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Irrigation

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The Irrigation Association's E3 program addresses industry workforce shortages by providing students and faculty with hands-on experience, education, and networking opportunities at the annual Irrigation...
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The Irrigation Association continues its advocacy efforts through a webinar series, Capitol Hill summit, and industry leadership, while preparing for the 2025 Irrigation Show in...
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Rising energy costs in irrigation present challenges for farmers as water scarcity creates a costly cycle, but innovative programs like LEMAs demonstrate sustainable solutions that...
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Despite changes in administration and Congress, the irrigation industry faces persistent challenges requiring continued advocacy to ensure sustainable water policy and economic stability.
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Smart irrigation combines technology with informed decision-making to ensure water efficiency and sustainability through innovative strategies, collaborative solutions, and distribution uniformity principles.
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Kansas farmers tackle water scarcity through community collaboration, innovative policies, and technology adoption, demonstrating that efficient irrigation practices can maintain profitability while conserving crucial water...
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The IA has continued to engage with state legislative efforts and regulatory proceedings that would require all new irrigation controllers to be WaterSense labeled.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center projects worsening drought conditions across much of the western and central U.S. through July 2025
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As tariff negotiations continue to evolve, uncertainty remains the dominant force shaping the economic landscape for irrigation professionals.
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A recent Charts of Note feature from the USDA Economic Research Service spotlights how irrigation organizations price water deliveries.