Allegheny County Conservation District

Looking for funding to support your farm? Join ACCD on August 19 to learn how USDA programs and financial assistance can help urban growers succeed. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gGdXb4EV

What's happening to Nine Mile Run during the Commercial Street Bridge construction? Learn how Upstream Pittsburgh is working with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to preserve the waterway and prevent pollution. https://lnkd.in/eZHUDrQU

As heavy rains and strong storms impact Pittsburgh, experts at Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory and Westmoreland Conservation District discuss why flooding is worsening and how watershed-scale planning can help protect our communities https://lnkd.in/eyPXtJHk

REAP funding is available for Pennsylvania farmers. 🌾 The Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Program helps farmers and landowners invest in conservation by providing Pennsylvania tax credits for eligible projects and equipment. Pennsylvania preserved farms can apply now during an early application period. All other eligible farms may begin applying August 1. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Final application deadline: October 30, 2026. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d35yA-xC Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

Urban agriculture grows more than food. It grows stronger, healthier communities. 🌿 Across Allegheny County, dedicated growers are transforming vacant lots, restoring lead contaminated soil, expanding access to fresh food, and creating neighborhoods that thrive. During #PAUrbanAgWeek, ACCD was honored to welcome Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding to tour Soil Sisters Plant Nursery, Hilltop Urban Farm, Mayfly Market, and Oasis Farm & Fishery, each showcasing the inspiring work of local farmers. “We’re lucky to live and work in a state that understands the tremendous positive impacts of urban farming and makes regular efforts to shine a light on talented growers,” says Karlin Lamberto, ACCD Deputy Director. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gf8GJgqg

Come out Saturday, July 11 to Construction Junction for Allegheny County Conservation District's Free Soil Lead Screening Pop Up Event from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM! If you garden, farm, care for community green spaces, or are revitalizing vacant lots, this is a great opportunity to have your soil screened for lead at no cost. Testing your soil is an important first step toward creating safer, healthier outdoor spaces. 🍦 Plus, enjoy free Millie's Ice Cream from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM while supplies last! 🌱 While you're there, be sure to stop inside and check out the Responsible Wood Products we have available for purchase. Each piece is crafted from locally sourced urban wood, giving trees a second life while supporting our mission. Learn how to collect, prepare, and label your soil sample before the event at https://lnkd.in/e7mbdxAS. #SoilTesting #HealthySoil #FreeEvent #GreenSpaces

This Fourth of July, explore local. 🌿 Whether you're hiking, paddling, fishing, or enjoying a picnic, Allegheny County's greenspaces and parks offer countless ways to connect with nature. Swipe through to discover four hidden gems where conservation is helping landscapes thrive. Find more projects near you: https://lnkd.in/emX6uzrA

Healthy rivers support recreation, wildlife, and our communities. What determines whether our waterways are safe for swimming? Researchers from Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory explain what influences river conditions and why it matters.

A new City of Pittsburgh proposal would expand potential uses for city-owned land, making it possible to garden in city parks. Learn more about what these proposed changes could mean for for urban farming in Pittsburgh. https://lnkd.in/g9vZEt6C