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  1. Training for Ag Conservation Professionals is Offered Across Pennsylvania. Image Credit: Jennifer Fetter, Penn State
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    Upcoming Training and Events for Ag Conservationists
    Date Posted 9/13/2024
    Check back often for the most current list of virtual and in-person training events from Penn State and partners in ag conservation excellence.
  2. New ag conservation professionals in a pasture management training.  Photo credit: Erin Trouba
    Articles
    Careers in Ag Conservation
    The agricultural conservation sector is surging with job opportunities as Pennsylvania implements environmental best management practices on farms. Here are a few of the jobs available to build a career in ag conservation.
  3. Training for New Ag Conservation Professionals.  Photo credit: Erin Trouba
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    Looking for and Finding Jobs in Ag Conservation
    New career opportunities within the growing field of agricultural conservation are being announced. Here are a few places where you can start your search for these positions.
  4. Brad Kunsman joined the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in March 2024.
    News
    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Brad Kunsman to the Team
    Date Posted 7/10/2024
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new staff to the team in spring of 2024.
  5. Justin Kozak joined the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in May 2024
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    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Justin Kozak to the Team
    Date Posted 6/7/2024
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new staff to the team in spring of 2024.
  6. Photo credit: USDA NRCS
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    ACAP Prevailing Wage Frequently Asked Questions and Flow Chart
    Date Posted 4/15/2024
    Two new resources have been approved that will assist landowners and conservation professionals to navigate prevailing wage requirements as they are applied under the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).
  7. Elaine Hinrichs joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in March 2024
    News
    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Elaine Hinrichs to the Team
    Date Posted 3/22/2024
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new staff to the team in spring of 2024.
  8. Dana Flowers joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in February 2024
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    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Dana Flowers to the Team
    Date Posted 2/9/2024
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new educators and staff to the team in winter/spring 2024.
  9. Becoming NRCS Certified Technical Service Provider (TSP): An Overview
    Webinars

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    Becoming NRCS Certified Technical Service Provider (TSP): An Overview
    When Watch Now
    Length 1 hour
    Recorded Jan 24, 2024
    Event Format On-Demand | Recorded
    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.
  10. Credit: Tioga County Conservation District
    Articles
    Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program Bidding Requirements and Resources
    By Jacob Tomlinson
    Two new resources have been approved that will assist landowners and conservation professionals to navigate bidding requirements as they are applied under the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).
  11. Stay on Top of Updates! Image Credit: Chris Canfield, Penn State
    News
    Are You Looking for ACAP Documents?
    Date Posted 12/7/2023
    Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) documents for Conservation Districts can be found under resources and programs on the Center webpage.
  12. ACAP Reporting Tool
    ACAP Reporting Tool
    The ACAP GIS reporting tool is a spatial database used to catalog in progress and completed conservation best management practices funded by ACAP.
  13. Genny Christ joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in October 2023
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    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Genevieve Christ to the Team
    Date Posted 10/17/2023
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new educators and staff to the team in fall of 2023.
  14. Erin Trouba joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in Autumn 2023
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    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Erin Trouba to the Team
    Date Posted 10/17/2023
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new educators and staff to the team in fall of 2023.
  15. Chris Canfield joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in September 2023
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    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Chris Canfield to the Team
    Date Posted 10/3/2023
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new educators and staff to the team in fall of 2023.
  16. Jake Tomlinson joins the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training in September 2023
    News
    Center for Ag Conservation Welcomes Jake Tomlinson to the Team
    Date Posted 9/22/2023
    Penn State Extension and the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) are excited to welcome new educators and staff to the team in fall of 2023.
  17. Grant Writing: How to Find Funds and Write a Winning Proposal
    Online Courses

    $99.00

    Grant Writing: How to Find Funds and Write a Winning Proposal
    Sections 4
    Length 4 hours
    Write a successful grant proposal. Learn about the grant review process, organizational missions, and public and private funding sources.