A Beginner's Guide to Water Management—Nutrients

In an ongoing quest to bridge the information gap between the scientific community and Florida's citizenry, LAKEWATCH has assembled this series of information circulars that provide a basic introduction to the terminology and concepts used in today's water management arena.

A highly diverse group of mainly aquatic, autotrophic, photosynthesizing organisms ranging from microscopic single-cell forms to multicellular forms, distinguished from vascular plants by the absence of structures such as true roots, stems, leaves and flowers. (Agrovoc)

Nutrient management is the science and practice directed to link soil, crop, weather, and hydrologic factors with cultural, irrigation, and soil and water conservation practices to achieve optimal nutrient use efficiency, crop yields, crop quality, and economic returns, while reducing off-site transport of nutrients (fertilizer) that may impact the environment.