Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Certifications for Landscape Professionals
Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) Training
The Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMP) training provides science-based, environmentally responsible landscaping practices that help protect Florida’s water resources.
Under Florida law, commercial fertilizer applicators are required to hold a Limited Fertilizer Applicator Certification (LF license) issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) (s. 482.1562, F.S.). To obtain this certification, applicators must complete GI-BMP training and receive a certificate of completion from UF/IFAS and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
GI-BMP training is required for fertilizer applicators and is also valuable for:
- Lawn care and landscape professionals
- Pest control operators
- Landscape designers
- Property managers
- Government and municipal staff
- Anyone involved in landscape maintenance or management
Completing GI-BMP training ensures professionals are using best practices that support healthy landscapes while conserving and protecting Florida’s natural resources.
For more information, visit UF/IFAS GI-BMP website: https://gibmp.ifas.ufl.edu/
To inquire about upcoming GI-BMP or FFLCP trainings in St. Johns County, e-mail Terra Freeman: terraf@ufl.edu
Programs are available upon request and can be conducted at your place of business or in our office. To inquire about or request a program for your landscape company or organization, e-mail Terra Freeman: terraf@ufl.edu
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Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Certified Professional (FFLCP)
The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program offers the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Certified Professional (FFLCP) designation to individuals who have completed required training in Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles and are knowledgeable about current UF/IFAS recommendations.
FFLCPs are trained to identify and address common landscape challenges using environmentally sustainable management practices. Their expertise helps protect Florida’s water resources while supporting healthy, resilient landscapes that align with Florida’s unique environmental conditions.
To learn more about this program, visit UF/IFAS FFLCP website: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/ffl-and-you/ffl-professional-certification/
Programs are available upon request and can be conducted at your place of business or in our office. To inquire about or request a program for your landscape company or organization, e-mail Terra Freeman: terraf@ufl.edu
Pesticide License Exam Trainings and CEUs for Lawn and Landscape Professionals
UF/IFAS Extension provides training opportunities to help Florida lawn and landscape professionals prepare for pesticide licensing exams and maintain their certifications. We offer pesticide exam preparation classes and continuing education opportunities (CEUs) for a variety of pesticide licenses, including Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance (LCLM), Limited Lawn & Ornamental (LLO), and Commercial Ornamental & Turf (O&T).
Check our upcoming classes and programs for pesticide exam preparation and CEU opportunities: Events
For additional information about pesticide testing see our page: Pesticide Applicator Information