Penn State University Enlists HRG for its Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training Program

There’s a lot of interest in agricultural conservation practices that will improve soil health and water quality, and there’s a surge in funding to support the need. Unfortunately, there aren’t enough professionals to complete the projects right now.  That’s about to change for the better, thanks to Penn State’s Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training.

We’re helping the university develop a certification program for conservation professionals that will give them the credentials to implement best management practices (BMPs). We’ll also be working with conservation districts to support the planning, design, bidding, and construction of ambitious BMPs. The program will enhance workforce capacity and create a path for career growth and satisfaction to people who care about conservation.

This is a very important step to helping Pennsylvania reach its water quality goals and a great way to strengthen our agricultural industry at the same time.  You can learn more about the program in the university’s announcement. (Link opens in new tab.)