Nearly 30 irrigation professionals met with Congress and federal agencies to advocate for water conservation, workforce development, and Farm Bill reforms.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is preparing to invest nearly $14.9 million in a sweeping renovation of Maple Meadows golf course in Wood Dale.

Botanica has launched a new reclaimed water initiative in partnership with the City of Wichita.

If you’re involved in landscape irrigation in New York, take note that starting with products manufactured after June 26, 2023, only WaterSense-labeled spray sprinkler bodies may be sold or installed in the state.

The bill includes multiple IA-supported provisions in the areas of workforce development, capital investment and business tax relief.

House Bill 473 was introduced by Rep. David Vieira and remains under consideration in the Massachusetts House. 

By monitoring these indicators, irrigation professionals can better align their business strategies with anticipated market demands.

The IA plans to make the information available to members later this month and will continue monitoring developments in U.S. trade policy.

The IA has continued to engage with state legislative efforts and regulatory proceedings that would require all new irrigation controllers to be WaterSense labeled.

Rain Bird Corporation acquired Toronto-based OtO Inc., a smart lawn care company known for its solar-powered, app-controlled sprinkler system.