About IA

The Irrigation Association is the leading membership organization for irrigation equipment and system manufacturers, dealers, distributors, designers, consultants, contractors and end users. Founded in 1949, IA represents over 2,000 companies and is dedicated to promoting efficient irrigation.

IA serves its members and the irrigation industry by:

• Educating the public on sound practices and water management.
• Serving as a centralized clearing house for research and innovation.
• Improving industry proficiency through continuing education.
• Recognizing and promoting experience and excellence with professional certification.
• Lending expertise to water-use public policy at the local, state, regional and national level.

IA brings together experts and stakeholders from industry, academia and the public to:

• Define best practices for effective water management.
• Establish benchmarks and guidelines for irrigation products and applications.
• Promote efficient irrigation technology and practices.
• Define sound policies to ensure the availability, quality and conservation of water supplies.

Learn more at www.irrigation.org.