Across the Colorado River Basin, millions of dollars have flowed toward paying farmers to fallow their fields.

Capital is a constant barrier many growers encounter when considering the transition to an efficient irrigation system.

Industry leaders advocate for agricultural irrigation as essential infrastructure amid water scarcity, policy pressures, and growing food demands.

Proper maintenance practices for agricultural irrigation systems ensure long-term efficiency, reduce water waste, and optimize crop performance.

Global irrigation faces transformation from water scarcity, tariffs, and AI innovation as the industry adapts to climate change and food security demands.

Researchers explore how irrigation innovation balances agricultural efficiency with sustainability as water resources become increasingly scarce.

Despite La Niña's end bringing wetter conditions to much of the U.S., western regions continue facing drought challenges with uneven rainfall distribution and reservoir storage concerns.

Precision and accuracy are distinct concepts in agriculture—precision ensures consistency while accuracy ensures correctness, and both are essential for optimizing irrigation and resource management.

Irrigation improves agricultural productivity but requires intentional focus on nutrition through crop diversity, water quality management, and inclusive governance to support food security and health outcomes.

The irrigation industry united during Smart Irrigation Month with strong engagement across social media, events, and Wear Blue Wednesday, earning official proclamations from nine cities and states.

Pro-growth tax policies and efficient irrigation technology work together to support both agricultural productivity and food affordability, creating a water-smart system that benefits farms and families alike.

Advanced irrigation technology offers precision water management, but high costs and complexity limit adoption despite clear environmental benefits.