This is to register for the LBMP exam for certification. You must first watch the videos at:

Landscape BMPs Videos for the Manatee County Fertilizer Ordinance

Refunds will be granted 24 hours in advance if you are unable to attend.

As of June 1, 2012 all commercial and institutional (e.g. school, government employees) fertilizer applicators must be individually certified to apply fertilizers in Manatee County. This certification is issued to individuals holding a "Limited Certification for Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer" license issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

All other landscape maintenance professionals in Manatee County that ARE NOT applying fertilizer (other than clerical or administrative staff) must individually obtain a Landscape Certification from the Manatee County Extension Service by December 1, 2012. This certification is awarded after successful completion of Landscape Best Management Practices (Landscape BMP) training from the Manatee County Extension Service. Spanish language classes are available.

This is NOT for the fertilizer license required by the state of Florida for those who apply fertilizer.

An online Zoom link will be sent to you via email 24 hours prior to this exam. Please plan to connect on a device that has a camera and microphone. First time users need to connect 15 minutes prior to exam time. Multiple users can join from the same devise, however, each must pay the registration fee.

If you have any questions please contact Angelica Morales: morales.angelica@ufl.edu

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Michelle Atkinson (michelleatkinson@ufl.edu / 941-722-4524) at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

June 5th , 2025 Landscape Best Management Practices