Agritourism
Agritourism includes agriculture-based activities that bring people to farms, ranches or other agricultural settings.
Certified Roadside Markets
Established in 1972, the program identifies high-quality farm stands and roadside markets.
Certified SC
The program is a cooperative effort among producers, processors, wholesalers, retailers, and the South Carolina Department of Agriculture to brand and promote South Carolina products.
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
Here are the basics: a farmer offers a certain number of “shares” to the public. Typically the share consists of a box of vegetables, but other farm products may be included.
Farmers Markets
Looking for fresh, heathy, tasty ingredients for dinner tonight? Visit a market in your community.
Fresh on the Menu
Fresh on the Menu restaurants source at least 25% of their ingredients from South Carolina. That means when you’re dining out, you know you’re supporting local farms and farmers.
Homegrown By Heroes
This distinctive label helps consumers easily identify products that were locally grown or raised by a U.S. military veteran.
Specialty Foods
The South Carolina Specialty Food Association promotes value-added food products such as barbecue sauce, baked goods, jams and jellies, dairy products, and candy.
About Agriculture in SC
How many farms are in our state? Where do we rank nationally in fruit and produce production? Find these answers and many more.