag During COVID Story by Hannah Arndt This story appears in the October 15, 2020 issue of the South Carolina Market Bulletin. October is National Farm to School Month. While COVID-19 has affected the… read more ›

Hand Farm Market in Longs, South Carolina is a new member of the Certified Roadside Market Program. The market sells seasonal produce such as squash, cucumbers, watermelons, okra, collards and sweet potatoes. Courtesy photo.   On the Road Certified Roadside Market Program Brings Fresh Produce to SC Communities Story by Eva Moore This story appears in the October 1, 2020 issue… read more ›

Growing Together FarmASis Is About Fellowship, Farming Story and photos by Eva Moore This story appears in the August 6, 2020 issue of the South Carolina Market Bulletin. “We truly enjoy what we’re growing,” says Bonita Clemons. “We know it tastes different.” She’s sitting in a folding chair in a building on the grounds of Clemson University’s Sandhill Research and Education… read more ›