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The Irrigators Association of Minnesota (IAM) welcomed irrigators, industry partners, researchers, and agricultural leaders from across the state on Thursday, February 19, 2026, for its 51st Annual Convention & Expo at The Park Event Center in Waite Park, Minnesota. The event drew 163 attendees and featured 27 vendor exhibitors, highlighting the latest advancements in irrigationContinue reading “Dave Janson Headlines IAM Convention as Irrigators Navigate Markets, Policy, and the Future”

Newly compiled data from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) highlights the scale, diversity, and geographic reach of irrigated agriculture across Minnesota heading into the 2026 permit year. The summary, prepared by retired University of Minnesota Extension irrigation engineer Jerry Wright using DNR data shared by Sean Hunt of Minnesota Department of Natural ResourcesContinue reading “Minnesota Irrigation Continues to Play a Critical Role in Crop Production”

Minnesota irrigators will soon have access to unprecedented support to modernize irrigation systems, improve water efficiency, and protect groundwater resources. Through the USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), more than $11 million has been awarded to Minnesota partners to launch a new Precision Irrigation initiative focused on long-term farm profitability and water stewardship. Led byContinue reading “New Precision Irrigation Initiative Brings Major Investment to Minnesota Farms”