Hydroponic Production Methods: A Comparative Overview of Basic Systems-Part 1 Hydroponic farming or growing plants without soil is a transformative agricultural practice. These systems enable growers to produce food efficiently, utilizing ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension,
Ah, the humble hog, nature’s generous provider of deliciousness. From snout to tail, this animal offers a staggering variety of cuts, as illustrated in the Market Hog Cuts and Percentages infographic below. However, before we dive into the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension,
Visitors are welcome at the UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County Office in Palmetto on weekdays, but that’s not the only place you’ll find us! We at Extension pride ourselves on being available all over the county, meeting our community where ... READ MORE
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The UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County office is service-orientated. Our main goal is to enhance the wellbeing and economic opportunities for residents, both in the agricultural industry and out, through research-based information. Check out our ... READ MORE
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Purchasing a market steer at an auction or fair can be a rewarding experience, but many buyers wonder exactly how much meat they will receive from the processor. Understanding the journey from live steer to packaged cuts of meat is helpful in ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Events, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Do you know the difference between a watch, a warning and an advisory? Whether you are a new resident to an area or an established one, it’s important to know the terminology that the government agencies will use to communicate information ... READ MORE
Category: , Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Spring and summer is the time of year many ranchers look into reestablishing their pastures or establishing new ones. The temperatures are warm and hopefully we have moisture coming our way. Before making the jump into renovating a pasture ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
Agriculture has always played a vital role in Manatee County’s economy. With more than 220,000 acres of land dedicated to agriculture production, its economic impact, which is estimated to be about $500 million, is only second to tourism. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Livestock, UF/IFAS Extension
With many Americans working longer hours, working side jobs, commuting back to the office, and getting busier in general, people are looking for ways to make their lives easier. This need for convenience has led to a significant increase in ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Change is the only inevitability. We see it echoed in the metamorphosis of insects, the too-quick growth of our children, the gray in our hair. From one moment to the next, the cells that comprise our bodies are shifting, changing, dying, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension