Helping South Carolina Grow
Clemson Extension offers research-based horticulture training and technical assistance to school and community gardens throughout South Carolina. Find helpful resources and learn more about our online courses where participants learn valuable horticulture skills to enhance and grow their school and community-based garden projects.
Training Opportunities
School Gardening for SC Educators teaches participants the basic horticulture skills necessary to start and maintain a school garden.
Bee A Friend to Pollinators introduces educators to the world of pollinators in the southeaster U.S. and how they can contribute to pollinator conservation.
Cultivating Communities teaches community gardeners the necessary knowledge and skills to create and sustain a successful garden.
SC Farm to School Summit
Clemson Extension School and Community Gardening co-hosted the SC Farm to School Summit with the SC Department of Education and the SC Department of Agriculture on February 21, 2025. Educators, farmers, nutrition service staff, elected officials, extension agents, master gardeners, and community organizations from across the state and beyond came together to "Bridge the Gap from Farm to School".
From sharing resources to making valuable connections, attendees left feeling inspired and empowered to create and sustain Farm to School initiatives in their schools and communities. Thank you to everyone who attended and took the time to participate and prioritize the students you work with and the communities you serve! A huge thank you to our partners and sponsors who helped make the event even more special with amazing grab bags and a Farmers Market for all attendees. Check out the highlights from this event in this recap video!
