SC Commissioner Weathers: SCDA Taking on Milk Regulation, Restaurant Inspections
Today we’re talking about some new duties that will be take over by the SC Department of Agriculture. I’ve been telling people we’re “The Food Agency,” and this is part…
SC Commissioner Weathers: Veterans Day
This is a day we honor military veterans for their service to our country. Nationwide, there are more than 370,000 producers with military experience. That’s nearly 11 percent of all…
SC Commissioner Weathers: State of the SC Ports
The South Carolina Ports have a major impact on the state. Commissioner Weather is here to tell us about it. A few weeks ago I was in Charleston for the…
SC Commissioner Weathers: Sunbelt Ag Expo Recap
The Sunbelt Ag Expo is an agricultural-based trade show held at Spence Field in Moultrie, Ga. Known as “North America’s Premier Farm Show”® the annual event has more than 1200 exhibitors showcasing…
SC Commissioner Weathers: Fall Crop Update
This time of year is an important time for row crops in South Carolina, so we are checking in with Commissioner Weathers about how things are looking. Yes, Mike. Things…
SC Commissioner Weathers: Fall Plant and Flower Festivals
It’s fall, and that means it’s time for the annual fall plant and flower festivals hosted by the SC Department of Agriculture. Commissioner Hugh Weathers is here to tell us…
NFU Stands in Strong Support of Right to Repair Bill
National Farmers Union welcomed legislation introduced this week in the House of Representatives that would ensure farmers can access what they need to repair equipment. Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez introduced…
SC Commissioner Weathers: SEPC Southern Innovations Trade Show in Charlotte
The Southeast Produce Council held an event in Charlotte North Carolina over the weekend. Tell us about it, Commissioner. The Southeast Produce Council holds an annual fall trade show and…
SC Commissioner Weathers: NASDA Meeting This Week
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Commissioner Weathers is there. NASDA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association that represents the elected and appointed…