Clemson Extension Services - Hampton County

10/13/2026

UPDATE:
Phones and Internet have been restored to the Clemson Ext Hampton County office. Thanks for your understanding

‼️Attention Clients‼️
The phones and internet are currently down at the Hampton Extension office.

We do not have a projected time for restoration. We apologize for any inconvenience.

09/17/2026

Yellow Legged Hornet (Invasive Insect Pest)
Town Hall Meeting in Beaufort SC
Friday, September 25, 2026 4:30 - 6 pm

09/16/2026

Woods in Your Backyard workshop on October 23 at the Blue Heron Nature Center in Ridgeland. Details in flyer below.

08/31/2026

On behalf of Michelle Altman, you're invited to join a Community Gathering: “Data, Dialogue, and Direction.” The event is hosted by the Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition Team and the Healthy Options Program.
During the event, we’ll share findings from the 2024–2025 community survey and hear your thoughts about what the results mean for Hampton County. We would truly value your perspective and hope you can join us! Hope to see you there!

08/28/2026

We're Hiring for a 4-H position to cover Barnwell, Bamberg and Allendale Counties.

🍀 NOW HIRING: Barnwell, Bamberg & Allendale 4-H Agent! ✨
Do you enjoy working with young people and making a positive impact in your community? Clemson Cooperative Extension is seeking a 4-H Agent to serve youth and families in Bamberg, Barnwell, and Allendale Counties. Follow the link below to apply today!

📅 Apply by September 11th!
🔗Link below 👇
https://clemson.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/Clemson_Careers/job/BARNWELL-SC/Barnwell--Bamberg--and-Allendale-4-H-Agent_JR-10534

08/25/2026

The South Carolina Cooperative Extension Livestock & Forages Program is hosting a Livestock and Forages Short Course. What a great opportunity for beginning farmers and 4-H members! Sign up today!

08/21/2026

Interested in learning about backyard poultry flock management?

Join Clemson Cooperative Extension Agent Nicole Correa and Poultry Specialists Dr. Julie Helm and Dr. Michelle Hall for a beginner backyard workshop series. Both sessions will be held at the Clemson Livestock and Poultry Health Office located at 500 Clemson Rd. in Columbia. Registration for each class is $95 and includes a flash drive containing all information presented in the workshop. Lunch will be provided for participants. Space is limited.

Beginning Workshop Backyard Flock
Friday, September 11, 2026, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beginning-workshop-backyard-flock-tickets-1998359280402?aff=oddtdtcreator
Topics include:
Pest management, egg production, meat production, predator control, marketing opportunities, egg & meat sales off and on the farm, and vaccination and pest management.

Backyard Flock Health
Friday, September 25, 2026, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flock-health-backyard-flock-tickets-1998360615395?aff=oddtdtcreator

Topics include:
Poultry anatomy, common diseases, parasites, and necropsy.

For more information, contact Nicole Correa at [email protected]

Registration is required.

08/07/2026

Hello beekeeping enthusiasts!

Registration for the 2026 BASICS OF BEEKEEPING HYBRID COURSE is now live. Class begins September 15th.

Details about this year’s course are in the attached flyer. You can also learn more and register through our Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-basics-of-beekeeping-hybrid-course-tickets-1996816670414?aff=oddtdtcreator

This course is designed to give new and experienced beekeepers the knowledge needed to be self-sustaining beekeepers in the modern era. Whether you intend to keep bees as a business or a hobby, this course will prepare you with the solid foundation every beekeeper must master to be successful. This course combines lectures, reading assignments, and field days in working bee yards to build necessary skills and help new beekeepers get comfortable working with these amazing creatures. Experienced beekeepers also will benefit from the updated information about honey bee health and pest management.

08/06/2026

The Sunny Side of Summer - https://mailchi.mp/e4e5ac6c1459/clemson-extension-hampton-county-newsletter-10153211

08/03/2026

🌾🐂 We're excited to introduce our new Livestock & Forages Agent, Garrett Ulmer!

Garrett will serve Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, & Jasper counties. We look forward to the knowledge, energy, and support he will bring to our local agricultural community. Learn more about Garrett here ➡️ https://blogs.clemson.edu/savannahvalley/welcome-garrett-ulmer/