Penn State Center For Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training Hosts April 16 Webinar On Cover Crops And Conservation

Those interested in learning how cover crops can support conservation efforts can attend an upcoming webinar from the Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training, administered by Penn State Extension. 

“ACAP Conservation Cornerstones: Cover Crops and Conservation” will occur from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. April 16. 

This webinar is aimed at conservation professionals supporting the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program, often referred to as ACAP, and cover crops, and farmers and agricultural producers interested in learning more about cover crops and the program. 

This webinar will provide an overview of how cover crops are implemented through the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program to improve soil health and water quality. 

Participants will learn how the practice aligns with standards from the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission, including eligibility, documentation and conservation outcome considerations. 

The Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training at Penn State Extension is made possible by funding through the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program, which is administered by the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission. 

Penn State Extension offers this event at no charge, but registration by April 15 is required to receive the link to access the webinar.  

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within 10 business days after the live event. Participants can access the recording for six months from the event date. 

Who is this for?

-- Conservation professionals supporting ACAP and cover crop implementation

-- Farmers and agricultural producers interested in learning more about cover crops and the ACAP program

What will you learn?

-- Explain how cover crops align with ACAP goals

-- Identify eligibility and documentation requirements

-- Apply practice standards for successful implementation

-- Avoid common compliance and payment issues

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training webpage to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

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[Posted: March 9, 2026]  PA Environment Digest