Clemson University Invasive Species Program

We are a month out from the South Carolina Beekeeper Conference at Furman University (July 16-18). Come by and see us. Our very own Apiary Inspection Program Coordinator, Brad Cavin, will be the keynote speaker, giving a Yellow-Legged Hornet talk on Thursday evening! Registration information can be found in our bio under Helpful Links.

Learn how to identify, report, and stop the spread of Asian longhorn beetle and yellow-legged hornet in South Carolina's Lowcountry.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/invasive-insects-in-the-lowcountry-registration-1989676763761?aff=oddtdtcreator

Springtime yard cleanup? Woody debris can harbor deadly tree pests. Burn or dispose of it locally to prevent the spread of pests! 🪵🔥😎

Please help us find and remove Yellow-legged Hornets in South Carolina

Clemson officials urge South Carolina public to stay vigilant in the fight against invasive hornets Officials are asking the public in South Carolina to continue their vigilance by using the Yellow-legged Hornet Reporting Tool to focus on reporting sightings in areas of the state where the insect has not yet been found.

Wildlife rely on healthy forests. Healthy forests rely on us to make smart choices. Smart choices look like keeping firewood local to prevent the spread of invasive tree pests 🪵🔥
Learn more: https://www.dontmovefirewood.org/hunters-and-anglers-can-help-protect-forest-health/

Our sister agency is hiring!

Please share .... Position #'s 110356 and 110357.

Apply at this link: https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

Are you a Clemson student looking for an internship this Fall/Summer? Check out our upcoming positions with the Invasive Species Program, University Department of Pesticide Regulation, and Clemson University Agricultural Service Laboratory . These positions are offered through Clemson's UPIC Program. Position openings and contact info are listed below:

Department of Pesticide Regulation:
Part-time Pesticide Regulation Intern (Summer 2026)
Part-time Pesticide Regulation Intern (Fall 2026)
Contact [email protected]

Invasive Species Program:
Full-time Outreach Intern (Summer 2026)
Contact [email protected]

Agricultural Service Laboratory:
Part-time Agricultural Service Lab Intern (Fall 2026)
Contact [email protected]

Attention everyone! We are officially one month away from the annual Hemlock festival! Come by for creative vendors, food trucks, and forest fun! Swing by our table at the event to learn more about regulated invasive species in South Carolina.