Category: Conservation

Save Water and Protect Your Landscape

by Michelle Atkinson
September 9, 2024

Why You Should Turn Off Your Irrigation System During the Rainy Season Water is a precious resource, and how we manage it is crucial for both the environment and our finances. One of the most effective ways to conserve water is by turning ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: FFL, Healthy Landscape, Irrigation, Save Water, Water Conservation, Water Conservation Landscape

Conservation Awards Presented at Year End Banquets

by Gail Somodi
June 12, 2024

Conservation Awards At the end of each school year, the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD) sponsors a Conservation Award for one student from each FFA or 4-H chapter who participated in one of the board’s events. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Conservation, Soil And Water Conservation District

Spring Farm Tour 2024

by Gail Somodi
March 18, 2024

The Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District Spring Farm Tour brought over ninety participants in two charter buses to several agricultural operations in the Manatee County. Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District board ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Agriculture, Farm Tour, Soil And Water Conservation District

2024 Manatee County Land Judging Competition

by Gail Somodi
February 26, 2024

The 63rd annual Manatee County Land Judging competition, sponsored by the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD), was held on February 22nd at Duette Preserve. Fifty-three students answered a variety of questions concerning ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Conservation
Tags: 4-H, Land Judging, NRCS

Manasota Regional Envirothon 2024

by Gail Somodi
January 26, 2024

At the annual Manasota Regional Envirothon held yesterday, 115 students on 23 teams representing seven Manatee and Sarasota County high schools competed at Oscar Scherer State Park in Osprey. The Envirothon is an outdoor environmental team competition ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Envirothon, Soil And Water Conservation District, Soils

Having a problem with your pond? You are not alone.

by Michelle Atkinson
October 30, 2023

Ponds can be a serene and beautiful addition to any landscape, providing a habitat for wildlife and a peaceful spot for relaxation. However, like any other part of your property, ponds can encounter their fair share of problems. Three of the ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Pond, Stormwater Pond, Water Quality

Conservation Awards Presented at Year End 4-H and FFA Banquets

by Gail Somodi
June 20, 2023

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Conservation, Natural Resources, Water

Manatee County Land Judging Competitors Excel at State Contest

by Gail Somodi
April 27, 2023

The 62nd annual Manatee County Land Judging competition, sponsored by the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District, was held in late February near the Quattlebaum house at the Lake Manatee Water Treatment Plant. Forty six students ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Conservation, Natural Resources

Manasota Regional Envirothon 2023

by Gail Somodi
February 8, 2023

At the annual Manasota Regional Envirothon held in early February, over 140 students on 26 teams representing eight Manatee and Sarasota County high schools competed at Oscar Scherer State Park in Osprey. The Envirothon is an outdoor environmental ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Events, Forests, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Envirothon, Soil And Water Conservation District, Soils

Online Resource for Water Conservation

by Maggie Gaughan
December 6, 2022

Splash into new online irrigation and landscape resources with the UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension's Mobile Irrigation Lab site! This site is intended to serve as a resource hub for landscape, irrigation and water conservation information. ... READ MORE

Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Irrigation, Landscaping, Microirrigation, Mobile Irrigation Lab, Rebate Program, Water Conservation

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