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The USDA has given farmers more time to apply for Stages 1 and 2 of the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) for eligible crop losses from natural disasters in 2023 and 2024.
Planning irrigation scheduling, especially during drought conditions, is an ongoing challenge for producers and agricultural irrigation professionals.
Each year, the Irrigation Association’s Anthony W. “Tony” LaFetra Scholarship program recognizes a group of exceptional students whose passion, dedication and potential reflect a bright future for the irrigation industry.
The Irrigation Association announced its 2026 award recipients, recognizing individuals and projects advancing irrigation technology, education and water efficiency.
In the East and Southeast, drought often feels different than it does in the West.
New insights from Komet Irrigation’s Agritechnica survey reveal a shift in how agricultural irrigators and related professionals think about irrigation investments today.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
IPEX USA LLC
IPEX Pressure-Rated Irrigation Pipe & Fittings are designed to withstand various soil conditions and climates. Constructed from durable PVC, both SDR-21 and SDR-26 systems are available to suit a variety of applications.
Westlake Pipe & Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings' Solvent Weld SDR 35 Sewer Fittings are a fully integrated PVC fittings line and ideal for surface, area, yard and landscape drainage applications.
Franklin Electric
Growers have been persevering for generations, and Franklin Electric is right there beside them. Its wide array of pumps, motors and controls are made to reliably cover every inch of every acre for years to come.
Galileo CupWheel
Galileo Airless Pivot Tires optimize irrigation pivot performance, reducing soil compaction and erosion while enhancing traction and flotation.
Delta-T Devices
A powerful multi-parameter soil sensor for growers and irrigation system integrators.
Tempo Communications
Designed to lead the market in lightweight ultra-durable locators, the 521E quickly and accurately finds buried wires, irrigation valve solenoids and faults in control cables.
In the Magazine
The precision pivot
How smart irrigation technology is making growers better water and labor managers
Planning by the drop
With drought coverage at a 3.5-year high, experts explain why uniform system performance, smart scheduling and accessible technology are essential to protecting yield through dry conditions.
Beating the storm
As extreme weather intensifies, experts walk through six steps growers can take to protect critical irrigation infrastructure, from risk assessment to post-disaster documentation.
