LM StaffAug 1, 2018
BLOOMINGTON, MINN.—According to an article in the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Toro CEO Michael Hoffman expects his company "to play a much bigger role in the micro-irrigation…
LM StaffAug 16, 2023
FRESNO, CALIF.—Netafim USA has released a free Techline Calculator app for use with iPhone and Android devices. This handy irrigation system design program calculates and…
LM StaffAug 14, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO—Michael Hofman, executive vice president of Janet Moyer Landscaping in San Francisco, recently earned certification as a Certified Irrigation Designer (CID). Awarded by the…
Kay LedbetterNov 3, 2023
Texas A&M researchers seek a simple turfgrass watering formula. In College Station, Texas, Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists are trying to utilize evapotranspiration (ET) to…
LM StaffJul 31, 2018
FRESNO, CALIF.—Irrigation industry professional Mauricio Troche has been promoted to national sales and marketing director of the Netafim USA Landscape and Turf Division. Troche has…
FALLS CHURCH, VA.—Recognize a friend or colleague for his or her contribution to the irrigation industry with a nomination for an Irrigation Association (IA) or…
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In a university news release authored by Mickie Anderson, the results of a new University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural…
FALLS CHURCH, VA.—The Irrigation Association (IA) continues its partnership with the International Professional Pond Companies Association (IPPCA), as well as a new agreement with the…
LM StaffJan 29, 2013
LAS VEGAS—A recent episode of "Homeowner Talk TV," a local weekly TV program that explores important issues facing homeowners in the Las Vegas Valley, focused…
LM StaffNov 8, 2022
SAN MARCOS, CALIF.—The Apple iPad is one of the most coveted products on the market. With the Pro-Spray Challenge, Hunter Industries is offering an easy…
LM StaffFeb 27, 2023
WOODLAND HILLS, CALIF.—NDS, an industry leader in storm water management, efficient irrigation and flow management solutions, has acquired KBI’s PVC and related plastic product lines…
FALLS CHURCH, VA.—The Irrigation Association (IA) welcomes Robert D. Dobson, of Middletown Sprinkler Co. in Port Monmouth, N.J. as its president. A leading voice in the…
LM StaffJan 3, 2013
The new Toro Precision Soil Sensor continuously measures moisture levels in the soil and determines when to allow the irrigation controller to water, maximizing the…
LM StaffDec 13, 2012
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS—Experts in the Texas A&M University System are investigating whether use of gray ("soapy") water for landscape irrigation can offset restriction concerns. “Implementing…
LM StaffDec 2, 2012
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) WaterSense program is showcasing just how beautiful, efficient, and diverse low water-using landscapes can be. Enter WaterSense’s Water-Smart Landscape Photo…
The 2013 Hunter irrigation catalog is now available online as a downloadable or interactive PDF. The new design includes information on the latest Hunter products…
SAN MARCOS, CALIF.—The 2013 Hunter irrigation catalog is now available. The new design includes information on the latest Hunter products including the 35 ft. MP…
SAN MARCOS, CALIF.—The Luxor ZD, a new landscape lighting controller from FX Luminaire, was the winner of the 2012 Irrigation Show'sPeople's Choice and Best New…
PHOENIX—As Ewing celebrates its 90th anniversary, Ray and Sue York, pioneers of Ewing Irrigation’s growth and development, received one of the Irrigation Association’s (IA's) highest honors during…
Warren GorowitzAug 15, 2023
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the past few years, you’ve probably noticed that social media seems to be one of the popular topics…
TUCSON—Rain Bird Services Corp.'s new training program focuses specifically on Rain Bird commercial and golf course central control system installation, operation and maintenance. The Rain…
By Byron B. Beall Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a natural disaster declaration with the news that close to 1,000 counties,…
PHOENIX—Green Industry professionals can learn new skills, earn CEUs, and gain business ideas with Ewing’s new classes for 2012-2013. New curriculum focuses on the latest…
Remote Pigtails is the professional's source for irrigation remote connectors for the Rain Master Promax, TRC Commander and TRC Sidekick. It also offers sprinkler head…
