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🗳️ Early voting starts today! Make your voice heard and cast your ballot. Every vote matters. Find your early voting location at SCVotes.gov.
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October 19, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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We paused LISTENING to LEARN with SC restaurant owners about food safety regulations at @sc.agriculture’s forum in Charleston. PROTECTING South Carolinians is my priority!

Now get out and vote! Early voting starts today.

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October 19, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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It's not all work and no play! Today was Opening Day and Ag/SC Farm Bureau Day at the South Carolina State Fair!

It was awesome getting to know so many beautiful people! Remember: EARLY VOTING STARTS IN 4 DAYS! OCT 19TH!

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October 16, 2026 at 2:09 AM
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Next stop: Aiken County! 🚜

We’re heading to the South Aiken Farmers Market at McCurley Farms this Saturday for a meet and greet! Stop by, say hello, and share what’s on your mind. We’d love to see y’all there!

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October 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Next stop ON THE TRAIL: Anderson County! 🚜

The Growing Together Tour rolls on this Wednesday at 6PM! Come on out, share your thoughts on the future of South Carolina agriculture, and be part of the conversation. We hope to see you there!

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October 11, 2026 at 11:05 PM
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Florence District 1 runs its own Ag Education & Classroom Kitchen. Teaching discipline, hard work, & the value of curiosity.

This is a shining example of how Agriculture & Education work together. I plan to support many more of these statewide if elected.

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October 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Pictures from today’s SC Ag Council Fall tour! Grateful to Carolina Plantation for showing the group that we CAN grow and process our food in SC!

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October 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Did you know that the Dept. of Ag is responsible for the food safety too? Thank you to Elliott’s BBQ for hosting the Ag Council Tour for lunch!

Early voting starts Oct 19th!

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October 8, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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Next stop ON THE TRAIL: Marlboro County!

Join us today for a listening session and be part of the conversation on the issues shaping agriculture and rural communities.

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September 28, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Another great stop 'ON THE TRAIL' at the Georgetown County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. 🌾

Hearing directly from farmers about what they need is essential to building a stronger future for South Carolina agriculture. 🚜

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September 25, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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The best part of being on the trail is connecting with South Carolinians, hearing their stories, and having real conversations about the issues that matter to their families, businesses, and communities. 🚜🌾

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September 24, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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From grocery stores to food trucks, safe food matters. The Commissioner of Agriculture oversees inspections of 24,000+ retail food establishments statewide, protecting consumers & supporting local businesses. 🚚🌮

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September 23, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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Today we celebrate the hard work that keeps our families, farms, businesses, & communities moving forward.

Wishing everyone a safe & happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

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September 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Looking forward to another week on the trail! Come on out & join us! 🌾

To learn more & support our campaign, visit www.blandingforsc.com

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September 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Our farmers have spent generations building a legacy worth protecting. Protecting that legacy means understanding the responsibility that comes with the decisions affecting the people who grow, raise, and produce our food.

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September 4, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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If the goal is to make beef more affordable for families, we have to make sure ranchers aren’t the ones footing the bill.

The farmer and the grocery shopper are on the same side, & our food system should work for both.

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August 26, 2026 at 5:45 PM
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My statement on the recent decision to import foreign beef. Stay tuned for a full video!

Visit blandingforsc.com to learn more or donate if you support us!

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August 26, 2026 at 1:15 PM
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We are proud to be endorsed by Rep. Hamilton Grant of District 79 (Richland County). As your Commissioner, working with our legislators in the General Assembly is CRUCIAL to getting it done for South Carolinians!

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July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Manning and Clarendon Friends! Join us on Friday, July 31 at 6:30 PM for our General Election Kickoff Cookout at Land, Parker, and Welch law firm!

Come out and meet your HOMEGROWN candidate!

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July 18, 2026 at 4:15 PM