Is the landscape getting tired and sad looking? Are the plants old and outdated? Has the pruning left the plants looking tortured? Learn practices and procedures for renovating homeowners association landscaping the Florida-Friendly way. Get ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes
What would you do if basic services were cut off, like electricity or water, or if you had to suddenly leave your home? This class will offer tips and ways to prepare for unexpected disasters, such as hurricanes. Learn how to assemble an emergency ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events
Ever wondered how well manatees see underwater? Or, how much food a manatee needs daily? How long they live? How far they travel? How much do you really know about these amazing creatures? Join Armando Ubeda, Sea Grant agent with UF/IFAS ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Wildlife
With May 6-12 recognized as International Composting Week, join us to learn what UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County is doing around the region with composting, waste reduction and recycling. This 90-minute workshop blends indoor lessons with ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Work & Life
Are you frustrated by mosquitoes in your yard? Not only do mosquitoes deliver an annoying bite, but infected mosquitoes have the potential to transfer diseases to humans and animals through their bite. In this program you will learn about ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Natural Resources
Our 'Meet the Plant' Series is an introduction to plant families of important agricultural and cultural crop plants. Each month, we will discuss the natural history, center of origin, phytochemistry, and agricultural history of different species ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, EventsOur 'Meet the Plant' Series is an introduction to plant families of important agricultural and cultural crop plants. Each month, we will discuss the natural history, center of origin, phytochemistry, and agricultural history of different species ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Events
This multi-agency workshop on April 23 will feature information about and training on marine fisheries management and regulations. Register early through ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com to reserve your seat for an event with a wide range of valuable ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events
The design of houses can impact the ability of residents to stay at home as they age or following a short- or long-term disability. To better support these populations, Sarasota County has implemented a voluntary recognition program for residential ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Work & Life
If you do landscape maintenance for hire, on private or commercial properties, and wish to apply pesticides (including Roundup), this six-hour training class is required to obtain the Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance (LCLM) license (commonly ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture, Pests & Disease