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Learn More and Apply for an Internship with UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County!

by Samantha SligerAvatar photo
December 8, 2023

2024 Sarasota County Summer Internship applications are available! Are you interested in getting hands-on experience in your chosen field? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Intern Sarasota County is dedicated to providing ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Communications, Ecology, Intern, Internship, Natural Resources, Pgm_EcoNR, Pgm_Sustain
Closeup of Red Cedar loaded with berries.

Plants at Their Peak: Red Cedar, the Superior Holiday Evergreen!

by Forest and Ashley EllisAvatar photo
December 8, 2023

Why you should choose Native Red Cedar Over Norfolk Island Pines for a Florida-Friendly Holiday Season  As the holiday season approaches, many households eagerly purchase festive plants. One commonly purchased plant for the season is the ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Work & Life
Tags: FFL, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Horticulture, Landscape, Landscaping, Pgm_HortRes
aerial view of rural town with an array of homes surrounded by multiple farms and farmland. [credit: unsplash.com, luca j]

Becoming a Farmer (Part 5 of 7): “Dude, Where’s My Farm?

by rodneyrgreder
December 7, 2023

"There is no there there." -- Gertrude Stein, Author "Where" your farm business is located is a very important question. It matters in many ways. Like the Ashton Kutcher movie, "Dude, Where's My Car?", you don't want the location of your farm ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Farm Management, Work & Life
Tags: Ag, Agriculture, BecomingAFarmer, Business, Farm, Farm School, Grower, Pgm_Ag, Ranch, Small Farm, Small Farming
An eastern gray squirrel with a bushy tail walks from the pavement to the grass, with its body outstretched as it looks into the camera.

Stories of Gratitude for the World of Wildlife: The Eastern Gray Squirrel

by Zahir Ringgold CordesZahir Ringgold Cordes, Environmental Education and Outreach Program Assistant for UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County's Ecology and Natural Resources Program
November 29, 2023

This November, we celebrated Wildlife Wednesdays with unique stories of gratitude for the animal kingdom. All around us, niche stories of connection, triumph, cooperation, and coexistence are tucked away amongst stands of slash pine, thickets ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Conservation, Environment, Nature, Pgm_EcoNR, Stories_of_gratitude, Wildlife
Treasure Quest booklet - What Treasures Will You Find?

Treasure Quest

by Jackie Lebouitz
November 29, 2023

Hi there! My name is Ozzy the Otter, and I have some exciting news for you. Treasure Quest locations have popped up all across Sarasota County! Come play with me and learn all about what nature has to offer at your favorite park or library. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Adventure, Education, Fun, Game, Libraries, Parks, Pgm_Water, Quest, Treasure, TreasureQuest, Youth
Two red foxes rest together in a grassy field. One looks back at the camera.

Stories of Gratitude for the World of Wildlife: Foxes 

by Zahir Ringgold CordesZahir Ringgold Cordes, Environmental Education and Outreach Program Assistant for UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County's Ecology and Natural Resources Program
November 22, 2023

This November, we’re celebrating Wildlife Wednesdays with unique stories of gratitude for the animal kingdom. From pollination to pest management, follow along with this month-long blog series each Wednesday to learn why we have much to ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Agriculture, Conservation, Environment, Nature, Pgm_EcoNR, Stories_of_gratitude, Wildlife
Creeping Aster Flowers

Plants at Their Peak: Asters! A Native Mums Alternative

by Ashley Ellis and ForestAvatar photo
November 21, 2023

As the holiday season approaches, many of us eagerly anticipate the vibrant colors and festive decorations that accompany this joyous time of year. While traditional holiday flowers like mums have long been a popular choice for seasonal ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Work & Life
Tags: FFL, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Horticulture, Landscape, Landscaping, Pgm_HortRes

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