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Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Farmers and growers in South Carolina are slated to get some instruction on the state's labor rules and regulations.

Friday, March 22, 2013  People with a skill at their grill have a chance to show off.

Monday, February 11, 2013  Teams are invited to sign up for the South Carolina Department of Agriculture's Smokin' at the Market Commissioners Cup BBQ Cook Off.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  The S.C. Department of Agriculture is asking legislators for $14.4 million to own a bigger share of the State Farmers Market.

Friday, January 04, 2013  The State Farmers Market is giving the community a way to recycle Christmas trees.

Friday, October 26, 2012  With Halloween approaching, the State Farmers Market is offering kids a way to get geared up.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  South Carolina's agricultural agency has found another way to promote the State Farmers Market after losing $1 million from the state budget.

Thursday, September 27, 2012  People from across South Carolina have gathered to discuss how to improve access to supermarkets and grocery stores.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  South Carolina's chief accountant says there's no money for nearly $15 million worth of projects approved in the state budget.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  Shoppers can shop online at the market's website in advance, choose the produce they'd like, and then pick up their fresh fruit and vegetables at the market on Wednesday.

Saturday, July 14, 2012  It's peach season, and South Carolina is celebrating the fuzzy fruit.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Farmers' markets are at a high point in popularity throughout the nation, according to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.  They also offer food, often at a discount from the price of other retail outlets.

Friday, June 01, 2012  The Town of Lexington will again host a farmers market every Saturday throughout the summer and into the fall.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  The Commissioner's Cup BBQ Cook-off winners were announced Tuesday.

Friday, March 23, 2012  The Commissioner's Cup barbecue cook-off gets started Friday at the State Farmers Market in West Columbia