Athletic Sports Fields Best Management Practices Training

The Best Management Practices (BMPs) focus on maintaining high-quality playing surfaces while protecting Florida’s water resources from nutrient runoff and leaching.

• Nutrient Management: Staff are required to follow specific fertilization rules, such as those established by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
• Irrigation Efficiency: Includes practices for water conservation and managing soil moisture to prevent excessive drainage into groundwater.
• Soil Testing: Managers are encouraged to perform regular soil tests (e.g., Mehlich-3) to determine actual nutrient needs rather than applying fertilizer on a set schedule.

• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Prioritizes non-chemical methods for controlling pests and diseases before relying on pesticides.

Resources

• The full provides technical details on drainage, turf selection, and fertilization.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension Office - Kendrick Auditorium, 1303 17th St W, Palmetto, United States

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