Author: Justin Ballew

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report November 15, 2021

Nov 17, 2021 | In the Garden

We are currently evaluating the SC Grower site to determine any necessary updates or upgrades to better serve our viewers. To help with this, we would love to have your feedback. This quick...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 8, 2021

Nov 11, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “It feels like winter showed up this past week with cold, windy, gloomy days. Most, if not all of our strawberries have been planted. With the cool weather...

Managing Fire Ants in the Vegetable Garden

Nov 4, 2021 | Fruits & Vegetables, In the Garden, Vegetables

Fire ants can damage vegetable crops and disrupt gardens. This guide outlines how to manage infestations using baits, mound treatments, and safe insecticides tailored for vegetable gardens.

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 25, 2021

Oct 27, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had a nice week of weather last week and are getting some rain this morning (10/25). Strawberry plants are arriving, and growers will be busy putting in...

SC FRUIT AND VEGETABLE FIELD REPORT OCTOBER 18, 2021

Oct 22, 2021 | In the Garden

Midlands Justin Ballew reports, “We had beautiful sunny weather last week that really helped dry things out. Strawberry transplants are due in this week and growers will start getting them in...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 11, 2021

Oct 13, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “We are progressing well with preparations for strawberry planting. Some plants are due to be delivered this week. Remember, if fumigants have been used, check to...

Crop Rotation

Oct 13, 2021 | Fruits & Vegetables, Vegetables

Discover how crop rotation can improve soil health and prevent pests in your garden.

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 4, 2021

Oct 5, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had near perfect conditions for working in the fields this week compared to past weeks. Muscadine harvest is near complete, and watermelons are beginning to...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report September 27, 2021

Sep 29, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We have had plenty of rain as of late in the Lowcountry. Many growers could not get in the fields due to fields being soggy. We have some beautiful weather...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report September 20, 2021

Sep 22, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Fall cucurbit crops, including cantaloupes and watermelons, are ripening and approaching harvest. Disease pressure from powdery mildew and gummy stem blight...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – September 13, 2021

Sep 17, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had a heavy downpour of rain last week, surpassing 2.5 inches in some spots. I am seeing downy mildew in cucumbers and lots of gummy stem blight in...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Update September 7, 2021

Sep 8, 2021 | In the Garden

Midlands Update Justin Ballew reports, “We’re getting a little dry here in the midlands, and folks have been running irrigation a lot. Last night (9/6), we got a shower at my house, but...