Smart Irrigation Month 2026 is an annual initiative led by the Irrigation Association to promote efficient water management through education, innovation, and responsible irrigation practices.

For landscape professionals, growers, irrigation contractors, and property managers, it is an opportunity to evaluate how today’s connected technologies can help conserve water, improve operational efficiency, and protect one of our most valuable natural resources.

Smart Irrigation Is More Than Saving Water

When people hear the phrase water conservation, they often assume it means sacrificing performance. In reality, modern irrigation technology can help deliver the opposite.

Today’s smart irrigation systems combine weather data, scheduling intelligence, soil conditions, and connected technologies to deliver the right amount of water at the right time. The result is healthier landscapes and crops, lower water consumption, and more efficient irrigation operations.

For landscape professionals, smart irrigation can support:

• Reduced water waste
• Healthier landscapes and turf
• Fewer unnecessary service calls
• Improved technician productivity
• Better customer satisfaction

For agricultural operations, efficient irrigation can also help improve crop quality and yields while reducing pumping costs, runoff, and environmental impacts through more precise water application.

Connected Technology Is Changing Irrigation

The irrigation industry continues to evolve through connected technologies that simplify water management while improving performance.

Modern smart irrigation systems can automatically adjust watering schedules using local weather conditions or soil moisture data, while cloud-connected platforms and mobile applications allow irrigation professionals to access and manage systems from virtually anywhere.

These technologies reduce the guesswork associated with irrigation scheduling and give professionals greater visibility and control over their irrigation operations.

Featured During Smart Irrigation Month: Download the b-hyve Pro App Free During July

As part of our Smart Irrigation Month celebration, the b-hyve Pro App is available as a free download for a limited time.

Built specifically for irrigation professionals, the app helps contractors and maintenance teams stay productive wherever the job takes them.

Why Professionals Choose b-hyve Pro

• Manage multiple customer properties from one mobile app
• Use Bluetooth connectivity for fast on-site controller setup and troubleshooting
• Manage controllers remotely from virtually anywhere
• Use one app from hose bibs to commercial irrigation controllers

Download Availability

Apple App Store
Free July 1 to 31, 2026

Google Play
Free July 7 to 13, 2026

Android users downloading before July 7 or after July 13, through July 31, may request a complimentary download code by contacting [email protected]

Small Improvements Can Make a Big Difference

Smart Irrigation Month is also a good time to evaluate existing irrigation systems and identify opportunities for improvement.

Consider these best practices:

• Inspect irrigation systems for leaks or damaged components
• Adjust sprinkler heads to improve coverage and eliminate overspray
• Review watering schedules to reflect seasonal weather conditions
• Upgrade to weather-based smart controllers where appropriate
• Schedule periodic irrigation audits to improve system efficiency
• Work with qualified irrigation professionals to maximize long-term performance

These simple practices help reduce water waste while protecting valuable landscape and agricultural investments.

Join the Industry for Wear Blue Wednesday

Each Smart Irrigation Month, irrigation professionals across North America come together to raise awareness about water conservation by participating in Wear Blue Wednesday.

This year, we encourage everyone to wear blue on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, and help demonstrate the industry’s commitment to responsible water management and sustainable irrigation practices.

Whether you are in the field, at a distributor branch, or in the office, join us by wearing blue and sharing your support for Smart Irrigation Month.

Celebrating Smart Irrigation and America

Smart Irrigation Month reminds us that innovation and stewardship go hand in hand. Every improvement in irrigation efficiency helps conserve water, strengthen landscapes, improve agricultural productivity, and support more sustainable communities.

As we begin Smart Irrigation Month, we also wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day weekend as our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States. It is a fitting reminder that protecting our natural resources today helps ensure a stronger future for generations to come.

From all of us at Husqvarna Professional and Ag Irrigation, Happy Smart Irrigation Month and Happy Independence Day!