Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training
The Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training (CACAT) emerged from the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) to meet a critical need for applied technical and training support in agricultural conservation. Building on that foundation, CACAT now serves the broader agricultural conservation community across Pennsylvania.
Through Extension education, technical assistance, and collaboration, CACAT supports farmers, conservation professionals, and partner organizations in planning, implementing, and sustaining effective conservation practices on working lands.
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August 7, 2026
Discover Agricultural Conservation Through the Ag Progress Days Bingo Challenge
Discover agriculture, conservation, and hands-on learning while becoming an Ag Conservation Champion!
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August 7, 2026
Enhance Your Ag Conservation Skills at Ag Progress Days
Take part in the Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training's Passport at Ag Progress Days!
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July 13, 2026
The Catalyst: A Conservation Decision Years in the Making
ACAP funding turns a long-deferred conservation decision into reality at Bridger Farm.
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July 13, 2026
More Than a Hoop Barn: One Farmer's Path to Conservation
ACAP funding helps a Crawford County sheep farmer build the infrastructure to do conservation right.
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Upcoming Training and Events
ACAP Ag Conservation Cornerstones: Safety During Farm Visits
August 20, 2026
Webinar
Soil Health 101 and No-Till Farming
August 20, 2026
Hunter Hill CSA 901 Frost Hollow Rd, Easton, PA 18040
Experience the 2026 ACAP Ag Conservation Con
September 15-17, 2026
Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex in Indiana, Pennsylvania
Conservation Planning Part 2 Training
September 28 - October 2, 2026
Scholar Hotel 205 E Beaver Ave, State College, PA 16801
Resources
ACAP Documents for Conservation Districts
For conservation district staff. Downloadable documents and templates for use in the Ag Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).
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.
Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP)
ACAP provides financial and technical assistance for the implementation of best management practices (BMPs) on agricultural operations within the Commonwealth.
Bridging the Conservation Gap for Pennsylvania Farmers
One Pennsylvania consultant's field-driven approach to helping farmers navigate conservation programs and get projects across the finish line.
CACAT Partners
