The purpose of this award program is to recognize individuals, businesses, and community associations that are committed to conserving water resources and protecting the environment utilizing Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. Winning ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Water
On May 30, seventh-grade students from Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology braved bands of heavy rain to plant smooth cordgrass along the shoreline of Linda Pedersen Park. With their eager work ethic, they were able to plant everything ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
June 1st starts the Nitrogen restrictive season. No nitrogen applications allowed until September 30th please see the Manatee County Fertilizer Ordinance for more information. Applications of fertilizer that has an analysis (N-P-K) on ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Turf, Water
Its time to remember to do your part to manage mosquitoes on your property. Take time to look for standing water and dump it. Clean out your gutters. Purchase UF research-backed mosquito repellents. Infographic Poster @ IFASBooks ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
The rainy season is upon us in central Florida. And when it rains, it pours. On average, we get over 7 inches of rain in the month of June. Where does all this rain go? What if we could capture some of it and use it during dry times? According ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Perhaps the most well-known function of estuaries, such as Charlotte Harbor, is their role as nursery grounds for growing fish, shrimp and shellfish. Very few marine species spawn in estuaries, but estuaries are used extensively as nursery grounds. Most ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Join us for our second annual recreational scalloping seminar! At this seminar, attendees with learn how to make scallop Gyotaku, about scallop biology, management, boating safety, and changes to the upcoming season in Pasco and Hernando ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water
Results are in from the State Envirothon held at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park near Gainesville last month, and both of our local teams received a category recognition. ‘Green is the New Black’ from Manatee High School-Advisor Pat Zalo ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Forests, Livestock, Water, Wildlife
"On World Oceans Day, people around our blue planet celebrate and honor the ocean, which connects us all. Get together with your family, friends, community, and the planet to start creating a better future. Working together, we can and will ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water
One of the joys of fishing is eating the fish you catch, but you may find your catch doesn't taste as fresh as expected. Fish must be handled properly or they will spoil quickly. In addition to disappointing taste, fish stored or processed improperly ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife