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Crist Declares Pollinator Week

Governor Charlie Crist declared June 21-27, 2010 Pollinator Week in the State of Florida. More...

22nd Annual Rare Fruit Tree Sale

Vendors from across the state will be selling thousands of fruit trees and edible plants at the... More...

 

Reducing Our Dependancy on Oil

The recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has the makings of an enormous environmental disaster. More...

Hurricane Season Begins

Updated hurricane information on our website including a new presentation on everything you wanted to know about Hurricane Shutters... More...

Upcoming Ranbarrel Workshops

The next Rainbarrel Workshop is coming up on July 17.. More...

Step by Step Training Summer Schedule

UF/IFAS Sarasota County Extension to offer Step by Step Florida-Friendly Landscaping(tm) Training. More...

New Website for Current Information on the Gulf Oil Spill

The Sea Grant Programs are maintaining a new web site . More....

Free Soil and Tissue Testing

...opportunity for livestock producers with established bahiagrass in Sarasota County... More...

A Fish Tale

This article was recently printed in the New York Times about a patient with a mystery illness after eating baracuda in ... More...

Small Farms Conference, Jul 31 & Aug 1, 2010

Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference, Online registration & agenda information is now open. More...

Time to Vaccinate Your Equine

Charles H. Bronson today reminded horse owners to get their animals vaccinated for mosquito borne diseases. More...

4-H Win at the Florida State Fair

Our Sarasota County 4-H Club, Animal Crackers, won First Place in the.. More...

Pinellis County 4-H Launches Interactive Website

The need for science, engineering, and technology education is essential for today’s young people. More...

Care about our children's school lunch?

Learn how you can help to improve your child's school lunch program and support the Farm to School Program of Sarasota County.  More...

Students compete in nature know-how

Though rain put a damper on a field trip to the park, it was all part of the lesson plan. More than 100 students... More...

SRQKids4Health.org

This new website connects Sarasota County parents, students, teachers and administrators to resources, tools, ideas and best practices for healthier schools and  a healthier lifestyle. More...

2010 Small Farms Conference

Florida's first statewide Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference was such a success, organizers are making plans for a second event.. More...

Master Gardener Help Desk in the News

Horticulture Agent Patricia Porchey talks to ABC News Channel 40 regarding the cold weather and our plants. More...

Updated for 2009 Taxes: Incentives for Home Energy Improvements

Updated just in time for your 2009 Tax return preparation, Green Yields Green, a presentation about tax credits. More...

File Your Taxes for Free

The IRS Free File service provides free federal income tax return preparation and electronic filing for all taxpayers. More...

A Walk in the Park

A New Website By the Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau makes Discovering Sarasota County’s Natural Assets a “Walk in the Park”. More...

Internet Security: How to Protect Yourself from Existing Threats

Extension is offering a class on Internet Security in March. Protect your personal information... More....

Beware of Debt Settlement Trap

New tips from warn that using a debt settlement company could be a trap.. More...

Water is the New Oil

Without a lot of fanfare, there has been a shift in the tide. Constituents are taking a more holistic approach to water. More...

UF/IFAS Sarasota County Extension 2009 Annual Report

Read it here! More...

Need CEUs?

Manatee County offering 2010 IFAS CEU day. Earn CEUs... More...

Sign up for Conservation Stewardship Program

Applications Will Be Accepted Through June 11, 2010. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that producers nationwide are invited to apply... More...

Upcoming Vineyard Trellis Installation Workshop

Apr 20, 2010, at FL Native Plants Nursery. $10 (workshop only); or $32 (workshop plus FGGA 1 year membership) More...

April 12-13th Florida Food Summit

Come learn about sustainability in Florida  food systems  at the Florida Food Summit of the University of Florida.  More...

Florida Grazing Workshop

Ranchers, from all over Florida, will present their problems and challenges at the Florida Grazing Lands Coalition grazing workshop... More...

Local Nutrition Classes

Local community health advocates are adding some spice to National Nutrition Month with three different events.. More...

Record Fish Kills

Record fish kills result from January 2010 freezes in Florida.  For further information read this update from the UF/IFAS Extension... More...

Sarasota Among the FL Counties Declared Disasters For January

The USDA has designated 60 Florida counties as primary natural disaster areas.. More...

Artic Cold Front Brings Below-Freezing Temps To Florida

Record breaking low temperatures are in the forecast for Florida. What do you do about plants and animals outside? More...

Thunderstorm Safety

There is no safe place outside in a thunderstorm. Plan ahead to avoid this dangerous situation! If you’re outside and
hear thunder, More...

Protect Your Plants During Cold Weather

Our Urban Horticulture Agent has written two articles on protecting your plants during cold weather. More...

Consumer Guide to Whole Animal Buying Available

Consumers interested in buying local beef or pork will want to take a look at a new publication created by the Iowa State Extension.. More...

Local Foodshed Programs Create Marketing Opportunities

You’re probably familiar with the term “watershed,” which refers to a geographic area in which all surface waters flow toward a common location. More...

Living Green: Water

Water is the essential ingrediant for many aspects of daily life. This on-line learning experience will discuss water, it's uses, and how we can conserve this invaluable resource. More...

How Local Government Initiatives Can Support Local Farms

Consumers who want to support local farms can “vote with their dollars” and buy locally produced items at farmers’markets, grocery stores and restaurants. More...

Chinese Drywall Alert!

LSU AgCenter offices can expect an increasing number of calls regarding Chinese drywall. More...

Palm Disease Update

Find out more about this threat to Florida Palms. More...

Local Foodshed Programs Create Marketing Opportunities

You’re probably familiar with the term “watershed,” which refers to a geographic area in which all surface waters flow toward a common location. More...

Oh No! Love Bug Season Again

Lovebugs are what we term a "nuisance pest." They are actually little flies related to gnats. They are a real bother but do not bite, sting... More...

UF/IFAS Sarasota County Extension 2008 Annual Report

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Podcasts and Videos

A collection of videos, podcasts, and PSAs (Public Service Announcements) from UF/IFAS Extension. More...

All Stressed Out?

Hillsborough County Extension has a free on-line Stress Management Workshop. Check it out!.  More...

Managing in Tough Times

To successfully manage your finances and enjoy a comfortable life during tough economic times, it is important to be aware and in control of your assets. More...

Tips for Containing Swine Flu and More

Good information brought to you every month by the Sarasota County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Newsletter. May topics include swine flu, hurricane preparation, Cholesteral...More...

1.3 Million Available for Organic Growers

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida announces over $1.3 Million in funding... More...

Important Florida Driver's License Information

As of September 1, 2009, Florida driver license renewal is going up to $48. The present cost is $20. More...

Vineyard Management and Amateur Wine Making Basics- October 31, 2009

Wine Making Workshop - Agenda and Registration information. More...

2009 Master Gardener Plant Sale

It's that time of the year again! The Master Gardeners are having their 5th Annual Plant Sale. More...

2009 FL Small Farm and Alternative Conference

On the weekend of August 1-2, 2009 IFAS Conferences held the first ever Florida Small Farms Conference in Kissimmee. The conference was a rousing success ..  More...

UF/IFAS Sarasota County Extension 2008 Annual Report

Read it here! More...

Managing Your Credit Cards During the Holidays

The Federal Reserve wants to help you use your credit cards wisely as you shop for the holidays. More...

Upcoming Agroterrorism Course

The Florida Department of Agriculture is once again partnering to bring the Homeland Security Certified Agroterrorism Courses to Florida. More... 

 

 

 

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