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During the annual Irrigation Association Advocacy Summit, March 10-12, 2026, the IA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, expanding...
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New research from Nationwide shows many farmers remain underprepared for growing operational and market disruptions.
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UC Davis announced an inaugural Advanced School on Microirrigation for Crop Production to run from March 30 to April 3, 2026, bringing practical irrigation training to California for the first time.
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Rapid technological advancements are generating mountains of data for growers to use across all aspects of crop planning, including irrigation.
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Michigan State University (MSU) and Purdue Extension experts announced an upcoming webinar focusing on shifting water policies in Indiana and Michigan.
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) awarded $1.69 million to support research, outreach and education to improve irrigation and nutrient management practices through...
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Drainage water recycling for irrigation is not a new practice in drought-prone areas but changing climate trends are expanding its use into regions not traditionally...
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The U.S. Departments of Agriculture and State announced a strengthened commitment under the 1944 Water Treaty that will improve cross-border water management and provide greater...
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Researchers funded by the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) are developing a new sensing system that helps growers more easily determine when...
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As producers head into the 2026 growing season, there is a consistent theme: irrigation equipment must work efficiently.