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Ninth Circuit clarifies Clean Water Act irrigated return flows exemption
The court found the term “entirely” in the statute ambiguous and interpreted it to exclude only added point sources unrelated to crop production.
529 savings now apply to professional credentials
The change allows workers and families to pay for credentialing costs—such as exam fees and related expenses—using 529 funds for the first time.
tariff impacts
This article looks at data on imports and analyzes potential impacts from recent tariff news.
NiagraIrrigationUpgrades
Officials say the funding will expand and modernize pipelines, with the goal of getting “shovels in the ground” as soon as possible.
LegislativeUpdate_Summer25
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Building strategic relationships with policymakers is essential for advancing irrigation industry interests and promoting water-efficient agriculture.
Yakima Basin irrigators face cuts amid worsening water outlook
Farmers relying on late-season irrigation—especially for fruit crops—may need to turn to on-farm storage or groundwater if available. 
Netafim turns 60
To date, Netafim has served more than 8.5 million farmers and irrigated over 10 million hectares of land.
OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook projects rising demand and emissions pressure through 2034
Calorie intake from animal-source foods in low-income countries will remain well below FAO’s healthy diet benchmark of 300 kcals/day.
Molly Houser Photography_Irrigation Association_2025-1
The visit concluded with a brief recognition ceremony at the Nebraska State Capitol and meetings with IA member companies and sector leaders.
reconciliation signed 2025
Among the bill’s tax-focused provisions are several with implications for irrigation professionals and businesses across the sector.