May 29th, 2025
Carnes Crossroads Launches SC’s Largest Agrihood
Original article appears on The Berkeley Observer >
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. – Farm life just got a modern upgrade in Goose Creek. Recently, more than 3,000 people turned out to celebrate the grand opening of Carnes Crossroads’ new Agrihood—the largest of its kind in South Carolina.
The event gave residents and guests a sneak peek at the working farm, children’s garden, and farm store, all just steps from their homes. The Agrihood is more than a pretty patch of vegetables—it’s a full-on lifestyle. Residents can grow, buy, and eat local produce, while also enjoying new amenities like a resort-style pool and water slide, clubhouse, wellness center, sports court, and a 9-mile trail system.
Leading the charge is Farm Director Christopher Burtt, a horticulture expert with more than a decade of experience. Under his guidance, Carnes is cultivating more than crops—it’s growing a community focused on healthy, sustainable living.
“Every day, I work with the Carnes Crossroads community to promote healthy eating and a better understanding of where our food comes from,” said Burtt. “Through memorable experiences at the working farm, farm store, and wellness and recreational amenities, we hope residents cultivate a thriving social atmosphere within Carnes Crossroads’ growing community.”