SiteOne Landscape Supply announced a leadership transition as longtime executive Scott Salmon prepares to retire, with Daniel Laughlin named as his successor.

Robert Bartlett Jr., chairman and CEO of Bartlett Tree Experts, has been awarded the Elizabeth Medal of Honour by the Royal Horticultural Society—an international recognition reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to horticulture.

Rising gas prices and economic volatility come up in daily conversations, leaving many business owners, including irrigation contractors, wondering, “How will this impact this year’s irrigation season?” and “What adjustments will I need to make?”

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.

As irrigation season kicks off, columnist Christopher Pine urges technicians to revisit the hydraulic, electrical, layout and scheduling basics that drive every field decision.

IA CEO Natasha Rankin highlights three practical strategies for contractors this season: smarter activations, combined irrigation and lighting work, and profitable retrofits.

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

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