Irrigation Association

06/02/2026

Earn IA CEUs at the Central Coast Water Summit

📍 Santa Cruz, CA
📅 June 12

Join K&D Water Management and fellow water management professionals for a day of practical insights on conservation, efficiency and sustainable landscape management. All educational sessions are approved for IA CEUs — so you can earn credits while staying current on industry trends.

Register now to reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/3RNbsmc

06/02/2026

Smart Irrigation Month is coming in July! 💧 Now is the perfect time to ask your community, city and state leaders to officially proclaim July as Smart Irrigation Month and help raise awareness about efficient irrigation practices.

Use the IA’s editable sample proclamation to start advocating today: https://bit.ly/4x63dSj

06/01/2026

The true cost of a bad hire goes far beyond payroll. From lost productivity to team morale, this column breaks down why smarter hiring decisions are critical for long term business success.
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Hiring the wrong employee costs far more than their salary. Consultant Tom Borg breaks down the real financial impact of bad hires and how to avoid them.

06/01/2026

Check out these important dates and reminders, this month at the IA. https://bit.ly/3QeIyuL

05/29/2026

Great lighting should highlight the landscape—not blind the viewer. Learn essential techniques for reducing glare and creating outdoor lighting systems that are both safe and visually appealing.
👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/3RrtytY

05/28/2026

🎥 Meet Daniel Cisneros from Utah State University! Hear about his E3 learner journey and how the program is shaping the next generation of irrigation leaders.

The Irrigation Association catches up with 2025 Irrigation E3 learner, Daniel Cisneros, at the Irrigation Show in New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more about th...

05/26/2026

Irrigation isn’t just about moving water anymore. Think nutrients, chemicals and even oxygen, delivered with the same attention to uniformity. This one will change how you think about DU. https://bit.ly/49iJV24
Jim Lauria

Mazzei VP Jim Lauria argues that modern irrigation systems must deliver not just water but nutrients, chemicals and oxygen with the same uniformity — broadening how the industry defines distribution uniformity.

05/26/2026

Accelerate your learning with Irrigation Association-approved courses through the IA Select program! These partner-provided educational sessions are offered in-person at various locations and offer CEUs. Check out upcoming courses here, brought to you by Rain Bird: https://bit.ly/4ryLFu3

05/22/2026

The IA offices will be closed in observance of as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and to their families.

05/22/2026

We’re moving! As we continue to serve our members and the industry, the Irrigation Association’s new mailing address takes effect June 1, 2026: 3030 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201.

Please update your records and begin using this address to avoid any delays.