Press Releases

The IA communicates association and industry news through periodic press releases to the media. Press releases address

  • association events, programs and services. 
  • industry initiative updates.
  • policy outreach and accomplishments.

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North Salt Lake business leader appointed to IA Board of Directors

Posted on 8/28/2023
The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that Alan Ence, QWEL, general manager of landscape and agriculture at Hydro-Rain, has been appointed to the IA Board of Directors.

Craig Borland named IA 2023 Industry Achievement Award recipient

Posted on 7/31/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Craig Borland, CIC, CID, CIT, CLIA, CLWM, of The Toro Company, has been named the recipient of the 2023 Industry Achievement Award.

Aavudai Anandhi named recipient of IA 2023 Excellence in Education Award

Posted on 7/31/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Aavudai Anandhi, PhD, PE, of Florida A&M University is a recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Education Award.

Robert Dobson named recipient of IA 2023 Excellence in Education Award

Posted on 7/31/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Robert Dobson, CIC, CID, CLIA, of Rutgers University is a recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Education Award.

Irrigation & Lighting chooses Watch Us Grow: 2023 Industry Standouts

Posted on 7/13/2023
Irrigation & Lighting magazine, the business publication serving contractors in those industries, named the three winners of its Watch Us Grow: 2023 Industry Standouts program.

San Marcos business leader appointed to IA Board of Directors

Posted on 7/10/2023
The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that Todd Polderman, vice president of marketing for landscape irrigation and outdoor lighting at Hunter Industries, has been appointed to the IA Board of Directors.

Irrigation Association issues Call for Proposals

Posted on 6/21/2023
The Irrigation Association has opened a Call for Proposals to gather ideas and potential presenters for future industry presentations.

IA promotes the value of efficient irrigation during July’s Smart Irrigation Month

Posted on 6/13/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that July is Smart Irrigation Month.

IA offers Innovation Row for irrigation startups

Posted on 6/1/2023
The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that it is including Innovation Row — a special area for landscape and agriculture irrigation startup companies — at the 2023 Irrigation Show and Education Week.

Irrigation & Lighting opens Changing the Landscape Awards for entry

Posted on 5/15/2023
Irrigation & Lighting magazine, the business publication serving contractors in those industries, has opened its Changing the Landscape Awards program for this year’s entries.

Nathan Bowen promoted to IA advocacy and public affairs vice president

Posted on 5/15/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Nathan Bowen has been promoted to advocacy and public affairs vice president.

Irrigation Association awards scholarships to 18 students

Posted on 5/8/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce the winners of the 2023 Anthony W. “Tony” LaFetra Scholarship Program, sponsored by Rain Bird.

Irrigation Association announces 2023 U.S. Farm Bill priorities during Capitol Hill Fly-In

Posted on 3/28/2023
Irrigation industry leaders from around the country gathered today in Washington, D.C., at the 2023 IA Fly-In, to meet with their elected officials, share the benefits of efficient irrigation and help shape policy.

Irrigation Association opens registration for Technician Week courses & certification exam

Posted on 2/6/2023
The Irrigation Association has opened registration for its 2023 Technician Week scheduled for March 6-10.

Irrigation Association 2023 scholarship program now open

Posted on 2/2/2023
The Irrigation Association is now accepting applications for the 2023 Anthony W. “Tony” LaFetra Scholarship Program, sponsored by Rain Bird in honor of the company’s late president and CEO.

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Irrigation & Lighting opens Watch Us Grow: 2023 Industry Standouts program

Posted on 1/19/2023
Irrigation & Lighting magazine, the business publication serving contractors in those industries, is opening its Watch Us Grow: 2023 Industry Standouts program for this year’s entries.

Noreen Rich & Trisha Klaus assume new IA membership engagement & communications roles

Posted on 1/12/2023
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that Noreen Rich has accepted the position of IA member engagement and industry relations director, and Trisha Klaus has been promoted to IA communications, marketing and brand vice president.

The Toro Company recognized as a premier sponsor of the 2023 Irrigation E3 program

Posted on 12/16/2022
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce that The Toro Company will be a premier sponsor of the 2023 Irrigation E3 program.

Roswell business leader elected to IA Board of Directors

Posted on 12/13/2022
The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that Steve Counter, vice president of category management at SiteOne Landscape Supply, has been elected to the IA Board of Directors.

Rancho Santa Margarita business leader elected to IA Board of Directors

Posted on 12/13/2022
The Irrigation Association is pleased to announce that Steve Hohl, principal for Water Concern Ltd., has been elected to the IA Board of Directors.

IA announces 2022 Pitch Competition winner

Posted on 12/12/2022
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce the winner of the 2022 Pitch Competition.

IA announces 2022 New Product Contest winners

Posted on 12/8/2022
The Irrigation Association is excited to announce the winners of the 2022 New Product Contest.

Irrigation Association announces 2022 E3 program winners

Posted on 10/20/2022
The Irrigation Association has selected 25 exceptional winners for the 2022 Irrigation E3 program.

Inland Empire Utilities Agency named recipient of SWAT Outstanding Industry Partnership Award

Posted on 10/5/2022
The Irrigation Association has named the Inland Empire Utilities Agency in Chino, California, as the recipient of the Smart Water Application Technologies 2022 Outstanding Industry Partnership Award.

Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership named recipient of SWAT Outstanding Public Engagement Award

Posted on 10/5/2022
The Irrigation Association has named the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership as the recipient of the Smart Water Application Technologies 2022 Outstanding Public Engagement Award.