Agriculture Commission of SC

The Agriculture Commission of South Carolina was created in 1978 primarily to oversee the administration of the South Carolina Agricultural Commodities Marketing Act.  The Agriculture Commission is responsible for issuance, amendment, or termination of marketing agreements or orders to produce the intended effects of the Act.  The Agriculture Commission maintains the required records, issues notices, conducts hearings, and ensures that all growers have the opportunity to participate in referendums.

The Chairman of the Agriculture Commission is appointed by and serves coterminous with the Governor. One member is appointed by the legislative delegation from each judicial circuit. Representation on the Agriculture Commission is rotated among the counties of the circuit except by unanimous consent of all members of the legislative delegation representing the circuit.  The Chairman of the House and of the Senate Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environmental Affairs Committees and the Commissioner of Agriculture all serve as Ex Officio members.

2024 Meetings

The Agriculture Commission of South Carolina meets the 2^nd Monday of the 2^nd month of the quarter. These meeting dates are subject to change. Meeting locations are in South Carolina.

Upcoming Meeting

November 13, 2024
10:00 am
Buddy Jennings Commodity Training Facility
350 Ballard Court, West Columbia, SC
 

Past Meeting Minutes

• February 12, 2024
• May 15, 2024
• August 12, 2024

SC Agricultural Commission Members