Applications Available Now for SC Commissioner’s School

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 17, 2015 Applications Available Now for 2015 SC Commissioner’s School for Agriculture COLUMBIA, S.C. – Rising high school juniors and seniors can now apply for this year’s South Carolina Commissioner’s School for Agriculture (SCCSA), held at Clemson University, July 18-24,… read more ›
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South Carolina Agribusiness Has $41.7 Billion Economic Impact

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner South Carolina Agriculture and Forestry Industries Have $41.7 Billion Economic Impact Governor Haley/Commissioner Weathers cite 23% growth since 2006; Industries account for more than 212,000 jobs Columbia, S.C. (February 10, 2015) – South Carolina agriculture and forestry have grown 23 percent since 2006 to have an annual economic impact of $41.7… read more ›
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SCDA goes to SEWE in Charleston

Every week Commissioner Hugh Weathers answers questions about what’s going on with agriculture in our state with The Southern Farm Network. Check back each week to hear the latest news, or you can listen to past interviews here. read more ›
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Cook Teams Wanted for Commissioner’s BBQ Cook-off

South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner Media Contact: Meredith Atkinson, 803-734-2196, matkinson@scda.sc.gov    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 9, 2015 Cook Teams Wanted for 2015 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off & Festival COLUMBIA, S.C. – Barbeque grill masters and backyard enthusiasts are invited to compete for the State Championship Title at the 2015 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival,… read more ›
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