Tag: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

As days grow shorter, your landscape naturally needs less water

by Brad Buck
November 17, 2025

Even though daily deluges of Florida’s summer rains are in the rearview mirror, your lawn still can look lush, even with less water. Irrigation accounts for more than half the average U.S. water bill, but you can preserve this precious ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: 'Skip A Week', Calibration, Deep Roots, Don Rainey, Drainage, Drought, Fall, Irrigation, Jackie Lebouitz, Julie McConnell, Laura Vásquez, Lawns, Residential, Saving, Soil, Southwest Florida Water Management Districtement District, Turfgrass, UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Water Restrictions, Winter

Don’t be Afraid of the Dark! – Benefits of Dark Skies

by Evelyn Spencer
October 28, 2025

Have you ever gone outside at night and wished you could see more stars? In the United States, 99% of the public cannot experience a natural night sky because of light pollution (Dark Sky, 2016). Light pollution is caused by inefficient ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Pgm_Sustain, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

4-H: Sea Turtles in Sarasota County

by Erin Nadel
October 20, 2025

Banner Photo Credits: UF/IFAS Photo by Camila Guillen Introduction During my internship, I had the pleasure of joining a sea turtle walk along Manasota Beach. The walk was a permitted walk. Sea turtle walks help scientists tag, measure, and ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: 4H, Pgm_4H, UF Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Local Youth: The Future of Sustainability

by Evelyn Spencer
September 23, 2025

We have the tools to build a sustainable future, what we need is the will to get it done. That's where youth organizing can be so powerful. It gives a voice to those of us who will inherit the consequences of today's decisions. It shows young ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Conservation, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Water, Youth

2025 UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability Sarasota County Internship Experience

by Erin Nadel
September 3, 2025

Are you interested in a career within the life sciences? Sustainability? Environmental education? Do you want a supportive workspace with opportunities for professional development and growth? Then an internship with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Conservation, Curriculum, Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: 4H, Environment, Intern, Pgm_4H, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Celebrating 20 Years of Sustainable Communities Workshop

by Michelle Marinangel
July 28, 2025

For 20 years, the annual Sustainable Communities Workshop (SCW) has been a day of learning and community-building, a source of inspiration for local community members with an interest in sustainability. The theme for this milestone year is “Then, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Community, Environment, Events, Local, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainabiility, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Stepping into Your Comfort Zone: How to be Sustainable Without Breaking the Bank or Your Back

by Sophia Hovis
June 25, 2025

Climate change can feel overwhelming, often leaving individuals wondering if their actions truly matter. But small, everyday choices made at home can add up to meaningful change. Keep reading to learn about what you can do to make a difference. Climate ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: Energy Conservation, Healthy Living, Pgm_Sustain, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Let moderation serve as your mantra as you savor healthy foods during the holidays

by Brad Buck
December 17, 2024

During the holiday season, you’re often surrounded by a tempting array of foods – from hearty entrees to indulgent desserts. While some are good choices, others might not be so beneficial, say University of Florida experts. “While helping ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Andrea Nikolai, Baked Goods, Cinammon, Deviled Eggs, Fruit, Health, Healthy Holiday Meals, Holiday Meals, Maria Portelos Rometo, Reduced Sugar, Skim Milk, UF/IFAS Extension Polk County, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Vanilla

National Energy Awareness Month: Bright Ideas for a More Affordable Future

by Devin Beede
October 21, 2024

The United States has celebrated National Energy Awareness Month every October since 1991, when President George H. W. Bush encouraged our country to be conscious of our nationwide energy usage. We still honor this presidential ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Climate, Conservation, Energy Efficiency, Pgm_Sustain, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Join the 2025 Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program!

by Ashley Ellis
August 2, 2024

I am delighted to announce registration is open for the 2025 Master Gardener Volunteer training program! If you're a Sarasota County resident, this is your chance to expand your horticultural knowledge, engage in meaningful community service, ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Florida Friendly, Gardening, Integrated Pest Management, IPM, Master Gardener Volunteer, Pgm_HortRes, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

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