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Watts launches Product Selection Tool to support sustainable designs attaining LEED v5 certification

Users can select a LEED credit category, and the table will populate with all Watts products that can help their project earn LEED points in that category. 

Contractors can boost revenue by demonstrating water efficiency’s value. (Photo: SiteOne)

How contractors can cut water use, lower bills and win more clients

New technologies can offer smart strategies that help contractors demonstrate savings, efficiency and long-term value.

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Zurn unveils Wilkins 975XL3N n-Pattern backflow preventer for tight irrigation spaces

Designed with a purpose-built n-pattern configuration, the 975XL3N features an optimized lay length that matches competing n-pattern valves.

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Rain Bird introduces All-in-One Zone Control irrigation solution for simpler installations

The Rain Bird AIOZC XAOZ100 integrates flow control, pressure regulation and filtration into a compact, purpose-built control zone solution.

Weathermatic president Lex Mason delivers opening remarks to attendees at SmartCon 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo: LM Staff)

SmartCon 2026 goes beyond irrigation

Weathermatic’s SmartCon 2026 highlighted business management and industry trends in addition to high-tech irrigation talk.

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Irrigreen unveils app-controlled precision drip irrigation system for landscapes

Developed in partnership with Netafim, the system provides a holistic backyard irrigation solution.

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Companies in the News: Updates from Mullin, Project EverGreen, Jackson Professional Tools and more

The latest news and updates from green industry companies, including Massey Services, Project EverGreen, Mullin and more.

A multi-faceted irrigation strategy designed to successfully navigate extreme environmental and logistical hurdles was key to Alpine Gardens’ work on the High Mountain Haven project, which earned the company a gold award in NALP’s Awards of Excellence program. (Photo: Alpine Gardens)

How Alpine Gardens engineered award-winning irrigation at Estes Park estate

Why Alpine Gardens’ Estes Park project earned an NALP gold award.

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Bobyard partners with Horizon Distributors to launch new Irrigation Takeoff solution

By bringing irrigation takeoffs in-house with AI, Horizon can reduce reliance on outsourcing, increase turnaround speed and more.

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Granum and Weathermatic announce multi-year partnership to advance workforce excellence 

The partnership brings together both organizations to deliver expanded value, training and thought leadership to contractors.

Start planning your trip to the 2026 Irrigation Show, Dec. 7-10 in Las Vegas. (Photo: LM staff)

Irrigation pros’ top trends to watch for in 2026

Finding the top trends at the 2025 Irrigation Show

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How to innovate, motivate and make more money in 2026

In 2026, operational innovation comes from smarter workflows, empowered teams and standardization.

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The benefits of a balanced water budget

An effective water budget can offer landscape pros a sustainable, cost-effective way to support plant health.

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SiteOne incorporates Irrigator Technical Training School into its contractor education services

This move enhances SiteOne’s ability to support irrigation professionals with industry‑recognized training and certification, according to the company.

client data, goals of the system and maintenance calls helps your technicians easily get up to speed when arriving at a client’s property. (Photo: Artsiom Malashenko/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

How to properly winterize an irrigation system

Pro tips and critical winterization best practices for pumps, cast iron components, filters and valves — even in mild climates.

Pressure is building The race to blow out an irrigation system before the first freeze is tight with summers becoming longer each year. (Photo: Rain Bird)

How and when to winterize your irrigation system

To avoid cracked pipes and costly repairs, irrigation pros reveal their tips for prepping irrigation systems for freezing temps.

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How Hunter Industries shapes the future of water management

At the core of Hunter’s success is a deep dedication to efficiency and stewardship.

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Irrigreen expands features for its Pro Select Partner Program

Now, Irrigreen is introducing a new self-serve portal to make it easier for Pro Select members to grow their businesses.

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Smart irrigation and the war against turfgrass

If the plants you install in your landscapes require a lot of irrigation just to survive, perhaps you have chosen the wrong plants.

Experts say it’s crucial to understand the importance of good filtration as they are key to a high-quality irrigation system. (Photo: bozhdb/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Toro introduces Eagle Plus Series irrigation controller with expanded options 

Eagle Plus simplifies system management while helping to maximize water efficiency.

Cutting edge Weathermatic president Lex Mason unveiled the SmartLink Connect system at SmartCon 2025. (Photo: LM Staff)

How Weathermatic transformed remote water management

How Weathermatic’s SmartLink technology went from pie-in-the-sky thinking to a true

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Irrigreen launches AI‑powered Irrigreen 3.0

Live, localized weather data connects to Irrigreen’s app, further optimizing water usage and giving landscapers a sustainable solution for modern outdoor living. 

People Power: The human touch is key to making smart irrigation technology really work. (Photo: Jeremy Poland / iStock / Getty Images Plus / getty images)

The essential role of a skilled professional in smart irrigation

In irrigation, infrastructure and technology matter, but the people and processes behind the system ensure long-term performance and quality.

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Munro introduces BP Series of straight centrifugal pumps

The BP Series is an engineered line of straight centrifugal pumps, designed for high-flow applications across residential, commercial and industrial environments. 

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