Irrigation Events

January 22, 2026 – Central Minnesota Irrigators Annual Meeting

Thursday, January 22, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Prairie Event Center
201 West Main Street, Parkers Prairie, MN 56361

Join irrigators, industry partners, and agency representatives from across Central Minnesota for the 2026 Central Minnesota Irrigators (CMI) Annual Meeting. This annual gathering brings producers together to hear key updates, discuss regional issues, and connect with partners who support irrigated agriculture.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., with the program running from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided, followed by the business meeting and door prize drawing.

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Featured Presentations & Updates

• Water Quality Update

Kristi Anderson, Northwest Aquatic Testing Services (NWATS)
Kristi will share the latest water-quality monitoring results from the Shell River and Straight River—highlighting trends, emerging concerns, and what these findings mean for irrigators heading into the 2026 growing season.

• Research at the CLC Ag & Energy Center

Cory Detloff, Central Lakes College
Cory will provide an update on current irrigation and crop research taking place at the CLC Ag & Energy Center, including new practices, applied trials, and local data that support on-farm decision-making.

• Statewide Irrigation Update

Jake Wildman, President, Irrigators Association of Minnesota
Jake will share a statewide perspective on policy discussions, regulatory topics, and issues influencing irrigators across Minnesota as we move into the new year.

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By-Law Changes

Proposed updates to the Central Minnesota Irrigators by-laws will be presented during the meeting. Members in attendance will have the opportunity to review and vote on the changes.

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Why Attend?

• Hear timely updates that directly impact irrigated agriculture
• Learn from local water-quality and research findings
• Stay informed on statewide irrigation issues
• Connect with fellow irrigators, partners, and agency staff
• Enjoy a provided lunch and valuable networking

Additional event information—including any added agenda items—will be shared as the date approaches.

February 19, 2026 – IAM Annual Convention & Expo

Irrigators Association of Minnesota is a statewide association solely concerned with irrigated agriculture and dedicated to the management of Minnesota land and water resources. IAM will be holding their 51st Annual Convention & Expo on February 19, 2026, at The Park Event Center in Waite Park, MN. Event details to come.