OpenET makes satellite-based evapotranspiration data accessible to growers, enabling precise irrigation scheduling, water savings, and improved crop yields.
On-farm reservoirs balance water delivery, improve system efficiency, and capture tailwater—but require strategic design, maintenance, and cost-benefit analysis.
Managing irrigation water quality starts with testing and understanding salt content, then tailoring strategies to water source, irrigation method, and crop needs.
Three irrigation professionals join the IA board for three-year terms, bringing expertise in ag engineering, business leadership, and smart irrigation technology.
With government funding restored through September, the irrigation industry looks ahead to potential farm relief, conservation funding, and advocacy priorities for 2026.
Practical strategies for growers and irrigation professionals facing water scarcity, regulatory pressures, and rising costs—delivered through innovation and collaboration.
