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  1. Conservation Cornerstone: Pennsylvania Ag Plans
    Webinars

    Free

    Conservation Cornerstone: Pennsylvania Ag Plans
    When 09/24/2024
    Length 1 hour
    Join Conservation Cornerstone, a webinar series for agri pros starting their conservation journey. Explore basics like ag literacy, tech skills, etiquette, with peer Q&A.
  2. Conservation Cornerstone: ABC's of Agricultural Conservation
    Webinars

    Free

    Conservation Cornerstone: ABC's of Agricultural Conservation
    When 08/27/2024
    Length 1 hour
    New ag conservation professionals will learn key topics and terminology, and engage in peer Q&A. Ideal for ACAP and conservation financial assistance program associates.
  3. Conservation Cornerstone Series: Working With Plain Sect Farmers
    Webinars

    Free

    Conservation Cornerstone Series: Working With Plain Sect Farmers
    When 10/29/2024
    Length 1 hour
    New to agricultural conservation? Our series covers conservation fundamentals. Join us for a webinar dedicated to the conservation practices of Plain Sect farmers.
  4. Karis Tressel, farmer, at one of the installed hydrants. Photo Credit: Dana Flowers
    Articles
    From SoCal to So Many Cows!
    By Dana Flowers, M.S.
    A conservation success story for a Washington County farm which utilized ACAP funding to implement agricultural best management practices.
  5. Forested riparian buffer. Photo: Matt Kofroth, Lancaster County Conservation District
    Videos
    Growing Great Buffers
    By Jennifer R Fetter
    Growing Great Buffers is a series of short, helpful videos that describe step-by-step maintenance tasks needed for newly planted riparian buffers.
  6. Integrating Grazing into Cropping Systems
    Articles
    Integrating Grazing into Cropping Systems
    By David Hartman
    Benefits of integrating livestock grazing into cropping systems are becoming clearer. There are many challenges that need to be addressed to increase the chance of success with both enterprises.
  7. Credit: Jake Tomlinson
    Articles
    Streambank Stabilization and Stream Crossings
    By Jacob Tomlinson
    Have you noticed an eroding streambank on your property? Learn about options for stabilizing eroding streambanks and the help available for planning and funding these types of projects.
  8. Photo Credit: Cheryl Burns, Capital RC&D
    Articles
    Climate Smart Agriculture and Conservation Practices
    By Genevieve Christ
    Climate Smart Agriculture and Conservation Practices are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing carbon sequestration, reducing soil erosion and nutrient runoff, and saving farmers money.
  9. ACAP Ag Conservation Con
    Conferences

    ACAP Ag Conservation Con
    Length 3 Days
    Refine your agriculture conservation expertise: Stay informed, sharpen skills, adapt to changes, master resource identification, and strengthen farmer relations—all in one conference.
  10. Dairy cows crossing a stream
    Articles
    Stream Crossings
    By Jacob Tomlinson
    A Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training article about stream crossings, including information about benefits, design and maintenance, and cost, aimed at conservation professionals, ag landowners, and farmers.
  11. Streambank Stabilization and Stream Crossings on Farms
    Webinars

    Free

    Streambank Stabilization and Stream Crossings on Farms
    When Watch Now
    Length 1 hour
    Recorded Mar 11, 2024
    Join us to learn various options for stabilizing eroding streambanks, including design considerations, techniques, permitting requirements, and available technical assistance and financial resources.
  12. Understanding Forest "Regeneration"
    Videos
    Understanding Forest "Regeneration"
    By Sanford S. Smith, Ph.D.
    Length 2:30
    Forest "Regeneration" is an important word to know. It has two meanings that are related but different. It is a process observed by looking down in the woods, and it is the future forest.
  13. Photo Credit: Michael Houtz, Penn State
    News
    Conservation Success Story Series - Part 2
    Date Posted 2/2/2024
    The implementation of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) is occurring across Pennsylvania. This series will feature stories of BMPs across the commonwealth.
  14. Becoming NRCS Certified Technical Service Provider (TSP): An Overview
    Webinars

    Free

    Becoming NRCS Certified Technical Service Provider (TSP): An Overview
    When Watch Now
    Length 1 hour
    Recorded Jan 24, 2024
    Learn about the USDA's NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP) Program, encompassing its benefits, opportunities, private lands financial assistance, and the application process with qualification details.
  15. This Japanese barberry was treated in the spring using a basal bark herbicide application. Note the red oak seedling that was not harmed.
    Articles
    Control Invasive Shrubs in Spring with Basal Bark Herbicide Applications
    By David R. Jackson
    Basal bark herbicide applications are targeted treatments you can make in spring to effectively control numerous invasive shrub species.
  16. Photo Credit: Gordon Harkins, Penn State
    News
    Conservation Success Story Series
    Date Posted 1/23/2024
    The implementation of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) is occurring across Pennsylvania. This series will feature stories of BMPs across the commonwealth.
  17. Photo: Jenn Fetter, Penn State
    Articles
    Repairing My Stream: Do I Need a Permit?
    By Jennifer R Fetter
    Having a stream in your yard can be a beautiful addition to your property. It can also be a source of frustration and confusion when things aren't going well.
  18. Stockpile grazing caused puddling. Image Credit: S. Duiker, Penn State Extension
    Articles
    Stockpile Grazing and Soil Health
    By Guojie Wang, Sjoerd Willem Duiker, Ph.D., CCA
    If managed well, stockpile grazing can significantly increase livestock production profitability and conserve or improve soil health.
  19. Cattle grazing in a field. By grazing a diversity of forages you can lengthen the grazing season, improve pasture production, and improve soil health.
    Articles
    Maximize Grazing and Improving Soil Health
    By Sjoerd Willem Duiker, Ph.D., CCA
    Grazing can be an excellent option to feed animals and by using some key principles you can maximize forage production and grazing season while improving soil health.
  20. Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) Administration Training
    Workshops

    Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) Administration Training
    Length 6 hours
    Join us for a comprehensive training program that covers all aspects of administering ACAP, including the requirements outlined in the ACAP legislation and guidelines.
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