Industry-Related Organizations
Water Industry Organizations
Water Conservation & Drought Resources
Government Agencies
Water - General
Agriculture & Irrigation
Green Industry Organizations
Research
Water Industry Organizations
Irrigation Association
Since 1949, Irrigation Association members worldwide have worked toward a shared vision - water conservation through efficient irrigation. IA, a 501(c)(6) non-profit business, promotes and supports the irrigation industry by promoting efficient irrigation technologies, products and services.
American Society of Irrigation Consultants
ASIC is comprised of three US chapters and one Australian chapter. All members of ASIC believe in and promote the concept that the preparation of irrigation system plans and specifications, observation of system construction and recommendations for proper scheduling are best performed through the services of the independent irrigation consultant. Individual chapters may offer scholarships and internship opportunities.
Agriculture Water Management Council
The Agricultural Water Management Council is a non-profit organization established in 1996 dedicated to bringing together all interested parties in agricultural water management with the expressed goal to achieve greater water management efficiency. All those interested in the management of agricultural water are invited to join the Council and participate in its program.
American Water Resource Association
The American Water Resource Association is a non-profit professional association dedicated to the advancement of men and women in water resources management, research, and education. AWRA’s membership is multidisciplinary; its diversity is its hallmark. It is the professional home of a wide variety of water resources experts including engineers, educators, foresters, biologists, ecologists, geographers, managers, regulators, hydrologists and attorneys.
American Water Works Association
A nonprofit representing the water utility industry.
International Water Resource Association
IWRA has strived to improve water management worldwide through dialogue, education, and research for over 25 years. Since its official formation in 1972, the organization has actively promoted the sustainable management of water resources around the globe. The world is a much smaller place today than when IWRA began its work due to advancing technologies and global social changes. The belief that sustainability requires interdisciplinary action and international cooperation is a driving force behind the association. IWRA seeks to improve water resource outcomes by improving our collective understanding of the physical, biological, chemical, institutional, and socioeconomic aspects of water.
Its mission is to foster the science and art of natural resource conservation. SWCS work targets conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources on working land—the land used to produce food, fiber, and other services that improve the quality of life people experience in rural and urban communities. SWCS works to discover, develop, implement, and constantly improve ways to use land that sustains its productive capacity and enhances the environment at the same time
Irrigation Australia
General information for members of the irrigation industry. There are numerous grants available in Australia for students pursuing irrigation degrees in that country.
Water Conservation Association
The WCA infoNET information system is an Internet-based integrated information platform which merges high quality information resources and expertise allowing direct access to publications, documents, data, computer programs and discussion groups which provide a knowledge base, support and the necessary global platform for decisions on water conservation and use in agriculture. A good source for research information and information on worldwide irrigation projects.
World Irrigation Index
Virtual irrigation library.
Water Conservation & Drought Resources
California Urban Water Conservation Council
Drought Monitor
National Drought Mitigation Center
National Water & Climate Center (USDA-NRCS)
The World's Water
Water Action Guide
Water Conserv
Water Education Foundation
Water Saver Home
Water Strategist Community
WaterWiser - The Water Efficiency Clearinghouse
World Water Council
Government Agencies
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Water
Provides information on all uses of water in the U.S., programs dedicated to water conservation, clean water, etc.
National Resources Conservation Service on Irrigation and Water Use
The USDA sponsors extension services and education on all aspects of agriculture, including irrigation.
United States Geological Survey
A good source of basic information on facts relating to water and irrigation for research papers.
Water - General
International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage
The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) was established on June 24, 1950 as a scientific, technical and voluntary not-for-profit non-governmental international organization (NGO) with headquarters in New Delhi, India.
US Commission on Irrigation and Drainage
USCID (U.S. Committee on Irrigation and Drainage) is a nonprofit professional society, organized in 1952, whose multi-disciplinary membership shares an interest in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of irrigation, drainage and flood control works; agricultural economics; water law; and environmental and social issues affecting irrigated agriculture. Members are associated with consulting firms; local, state and federal government agencies; colleges and universities; irrigation districts and other water user organizations; irrigation equipment manufacturers and construction contractors; and environmental organizations.
WaterWebster
Project Wet
Water Education for Teachers
Agriculture & Irrigation
History of Agriculture and Irrigation
Water for Agriculture: Irrigation Economics in International Perspective (book)
For other books, research papers and reports on this subject “google” Agriculture+irrigation+economics.
Green Industry Organizations
American Academy of Environmental Engineers
American Nursery & Landscape Association
The American Nursery & Landscape Association is the national voice of the nursery and landscape industry.
American Society for Horticulture Science
ASHSis a cornerstone of research and education in horticulture and an agent for active promotion of horticultural science.
ASABE
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers is an educational and scientific organization dedicated to the advancement of engineering applicable to agricultural, food, and biological systems. ASABE comprises 9,000 members in more than 100 countries. ASABE offers scholarship and career information. Agricultural, Food and Biological Engineers develop efficient and environmentally sensitive methods of producing food, fiber, timber, and renewable energy sources for an ever-increasing world population.
Association of Professional Landscape Design
Golf Course Builders of America Association
The Golf Course Builders Association of America is a nonprofit trade association of the world's foremost golf course builders and leading suppliers to the golf course construction industry. It was founded in the early 1970s, and its members represent all segments of the golf course construction industry.
GCSAA
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America offers scholarships, support and internships to students pursuing a career in golf course management.
National Junior Horticulture Society
Goals: promote and sponsor educational programs for youth through a variety of projects and activities that foster a better understanding of horticulture. To develop good citizens with a basic understanding of nature and an acceptance of responsibility for the environment in which we live. To acquaint youth with the many and varied career opportunities, both vocational and professional, available in the horticultural industry. To provide young people and their adult leaders with new experiences in group participation, cooperation and leadership at the national level.
Ontario Horticulture Education Council
PLANET
The Professional Landcare Network, is an international association serving lawn care professionals, exterior maintenance contractors, installation/design/build professionals, and interiorscapers. PLANET provides its members with a good business foundation to help them evaluate, plan, and better manage their companies. Member firms have direct access to marketing tools, industry specific business publications, updates on legislative issues, and networking opportunities that can assist them in becoming more profitable.PLANET sponsors an annual Student Career Days event and scholarship.
Professional Grounds Management Society
PGMS' mission is uniting and serving green industry professionals and others through education and environmental awareness
Sports Turf Managers Association
Research
Center for Irrigation Technology