A Beginner's Guide to Water Management—Nutrients

Release Date: 3/17/2026

DOI: 10.32473/EDIS-FA079-2000

Natural Resources

Abstract

Nutrients are substances required by all organisms for growth, and they are found in every aquatic system. Nutrients are also the object of much discussion by lake management professionals and the general public who are concerned about the influence nutrients sometimes have on the growth of algae and/or aquatic plants in lakes. Written for the lay public, this information circular is an ideal reference booklet for students and/or professionals interested in water management. First published Aug. 2000.

About this Publication

This document, CIR 102, is the second of a series of information circulars dedicated to familiarizing citizens with the language and techniques used by those involved in water management within the state of Florida. First printed in January 2000. This is the second edition, published in August 2000. Reviewed by Mark Hoyer June 2020. Printed copies are available through the UF/IFAS Extension and/or from the LAKEWATCH program itself. However, they may also be downloaded by visting the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu or the Florida LAKEWATCH website at http://lakewatch.ifas.ufl.edu.