By Blake Jackson
The Resilience Coordinated Agricultural Project (RCAP) is a joint initiative focused on research, education, extension, and outreach to strengthen the resilience of agricultural systems.
Its primary goal is to identify adaptive production and economic strategies that help farmers manage the impacts of climate change and market volatility.
The project also promotes the use of perennial crops, diversified farming systems, and the integration of livestock with forage and crop production to improve sustainability from field to whole-farm levels.
This spring, RCAP is inviting farmers and ranchers involved in row crops, forages, fruits, vegetables, livestock, or agroforestry to take part in its network. All information shared by participants will remain strictly confidential.
To qualify, producers must generate at least $1,000 annually from agricultural sales. Participants are required to complete a detailed survey covering their 2024 farming practices, yields, and inputs, which typically takes one to two hours.
They will also receive a complimentary soil testing kit to collect and mail a spring 2026 sample.
In return, participants will receive a Visa gift card, a free soil health report, and the opportunity to support advancements in agricultural practices. The survey deadline is April 30, 2026.
For more information, visit https://ag-resilience.org/.
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Categories: Pennsylvania, Crops, Education