Published By Denise Attaway

Clemson master's student Shelley Lovern uses a voltage tester to test a center pivot irrigation system at the Clemson Piedmont REC's Simpson Research Farm.

Irrigation safety and lightning

It’s summer, farming is in full swing, as are thunderstorms and lightning. For farmers who irrigate, Clemson Extension agents say spending a few extra bucks can help save a life or prevent permanent disabilities.Lightning...

Clemson University scientists are conducting research to determine if beneficial microorganisms from ruderal plants - weeds - can help corn become more drought-tolerant.

Roots of native grasses may hold key to growing crops in drier climates

Drought can cause issues for grain crops and three Clemson University scientists are working to get to the root of the problem.The scientists believe crops have a lesson or two to learn from their weedy...

Clemson University researchers are conducting research to improve sustainability of the Southeast’s peach production, focusing on bacterial canker and bacterial spot diseases.

Grant helps Clemson researchers fight peach bacterial diseases, support underserved producers

Much like people, peaches also enjoy the mild climate of the southeastern United States. Sadly, so do pests and diseases, namely bacterial diseases.A Clemson University team, with the help of a grant from...

Soil pH is measured in the Clemson Agricultural Service Lab using an AS-3000 Dual pH Analyzer.

Clemson web apps calculate soil pH to help growers increase profits, reduce costs

Growers across the southern United States are planting spring crops and many have lime on their minds.Lime is a very important soil amendment used to grow crops. To help ensure the correct amount is applied...

As fertilizer prices increase, Clemson nutrient management specialist Bhupinder Farmaha encourages growers to precisely manage inputs and set realistic goals this year.

Current fertilizer prices call for precise input management

Fertilizers claim much of the input costs for growing crops and a Clemson University specialist says that, especially with today’s fertilizer prices, precise input management is important.Bhupinder Farmaha,...

The Clemson Extension Precision Agriculture group has developed two new soil fertility calculators to help growers maximize their fertilizer dollars.

Clemson apps calculate fertilizer blends to save growers money

Spring crops are going in the ground and fertilizer prices are skyrocketing.To help ease the sting of costs on growers, the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service Precision Agriculture group has...

The peach industry is a major contributor to the South Carolina economy.

Using nanocrystals as peach bud ‘baby blankets’

The Palmetto State is home to some of the best peaches in the southeastern United States.But pleasing the palate is not the only role peaches play in South Carolina. The peach industry also is a major contributor...

Clemson online class teaches Farming Foundations

South Carolina residents looking to build their farm businesses can now learn what they need to start with a firm foundation thanks to an online class from Clemson Extension.Farming Foundations is a free...

Clemson releases MyIPM for Row Crops app

Farmers have a new tool this year to help identify and defeat diseases and pests in their row crops. A MyIPM for Row Crops app was developed at Clemson University in collaboration with specialists from...

Program provides health checks for center pivot irrigation systems

Center pivot irrigation is gaining popularity as a primary water distribution method used on South Carolina farms and Clemson Extension has a new program to help producers get the most out of their investments.The...