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UF/IFAS Extension
Sarasota County

A county, state and federal partnership, we translate research into community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities related to 4-H youth development; agriculture; gardening and landscaping; natural resources; nutrition and healthy living; and sustainability.

Contact

sarasota@ifas.ufl.edu
941.861.9900
6700 Clark Road (Twin Lakes Park, Green Building)
Sarasota, Fla. 34241

Hours

Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm

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4-H Youth Development
4-h youth gather for a group photo before embarking for camp cloverleaf in 2019
Agriculture
silhouettes of two ranchers working as the sun's light fades
Gardening and Landscaping
visitors and a master gardener volunteer discuss a tiny plant at the 2022 plant sale and open house
Natural Resources
a lone sea turtle hatchling crawls across the beach toward the sea
Nutrition and Healthy Living
healthy portions of food, including a rice dish, are served onto plates
Sustainability
workers install solar panels at the uf/ifas extension sarasota county office
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Green Living Toolkit: An Essential Guide to Sustainable Living on Florida’s Suncoast
The Green Living Toolkit show the most effective solutions, curated especially for Sarasota and Manatee County residents. The toolkit connects you with local events and experts on energy, food, waste, 

03/23/2023

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National Ag Day: Growing a Climate for Tomorrow
March 21st is National Agriculture Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the men and women who produce our food, fuel and fiber. Now celebrating its 50th Anniversary, the theme for this year’s Ag Day is “Growing a Climate for Tomorrow”

03/20/2023

Youth learn about water quality, biodiversity
In today's world, it is more important than ever to provide opportunities for youth to experience the natural world. Each year, local 4th and 5th grade students participate in Learning in Florida's Environment (L

03/23/2023

March 22 is World Water Day!
March 22, 2023 is observed around the world as World Water Day! Yesterday, the Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners showed its dedication to protecting and enhancing our water resources by proclaiming March 22, 2023 to be World Water Day in Sarasota County. UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County was joined by Sarasota County Public Utilities,

03/22/2023

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    Ways to Save: Tips for in and Around Your Home
    Whether you rent or own your home, we all have bills to pay. Lots of bills, it seems

    03/15/2023

    Estudio de mitigación de la marea roja: tendremos resultados pronto
    Como agente de extensión de Florida Sea Grant, recibo muchas preguntas sobre la marea roja y solicitudes para presentar sobre este tema. El número de consultas sobre la marea roja se intensifican durante los períodos en los que se producen floraciones de algas nocivas, como ahora

    03/13/2023

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