Saluda Soil & Water Conservation District

06/12/2026

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06/04/2026

FSA is proud to invest in the future of agriculture by offering Youth Loans to help our future farmers and ranchers finance and gain hands-on experience managing an income producing agricultural project.

To apply, you must be 10 to 20 years old and have the support of a project advisor like your 4-H club leader or FFA advisor.

Loan funds can be used to buy livestock, seed, equipment, and supplies or to purchase, rent or repair tools and equipment or pay operating expenses for the project. fsa.usda.gov/resources/loans/youth-loans

05/25/2026

Our office will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume our normal business hours tomorrow. Have a safe and wonderful Memorial Day!

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to protecting the freedoms we cherish will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends, let us remember the true meaning of this day and keep the families of our fallen heroes in our thoughts and prayers. God bless America. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

SC remains in D2-D4 drought status. Be sure to call your local Farm Service Agency about the Livestock Forage Disaster Program!
📢What It Is:
The Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP), administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA), provides financial support to livestock producers who experience grazing losses due to qualifying drought conditions or fire on federally managed rangelands during the normal grazing period. The program helps producers recover from significant forage losses and address increased feed costs resulting from disasters.
Find more information at:
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/disaster-recovery/livestock-forage-disaster-program-lfp

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

SALUDA COUNTY LAND OWNERS
The South Carolina Forestry Commission
APPLICATION PERIOD OPEN FOR HURRICANE HELENE DISASTER RELIEF BLOCK GRANT

Hurricane Helene dealt a heavy blow to forest landowners across the western part of South Carolina in September 2024. Recognizing these losses, the South Carolina Forestry Commission and the South Carolina Department of Agriculture applied for and received funds from the US Department of Agriculture to help offset a portion of these losses.

SCDA began taking applications for the SC Disaster Relief Block Grant for Helene today. The block grant is designed to help offset some of the financial losses suffered by farmers and forest landowners due to Hurricane Helene. Losses eligible for assistance include infrastructure damage, market losses, future economic losses and timber losses. The SC Forestry Commission is overseeing the timber loss aspect of this grant.

Here are the basics regarding timber loss:

Property must be located in an eligible county (see green counties in attached map).

Property must have been owned by a private landowner on September 27, 2024.

Property must contain at least 10 contiguous acres of forestland with at least 15% of the trees with significant damage (broken main stem, blown over or major crown damage).

No restoration work is required — these funds are designed to help offset financial losses. Participation in other federal programs does not impact eligibility for this grant.

Loss valuations will be carried out by consulting/registered foresters and by SCFC foresters.

Forest landowners who meet the following criteria can apply online by visiting the SCDA website at https://agriculture.sc.gov/divisions/agency-operations/grants/helene/.

For more information about the block grant, eligibility, application process and more, please visit our website at scfc.gov/management/landowner-services/hurricane-helene-timber-block-grant.

05/13/2026

🌟 SALUDA COUNTY Camp 4-H🌟

🎉 A Day of Fun, Learning, and Discovery! 🎉

📅 Date: July 14
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
👧👦 Ages: 8–12
💲 Cost: $25 per child

Join us for an exciting one-day camp designed just for Cloverbuds! Youth will explore the 5 program areas of 4-Hthrough hands-on activities, games, and interactive learning experiences.

🌱 Camp Highlights:
✨ Learn by doing
✨ Make new friends
✨ Discover new interests
✨ Explore all areas of 4-H
✨ Fun, safe, and engaging environment

📍 Location: Saluda County (Contact Extension Office for details)

Register: https://SaludaCounty4HCamp4H2026.eventbrite.com

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

🌼 Happy National Wildflower Week! 🌼

Nothing beats the simple joy of spotting wildflowers dancing in the breeze — a little reminder to slow down, breathe deep, and soak up the beauty all around us.

Who else is celebrating by getting outside this week? Drop a photo of your favorite wildflower spot below or tag a friend who needs some flower power in their day! 🌻

05/05/2026

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