Register for 2026 Nebraska Master Irrigator Discussions

by Crystal Powers | Statewide Water Extension Educator

January 28, 2026

A center pivot irrigates a lush soybean field and a rainbow develops in the mist below the sprinklers
How do you get more out of every inch of water and pound of nitrogen? The Nebraska Master Irrigator Discussions bring farmers, industry, and conservation partners together for two days of focused, practical conversation on irrigation and nitrogen management.
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Join us for an opportunity to dig deeper and talk shop about the issues at the top of your mind. Farmers are invited to meet with business and conservation partners to discuss how to grow more with less — making the most of existing farm investments, improving margins, and strengthening Nebraska’s soil and water resources for the future.

Each location will host a two-day meeting series, with one meeting focused on irrigation challenges and the second focused on nitrogen challenges. Meetings will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

The meetings will also include opportunities to visit with TAPS and on-farm research participants and learn more about available incentive programs.

This event qualifies for select NRD Nitrogen Certification Training. CCA Continuing Education Credits have been applied for.

2026 Nebraska Master Irrigator Discussions
Location

Day 1: Irrigation Challenge

Day 2: Nitrogen Challenge

 
  • Getting the most out of your equipment
  • Saving water and pumping costs  
  • Support tools and new technology
  • Soil health and regenerative agriculture 
  • Reducing fertilizer losses 
  • In-season nitrogen challenge
Grand Island

Wednesday, Feb. 25

Monday, March 2

Beatrice

Friday, Feb. 27

Wednesday, March 18

Norfolk

Friday, March 6

Wednesday, March 11

North Platte

Dec. 5, 2025

Friday, March 13

 

Industry Partners and Panelists: 
  • Arable
  • Bish
  • CropX
  • Delta Plastics
  • Goanna Ag
  • Komet
  • Lindsey
  • Nelson
  • Prairie Fire Ag Solutions
  • Reinke
  • Senninger
  • Sentinel
  • Valley
  • T-L
  • BioAg Solutions
  • Yield Plus Agronomics

Thank you to our ag business partners for supporting lunch.

This event is sponsored by University of Nebraska Extension, USDA-NRCS, Nebraska Water Center, and the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska. Any questions or accommodation requests, please reach out to Crystal Powers.

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