Applications for the 2025 program are open from September 2, 2025, to September 26, 2025. Student Application | Educator Application
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 8–11, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Through this program, E3 recipients will:
Meet the E3 community! See a list of past Irrigation E3 recipients here. Questions? Contact the IA workforce development department at 703.536.7080
2024 Irrigation E3 Program sponsored by
"Being able to learn from the professionals and get a deeper understanding of things I’m learning in my university courses was very valuable." - Hannah Chamberlin | California State University, Fresno
"I got to meet a lot of people from different backgrounds ... to see other perspectives and how other people do things was not only cool but also reinforcing of my own education." – Joe Lofland | Penn State University
Students will receive an education and travel award through an application process. View the learner criteria and requirements and how to apply.
Faculty can apply for an Irrigation E3 leader education and travel grant, based on availability. View the criteria and requirements and how to apply.