South Carolina Field Update (August 17, 2026): Triple-Digit Temps Expected as Strawberry Prep Begins
South Carolina growers face triple-digit heat while monitoring pests, harvesting summer crops, and preparing fall vegetables and strawberry fields.
Author: Sarah Oswald Scott
South Carolina Field Update (July 27, 2026): Fall Planting Has Begun
Fall vegetable planting is underway across South Carolina despite continued hot, dry weather. This week’s field report covers disease pressure, cucumber beetles, peach harvest, irrigation challenges, and the latest observations from Extension specialists across the state.
South Carolina Field Update (June 1, 2026): More Rain, More Disease, Lots to Harvest
Heavy rainfall across South Carolina has increased disease pressure and created challenging field conditions, including flooding and saturated soils. Growers should maintain fungicide programs and closely scout cucurbits for downy mildew as peaches, blueberries, watermelons, tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, squash, and other crops enter peak harvest season.
South Carolina Field Update (May 4, 2026): Finally, Some Rain!
South Carolina growers finally received much-needed rainfall, but increased disease pressure is expected this week. Early peach harvest has begun, while strawberries and blueberries continue producing. Growers should monitor pests like cucumber beetles in watermelon and adjust spray programs as conditions change.
South Carolina Field Update (April 20, 2026): Near-Record Heat Brings Sun Scalding Issues In Strawberries
Near-record heat and dry conditions are impacting strawberry production across South Carolina, with widespread sunscald and ongoing pest pressure. Powdery mildew, spider mites, and irrigation challenges are key concerns for growers this week. Regional reports offer practical management tips as harvest continues.
South Carolina Field Update (April 13, 2026): Insects Are Up, Disease Is Down As Drought Continues
Dry conditions persist across South Carolina. Insects are increasing, disease pressure remains low, and powdery mildew is emerging in crops.
South Carolina Field Update (March 23, 2026): Cold Damage Being Assessed as Strawberry Harvest Begins
Cold damage is being assessed across SC as strawberry harvest begins. See regional updates and key grower tips for this week.
SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – March 2, 2026
Warm weather and recent rain are accelerating crop growth across South Carolina, with strawberry tissue sampling, peach bloom, blueberry bloom, and disease scouting underway.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – February 23, 2026
Cold weather returns across South Carolina as strawberries, blueberries, and peaches develop. Growers monitor pests, protect blooms, and manage wind and disease pressure.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – February 9, 2026
Strawberry and peach growers across South Carolina are assessing cold damage, removing row covers, and preparing for fertilization as warmer weather returns. This week’s field report includes regional updates on chill hours, disease scouting, fertigation timing, and early-season crop management.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – January 26, 2026
Cold weather, ice, and frost protection dominate this week’s South Carolina fruit and vegetable field report, with regional updates on strawberries, blueberries, pruning, and winter crop management.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – January 20, 2026
South Carolina growers’ weekly field report featuring regional updates on strawberries, cold weather impacts, pests, diseases, and winter crop management.