UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County recognized its volunteers at the annual volunteer appreciation party held at Selby Public Library. Over 70 of the 240 Extension volunteers attended the brunch and represented the 4-H, Community Garden, Energy Upgrade, Natural Resources,… Read More
If you’ve come by our office recently or met us in the community, chances are you have seen some new faces. That’s because we’ve added some staff to better serve you, and we thought you might like to… Read More
By JACK PAYNE Senior vice president, UF Agriculture and Natural Resources The Sarasota you love is changing. Residents arriving. Concern about red tide and water quality rising. Green space shrinking. A heavier lift for the low-income to make… Read More
Enjoy the taste of homemade jams and preserves from your own fruit, with our Jan. 24 “Canning Strawberry Preserves and Freezer Jams” class. This one-hour class will teach the basics of making and canning fruit preserves and jams…. Read More
Learn how the use of rain barrels can conserve water, save money by reducing the use of potable water in landscapes (lower utility bills), and reduce stormwater runoff by storing and diverting runoff from impervious surfaces (like roofs)…. Read More
Many people fear snakes, but did you know that they are actually very beneficial animals? Join us Jan. 18 for our free “Florida Snakes” class to learn an array of fascinating facts about these often-misunderstood creatures. So, how… Read More
Are you involved in maintaining lawn, landscape, pest control, or municipal grounds areas. If so, our Jan. 22 “Green Industries Best Management Practices” (BMP) class is for you. BMPs focus on reducing non-point source pollution resulting from fertilizer… Read More
Circle Oct. 13 on your calendars so you don’t miss the chance to get great plants and advice for your landscape and to learn how Sarasota County Extension can help you. The 13th Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale… Read More
We are sorry for any inconvenience, but the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County office at Twin Lakes Park will be closed Wednesday (July 25) for staff training. Our Plant Clinic help desk located in the Extension office, and staffed… Read More
SARASOTA COUNTY – Lee Hayes Byron has accepted a conditional offer to become the new director of Sarasota County UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability, it was announced Wednesday. Byron has served with Sarasota County Government since 2005, starting her career as… Read More
