How Aquatic Plants Help Reduce Erosion in Stormwater Ponds Stormwater ponds play a critical role in managing runoff, improving water quality, and preventing flooding. These ponds are designed to capture rainwater, allowing it to slowly infiltrate ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
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
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
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
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
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
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, Natural Resources, Water
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
41st Annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival: The Cortez Kind are Getting Ready to Party with a Purpose! Every February for the past four decades, people have gathered in one of Florida’s last true fishing villages to celebrate the cultural ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Events, Water, Work & Life
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