Across Florida, TNC is promoting the 4R Nutrient Stewardship program to educate farmers about a sustainable and effective way to maximize crop yields while keeping nutrients out of Florida’s fresh waters and estuaries. The program provides a framework for farmers to apply fertilizer by the 4Rs—right source, right rate, right time and right place. In 2025, fourth-generation family-owned Lipman Family Farms—the largest producer of fresh-market, open-field tomatoes in the U.S.—earned national recognition for its leadership as a 4R Advocate. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the farm produces a sustainable, bountiful harvest while improving and protecting water quality.

Activity: Farm tour, up to 1-mile walking

Cost: $15 per person
Fee is non-refundable and includes lunch and shuttle transportation around farm.

Meeting Location: We will gather at Collier-Seminole State Park (20200 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34114). From there, a shuttle bus will take us to the farm located just 3 miles northwest of the state park. We will return to the park for lunch after our farm tour. 

Additional Information: Exact times will be confirmed in trip details shared approximately one month prior. In the event of severe weather, we will try to schedule an alternate date.

To allow more members the opportunity to participate, please limit your registration in this series to two in-person field trips per person. If you are interested in attending additional field trips, contact [email protected]. If space is available, we may be able to offer you the opportunity to join another trip.