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Events & Forums

Attendees and exhibitors can make connections, monitor industry trends and learn more about Irrigation Association® initiatives at the many networking events and forums at the 2009 Irrigation Show.

General Session & Keynote

Thursday, Dec. 3, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

A highlight of the Irrigation Show, the General Session & Keynote provide unique insight into trends impacting the industry, as well as the Irrigation Association’s ongoing efforts to promote efficient irrigation. Learn more.

Grower Forum

Thursday, Dec. 3, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

The Grower Forum brings together a panel of agriculture experts to address hot topics and major trends affecting irrigated farmland. The session will include short presentations by the panelists and an extended Q&A period. Learn more.

Government Affairs Briefing

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Join the Irrigation Association’s Government Affairs Committee for an update on national, regional and local regulation and requirements impacting the irrigation industry, and IA efforts to promote efficient irrigation in public policy initiatives. Learn more.

Smart Business Sessions

Thursday, Dec. 3, and Friday, Dec. 4

Learn how you can put industry initiatives and programs to work for you and your company to differentiate yourself from the competition and grow business. Briefings at the 2009 Irrigation Show will cover Smart Irrigation Month, Smart Water Application Technologies®, IA certification and EPA’s WaterSense® program.

Common Interest Groups

Wednesday, Dec. 2, and Thursday, Dec. 3

Irrigation Association Common Interest Groups provide a unique opportunity to network and discuss common challenges with irrigation professionals with similar interests. CIG meetings are open to all IA members. Learn more.

Water Provider Roundtable

Thursday, Dec. 3, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Water purveyors are encouraged to participate in this ongoing dialogue on how water providers and irrigation industry stakeholders can work together to most effectively advance landscape water efficiency. Learn more.