New Center for Agricultural Assistance Training

October 2023

A multiagency agreement has formally created a new Center for Agriculture Conservation Assistance Training. The mission of the Center is to help farmers, ag landowners, and conservation professionals implement best practices, ensure the health of land and water in our communities, and leverage funding and partnerships.

 The Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training at Penn State Extension was formed in 2023 along with partners at the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission (SCC) and the Pennsylvania State Office of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Funding for the center is provided through the state Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).

The Center for Agriculture Conservation Assistance Training will increase capacity to implement such programs and train technicians across government agencies and the private sector to meet consistent quality standards.