2012 Irrigation Show and Education Conference

   

Event Highlights

• Network with over 300 exhibitors and 6,000 attendees. 
• See the most cutting-edge new agricultural irrigation products, technologies and services at the New Product Contest.  
• Learn about the vast array of agricultural irrigation technologies and products that can help you reduce costs while maintaining high productivity. 
• Discuss emerging trends, industry issues and smart business practices. 
• Conduct business and more…

  

General Session & Featured Speakers

Monday, Nov. 5, 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.   

Open to all attendees and exhibitors, the session will include Charlie Hall, PhD as keynote speaker, the state-of-the-association report, presentation of IA Awards, and New Product Contest Winners. 

 

On the Show Floor – Center Stage

This series of free 30-minute presentations on topics relevant to you and your business returns in 2012 with an updated perspective. Sessions relevant to agricultural interests include IA Updates and the Ag Insight sessions.

 

IA Updates

Learn about the latest IA initiatives through a series of updates provided by volunteer leaders and senior staff.

Smart Irrigation Month Briefing

Sunday, Nov. 4, 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Farm Bill 2012: Opportunities and Changes Relating to Agricultural Irrigation

Sunday, Nov. 4, 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Agricultural Irrigation Standards

Monday, Nov. 5, 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Ag Insight Sessions

These presentations focus on the top issues affecting agricultural irrigation today.    

USDA-NRCS Programs and Opportunities  

Sunday, Nov. 4, 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.     

Innovative Water Transfers — A Case Study Conducted by the Western Governors’ Association  

Sunday, Nov. 4, 2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.  

USDA-ARS: Highlights and Emerging Research on Agricultural Water Use  

Monday, Nov. 5, 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  

    

Florida Water Policy — The Past, Present and Future  

Monday, Nov. 5, 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  

   

Education Conference

  

Irrigation Seminars 

Monday, Nov. 5, 12:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. 

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 8:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

One-hour seminars designed to address irrigation industry best practices. Seminars are delivered in two tracks: one for agricultural interests and one for landscape interests. Certified professionals will earn one CEU for each one-hour seminar attended. Included in the price of your full registration. 

Technical Sessions

Sunday, Nov. 4, 8:00 a.m. – 5:20 p.m.

Also included with a full registration, technical sessions provide a forum for sharing research findings, best practices and cutting-edge products and ideas that promote efficient irrigation. Two agricultural tracks will be offered in addition to a landscape/golf track. Nearly 40 presentations will address innovations in agricultural irrigation. Earn one CEU for each hour of attendance. 

Earn Continuing Education Units! Education Classes— Agriculture Irrigation Track

 

Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, IA classes offer practical skills you can implement immediately. Visit www.irrigation.org/EDU for class descriptions, CEUs and pricing. Education classes are priced separately and are not included in the full registration fee. Register early to receive discounted pricing and a guaranteed seat. 

Get Certified!  Certification Exams  

Sunday, Nov. 4, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Monday, Nov. 5, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

Since 1983, the IA’s certification program has set the bar for industry professionals, recognizing exceptional commitment to efficient water management and irrigation best practices. Choose from one of two agricultural-focused certifications.  

Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) 

Certified Agricultural Irrigation Specialist (CAIS) 

Certification exam registration is separate from Irrigation Show registration. Visit www.irrigation.org/exams to register by the Oct. 19 deadline.    

  

Networking Events  

International Reception

Saturday, Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 

Open to all international attendees.

 

Opening Night Event - Party @ Club IA

Saturday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Open to all full registration attendees.

 

IrrigationPAC - Hospitality

Sunday, Nov. 4, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Monday, Nov. 5, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

Exclusively for IrrigationPAC supporters.

  

Certification Breakfast

Monday, Nov. 5, 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 

Exclusively for IA-certified professionals in good standing. Seating is limited; RSVP to certification@irrigation.org.

 

Closing Night Event - Party @ The Pub

Monday, Nov. 5, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 

Separate ticketed event with fee. Visit www.irrigation.org/register for details.

  

Common Interest Group Meetings

 

IA common interest groups provide an opportunity for IA members to network among their peers on common challenges related to a specific technology, specialty or end-use market. CIG meetings are open to all IA members registered for the Irrigation Show. For more information on CIG meeting schedules visit www.irrigation.org/CIGs. 

 

Drip/Micro Irrigation 

Sunday, Nov. 4, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 

Nursery and Greenhouse 

Saturday, Nov. 3, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  

Pressurized Irrigation 

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.  

   

 

Program Extras!

 

NRCS Technical Service Provider Training

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

 This one-day workshop offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service will provide certified agricultural irrigation specialists and certified irrigation designers the opportunity to qualify as technical service providers. The workshop will focus on the distinctive aspects of NRCS irrigation management planning. Also open to all individuals who plan on becoming CAIS or CID certified within the year. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact Dana Larsen at dana.larsen@wdc.usda.gov. Participants need to receive a level 2 e-auth account before the end of the workshop. Stop by the NRCS booth on the show floor and bring a government-issued photo ID.U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service will provide certified agricultural irrigation specialists and certified irrigation designers the opportunity to qualify as technical service providers. The workshop will focus on the distinctive aspects of NRCS irrigation management planning. Also open to all individuals who plan on becoming CAIS or CID certified within the year. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact Dana Larsen at dana.larsen@wdc.usda.gov. Participants need to receive a level 2 e-auth account before the end of the workshop. Stop by the NRCS booth on the show floor and bring a government-issued photo ID.