Farm City Week Agriculture Tour Tour Date and TimesNovember 16, 2012Tour #1:  8am - 4pmTour #2:  9am - 5pm$40.00 = Limited SeatingLunch and snacks provided  Credit cards or checks will be accepted.  Click "order now" at the top of the page to pay by credit card.Click "other payment options" to pay by check. Come join us as we tour four agricultural operations in Manatee County.  Visit these local agriculturists' websites listed below for further information.  There may be opportunities to purchase items at certain stops.                                   Dakin Dairy:  learn the process of pasteurization and bottling of fresh milk by touring this dairy farm's milk bottling facility and parlor. (http://www.dakindairyfarms.com) Char-O-Lot Ranch:  tour this full service equine facility that includes a breeding program, raising Appaloosa horses, horse care, and training. (http://www.charolotranch.com)Lunch:  enjoy your boxed lunch while we learn about the largest preserve in Manatee County from the Duette Preserve's Ranger.Gary Reeder Tomato Farm:  tomato is "king" in Manatee County!  Tour tomato fields and learn from the 2008 Outstanding Agriculturist, local grower, and supplier for West Coast Tomato, Mr. Gary Reeder about tomato production and issues faced by the local tomato growers. (www.westcoasttomato.com)Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery:  walk the path of the grape from the vine to the fermenting room to the wine cave. (http://bunkerhillvineyard.com) To optimize your tour, please follow these pointers:  wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and clothing for variable temperatures.  These are working farms; you may experience rough terrain. Parking:  Upon arriving at the Agriculture and Extension Office (1303 - 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL), please use the fairground entrance on 14th Avenue West across from Church on the Rock.  Do NOT park at the main office. PLEASE ARRIVE NO EARLIER THAN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR DEPARTURE TIME.  BUSES WILL LEAVE PROMPTLY AT DEPARTURE TIMES. Enjoy your agricultural tour!                                                                                              Bus Tour 1 (8am-4pm) 40.00 Bus Tour 2 (9am - 5pm) 40.00