South Carolina Field Update (June 22, 2026): Watermelon Season Is Here
South Carolina watermelon harvest is underway. Growers are managing increased disease pressure, insect pests, sunscald, and vascular wilt issues statewide.
Author: Rob Last
South Carolina Field Update (June 15, 2026): “Freestone” Peaches Are Coming In
Freestone peaches are now being harvested across South Carolina as disease and insect pressure continue to increase. This week’s field update covers anthracnose, gummy stem blight, cucurbit downy mildew, caterpillar outbreaks in greens, blackberry stink bug damage, and current harvest conditions 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 18, 2026): As Temperatures Rise, Insect Populations Follow Suit
South Carolina growers are seeing rising insect populations as temperatures climb into the 90s. This week’s field update covers watermelon development, peach harvest progress, strawberry decline, blackberry disorders, and increasing pest pressure across the Lowcountry, Midlands, and Upstate.
South Carolina Field Update (May 11, 2026): Insects and Disease Increase as Forecast Shows Warming Trend
Insect and disease pressure is increasing across South Carolina crops as warm temperatures and rainfall continue statewide.
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 30, 2026): Dry Weather Persists as More Growers Begin Picking Strawberries
Dry weather continues across South Carolina, but strawberry harvest is beginning and crops are developing well. Growers should prepare for upcoming rain, manage spider mites, and stay on top of disease prevention as the season progresses.
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.
South Carolina Field Update (March 16, 2025): Developing Strawberries at Risk of Frost Injury
Cold nights may threaten blooming strawberries and blueberries across South Carolina. Growers should prepare freeze protection and scout for mites and disease.
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 16, 2026
Clemson Extension’s February 16, 2026 Fruit and Vegetable Field Report highlights warming temperatures, recent rainfall, and key scouting priorities across South Carolina. Growers should monitor spider mites in strawberries, manage disease risks following wet conditions, and adjust fertility, pruning, and frost protection strategies by region.
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.