The 2017 Irrigation Association (IA) Fly-In is scheduled for March 7-8 in Washington, D.C. The event is open to IA members and is free. Attendees cover their own hotel and travel expenses.

The Fly-In, held in partnership with the National Ground Water Association and the Water Quality Association, connects irrigation professionals with their legislators to help secure the IA’s legislative priorities for 2017.

This event will cover all topics relating to irrigation, including:

• The farm bill;
• WaterSense authorization; and
• Water infrastructure investments.

It also includes speakers on water and tax issues and a “How to Lobby” briefing, among other sessions. To register or for more information on hotel accommodations, visit the IA’s website.