If you are a food enthusiasts seeking fresh and flavorful produce, look no further than right here in Collier County. Our county is home to 12 vibrant farmer's markets that showcase a diverse array of locally grown fruits, vegetables, artisanal ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
What do you think about during this time of year? Early winter may carry different associations for some: post-holiday fatigue or relief; another abrupt change in pace at home or at work; or that familiar determination to fulfill a New Year's ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Home Management, Work & Life
This last year, Sarasota County Sustainability turned bold ambition into action and action into impact. Our ambition is fueled by our purpose — we recognize the interconnection between sustainability and equity and act to comprehensively address ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Work & Life
2024 Sarasota County Summer Internship applications are available! Are you interested in getting hands-on experience in your chosen field? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Intern Sarasota County is dedicated to providing ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Wildlife, Work & Life
As we embark on a new year, many choose a goal to focus on or a new year’s resolution. It might be to lose weight, be more active, eat healthier, but how about getting enough sleep? Did you know that 1 in 3 adults do not get the recommended ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Urban agriculture is growing food on a small-scale, using venues such as small rooftops, balcony gardens, community grounds, small urban farms and even empty lots of land. While experts tout the benefits of urban agriculture as a ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
The Geomatics lab analyses a wide range of big data sources, including social media, online reviews, citizen science platforms, news channels, online searches, crowdsourced drone and street imagery, and collaborative mapping platforms to explore ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Work & Life
By Rebekah Heppner, Pinellas County Master Gardener Volunteer What the heck is Ethnobotany? Good question. Ethnobotany refers to the scientific study (like botany, get it?) of how people (that’s the ethno part) have traditionally used plants ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Gone are the days when the most mischief a teenager could stir up with a phone was limited to making prank calls. The current digital landscape, with its myriad of online platforms, has ushered in a host of undesired behaviors that can have ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Relationships & Family, Work & Life