News + Features
The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) announced that Project EverGreen will lead the annual Renewal & Remembrance volunteer service event starting in 2027.
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department has been awarded a $115,000 grant from TSMC Arizona for irrigation system upgrades at Madison Park and Los Olivos Park.
Margaret Saulsby’s first job out of college was in customer service at Rain Bird, and she liked it so much, she has stayed with the company for 26 years.
With nearly two decades of experience in the irrigation industry, Ian Yarian, CLIA, plays a key role in helping Ewing Outdoor Supply remain competitive and profitable.
Raymond Graber, CLIA, of True North Outdoor has been working in the irrigation industry for 24 years.
When Kansas City hosted 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, much of the attention focused on the Arrowhead Stadium playing field.
Columns
Irrigation Pipeline columnist Christopher Pine breaks down the real meaning of troubleshooting — a strategic process of isolating where problems aren't before diagnosing what they are.
Brilliance LED trainer Kevin Smith walks through the lighting strategies, fixture choices and smart technology that restaurants, hotels and commercial buildings should deploy to maximize safety, curb appeal and energy savings.
Business consultant Tom Borg makes the case for replacing annual performance reviews with short, ongoing conversations — showing how regular feedback reduces confusion, improves quality and builds stronger irrigation and lighting teams.
Product Spotlight
Hunter Industries
The MP Rotator® MP800 Nozzle Family offers a 0.8 in/hr matched precipitation rate across 6' to 24', providing efficient coverage for small spaces and spray retrofits. Featuring wind-resistant streams, high distribution uniformity, and debris-blocking double-pop technology, it maximizes water efficiency, performance, and landscape health.
FX Luminaire
The Terra TG-60 Ground Wash delivers powerful, wide-area illumination with field-adjustable light distribution from 90° to 360°. Built from durable solid brass and rated IP66/67 with IP68 submersion testing, it withstands harsh environments. Luxor® Technology enables zoning, dimming, and RGBW color control for versatile residential and commercial landscape lighting.
FX Luminaire
The Cora™ CN-73 is a durable, low-profile in-grade well light designed for seamless landscape integration. Its reversible housing supports angled or flush installation, while brass construction ensures longevity. Compatible with PAR-36 LEDs, it delivers powerful, precise uplighting for architectural features, trees, and outdoor spaces.
Hunter Industries
Nix the wires with the Wireless Valve Link from Hunter Industries! This innovative device uses LoRa® Technology so you can easily connect valves without running additional wires or cutting into hardscape, allowing for simplified installs that save time, money, and labor.
Hunter Industries
The new MCC Controller from Hunter Industries delivers powerful performance without the premium price. Complete with flow management, water-saving features, and advanced output options for controlling up to 108 stations, it’s a smart, scalable solution for big jobs.
Hunter Industries
The PGP® Ultra from Hunter Industries delivers dependable performance and flexible irrigation for a wide range of landscapes. Its patented automatic arc-return maintains the original arc setting, while a 50°–360° adjustable arc and 34 nozzle options provide easy setup, precise watering, and reliable operation.
In The Magazine
Lighting for life
Outdoor lighting professionals explain how truly great residential lighting design starts with understanding how homeowners live in and move through their spaces — not just how a property looks
Finding the fix
Experienced irrigation managers share how systematic electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting — backed by training and site documentation — saves time and cuts costly callbacks.
Training that sticks
From chunking content into short segments to getting hands-on fast, irrigation training experts share the methods and mindsets that turn technical knowledge into real field skills — and keep employees coming back for more.
