Soils Unit
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The Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Service Soils Unit, in partnership with the NRCS/USDA and the Manatee River Soil & Water Conservation District, assists Manatee County's land owners with conserving their soil, water and other natural resources. The majority of conservation application is accomplished with local partners. Local, state and federal agencies and policy makers also rely on our expertise. We deliver technical assistance based on sound science, suited to a customer's specific needs. Cost shares and financial incentives are available in some cases. Participation in our program is voluntary.
Conservation Assistance
Farm Bill Financial Assistance, National Resource Conservation Service, Conservation Technical Assistance, Environmental Quality Assistance Program, Conservation Stewardship Program, Longleaf Pine Initiative, Contact Information
Manatee River Soil and Water District
Envirothon, Speech Contest, Land Judging, Spring Farm Tour, Newsletter, Board Information, Aerial Maps, Contact Information
Events
Calendar of Events
UF/IFAS receives $1 million grant to explore automation in nursery industry
Imagine a future where nursery growers can effortlessly manage their plants...
UF/IFAS crop contest promotes innovation by removing risk
A 2022 USDA survey of American farms categorized 69% as “high risk,”...
November 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector
Recap of November 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector This month we...
RESOURCES
- FL NRCS