Irrigation E3 Program

Exposure, Experience & Education for Students & Teachers

2026 applications open soon. 

The Irrigation Association’s Irrigation E3 Program is designed to provide both irrigation students (E3 learners) and faculty members (E3 leaders) with valuable exposure, experience, and education in the irrigation industry. We believe these “three E’s” are the best way to actively engage and inspire the next generation of irrigation professionals.  

Each year, selected E3 recipients are awarded travel and education grants to attend the Irrigation Show and Education Week, taking place December 7–10, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.  

Through this program, E3 recipients will:  

• Participate in education classes and industry sessions 
• Explore the trade show floor 
• Network with peers and industry professionals 

Meet the E3 community! See a list of past Irrigation E3 recipients here.

Questions? Contact the IA workforce development department at 703.536.7080  

2025 E3 recipients say...

“The things I learned, I’ll be able to bring back into the education area I help with… combining industry research with university research.”

– Andrew Fleet | Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension

“I'm blown away about the fellowship … the Irrigation Show host all walks of backgrounds and experience levels … everyone was very accepting of me.”

- Daniel Cisneros | Utah State University

“The Irrigation Show is the place where you can see how the industry connects and works to solve water conservation problems.”

- Masoumeh Hashemi | Utah State University

Irrigation E3 Learners

Students will receive an education and travel award through an application process. View the learner criteria and requirements and how to apply.

Irrigation E3 Leaders

Faculty can apply for an Irrigation E3 leader education and travel grant, based on availability. View the criteria and requirements and how to apply.