WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The Wayne Conservation District will manage the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) in the county for active farm operations. 

The program is a chance for farmers to install soil and water conservation practices that benefit both the environment and farm management. 

Applications are due to the district office by Tuesday, April 30 at 4:30 p.m., and an on-farm pre-application meeting with district staff is required. 

The Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) was created through the Clean Streams Fund established by the FY2022-2023 Pennsylvania State Budge. ACAP provides financial and technical assistance for the implementation of best management practices on agricultural operations within the commonwealth. The state conservation commission administers ACAP, and local implementation is delegated to participating conservation districts.

ACAP was dedicated $154 million from the Clean Streams Fund to reduce non-point source (NPS) pollution in commonwealth streams, rivers and waterbodies.

To schedule a pre-application meeting, call Jamie or Zach at 570/253-0930. 

To learn more, review the eligibility requirements and obtain the application, visit www.wayneconservation.com/993/Agriculture-Conservation-Assistance-Prog.