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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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
Many producers are faced with making several tough decisions on a daily basis. Regardless of managing a herd that is large or small, one of the decisions that must be made is whether to purchase or raise your replacement heifers. One of ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
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
Summer can be a time of fun and fellowship. Everyone who lives in Florida knows it gets very hot during the summer. We have come to expect June, July and August to be hot and humid. Just as heat can affect humans it can affect cattle. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock
Parched Plants: Planting for Drought Tolerance Once plush, springy, and verdant, leaves unfurled to collect the gift of sunlight. Leaves dancing in their daily rhythm, magically transforming sunlight to sugar, sighing softly in the twilight, ... READ MORE
Category: , Home Landscapes, Horticulture
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
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th, and if you live or work in Manatee County Florida, here is how Manatee County residents can prepare for a hurricane. Sign Up for Alert Manatee If you live or ... READ MORE
Category: , Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Building A Hurricane Supply Kit The Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1st and runs until November 30th, which means that’s it’s important to have a hurricane supply kit on hand just in case disaster strikes. Circumstances may require ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th, which means that it’s important to have an emergency supply of food just in case disaster strikes. It is recommended that you have at least a 7-day supply of food on hand, ... READ MORE
Category: , Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension