March 25, 2026: SK Branch Webinar: Irrigation Technologies to Get More Yield per Field, More Feed per Seed, and More Crop per Drop
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – 12 pm CST SK
Topic: Irrigation Technologies to Get More Yield per Field, More Feed per Seed, and More Crop per Drop
Speaker: Ryan Husband, P.Eng., Executive Director, Irrigation Saskatchewan
Description:
This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of irrigation’s role in sustaining and advancing agricultural production, from its origins in ancient civilizations to modern-day innovations. It traces the development of irrigation in Saskatchewan, from early settlement challenges in the Palliser Triangle to the creation of major water infrastructure like Lake Diefenbaker. It highlights the growing need for reliable water management in the face of climate variability.
The session the impacts of a changing climate on water availability, and the evolution of irrigation technologies, including pivots, low-pressure systems, and precision tools. It also showcases advancements in irrigation scheduling, satellite monitoring, variable rate irrigation, and crop genetics that are improving efficiency and productivity.
Finally, the presentation highlights the work of Irrigation Saskatchewan, including current initiatives such as water monitoring projects, and underscores the critical role irrigation will play in ensuring resilient, sustainable food production into the future
This webinar series is hosted by the CWRA Saskatchewan Branch. You can register for individual webinar(s) or for the full webinar series below.
CWRA Saskatchewan is pleased to offer the 2025-2026 Webinar Series at a sliding scale fee! All proceeds will go towards Project WET Canada.
For all members and non-members, there is a suggested fee for registration below. To pay-what-you-can, either select the suggested fee, or edit the amount in the field to proceed with registration.
