When the Soils Unit/Manatee County Extension Service hears about important tools that may be of use to our community, we like to share them with you. Here is a link to a recent USDA blog about the release of the updated SoilWeb smartphone application. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources
Dr. Lakesh Sharma has joined the UF/IFAS Soil and Water Sciences Department as an Assistant Professor of Soil Fertility and Sustainable Nutrient Management. We asked him to tell us about his background and future plans. What are your research ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Do you dream of a small farm side hustle to test your business savvy and open up your financial opportunities for the future? UF/IFAS Extension has just the guide for you! The Florida Direct Marketing Handbook is an 88 page full color ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, UF/IFAS Extension
As the Baby Boomer generation ages, they are drinking less wine due to health reasons. So too, with the Millennial's. Their generation has continued a trend that is focused on healthy food and less alcohol. Cider, Sangria & Wine Cocktails ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Events, Relationships & Family, , Work & LifeOne of the more popular décor trends in home designs is that of the ‘farmer’s market décor’. It includes painted metal or wood signs, galvanized aluminum wash tubs, wooden crates, chalkboards and potted plants. In whole, it creates ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture
Heat stress can be a major concern for outdoor workers, especially during the summer months. Heat stress can result in heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat rashes. Heat rash and cramps are the mildest forms of heat stress. Heat ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Cattle ranching has been a pillar in the American community since its founding, but ranching isn't just about the beef. Nearly 620,000 ranching operations occupy 337 million acres in the US Cattle pastures account for every 1 in 5 acres of ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
What is an acceptable value for leasing land? Many agriculture producers rely on leased land to produce their product. The USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service provides data based on regions, states, and counties. This information ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock