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With an annual impact of $70 billion, agriculture is vital to the state of Florida. We provide relevant and timely resources to food producers and others who need information about Florida agriculture.
Learn more about how Extension helps strengthen food systems and improve food security in Sarasota County, through the following programs:
Building a sustainable local food system that benefits the overall economy by providing the resources of the statewide Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Program for producers to successfully grow and market food and agriculture products, and by increasing community awareness of Florida agriculture
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Nov 17 This post has 12 like(s) Congratulations to our 2025 local Sustainability Champions!
The organizing committee of the 20th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop honored 9 local champions at our workshop during our 20 years celebration. Award categories included those who have impacted the local environment, community, and prosperity of our region with special designations for local youth and the inaugural recipient of our Nina Powers Legacy Award.
Alia Garrett, People
Tracie Troxler, People
Lee Amos, Planet
Megan Barry, Planet
Bill Johnson, Prosperity
Alyson Zildjian, Prosperity
Brice Claypoole, Youth Leadership
Sophia Haakman, Youth Leadership
Tim Rumage, Nina Powers Legacy Award
We also recognized all who were nominated for these honors by fellow community members and peers. Thank you to each of you for all you do to advance sustainability in our region!
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Nov 17 This post has 2 like(s) Upcoming classes and events from UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County - https://mailchi.mp/ifas/upcoming-classes-and-events-from-ufifas-extension-sarasota-county-5297945
Nov 17 This post has 3 like(s) Come see us 10a to 2p tomorrow (Nov. 15) at Deer Prairie Creek Preserve South to celebrate 25 years of Sarasota County's Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program. Enjoy guided nature walks, kayak tours, music, food, and family-friendly fun in honor of this important initiative. We hope to see you there!
If you have ever attended an EcoWalk at a Sarasota County preserve with Extension, chances are that you have enjoyed the benefits of this program, which protects sensitive ecosystems for wildlife, water quality, and recreation opportunities. 🍃 Let us know in the comments below: what's your favorite Sarasota County Preserve?
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