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The U.S. housing market continues to report mixed trends in January, with a decline in building permit requests and completions, but an increase in housing starts among privately-owned projects, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data.

Standing in formal gardens thousands of miles from home, Tyler Stewart saw something he hadn’t encountered in the western United States: unfamiliar plant diseases, unfamiliar plant species and new-to-him irrigation practices.  

The Irrigation Association hosted its 2026 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., March 10-12, giving members an opportunity to talk with lawmakers and federal agencies about policies shaping irrigation and water management.

The Irrigation Association reveals the 2025 New Product Contest winners across landscape irrigation, lighting and agriculture categories, plus the inaugural Startup of the Year.

Spring irrigation startups reveal hidden issues before they become costly problems. Experts share inspection steps, crew training tips and water savings strategies.

Irrigation and lighting installations share the same NEC codes. Contractors explain how combining both trades in one trench saves time, cuts costs and ensures compliance.

Retrofitting outdated spray systems with drip irrigation, smart controllers and LED lighting upgrades delivers significant water savings, cost reductions and strong ROI.

Today's irrigation design software does far more than drafting — it automates complex calculations, improves team communication and supports sustainable water management.

In a competitive labor market, irrigation and lighting businesses can build talent pipelines by showcasing career paths, workplace culture and meaningful employee benefits.

The City of Pflugerville, Texas, has implemented Stage 3 emergency water restrictions beginning March 4, 2026, until further notice, due to historically low levels at Lake Pflugerville.

Ewing Outdoor Supply announced that President and CEO Douglas York will transition to a strategic advisor and board member role effective July 1, 2026.

When it comes to landscape lighting, few topics are discussed more — and misunderstood more — than Kelvin temperature.

In the early 1990s, Warren Gorowitz, CLIA, the director of sustainability and social impact for Hunter Industries and a past Irrigation Association president, attended what is now known as the National Collegiate Landscape Competition (NCLC).

Michigan State University (MSU) and Purdue Extension experts announced an upcoming webinar focusing on shifting water policies in Indiana and Michigan.

The Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association recently opened its annual award nominations process.