Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT)

The Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT) supports developing and deploying technologies that will bring the world the most innovative products and resource management tools. The Center is built on a foundation of innovation and technology transfer focused on testing, applied research, and entrepreneurship. Since 1980, CIT staff has worked with the public and private sectors to advance irrigation, water, and energy technologies and management practices. 

 

   Registration is open for the 8th Annual AgTechDay on Friday, October 25, 2024

AgTech Day is an educational event that showcases the latest innovations in Ag irrigation technology during live field demonstrations, educational presentations, and a trade show. This year the field demos will feature Electrification in Agriculture, Irrigation Automation, and Groundwater Recharge (SSAGR).
The field demos will be followed by a trade show with 30 exhibitors showcasing new, innovative technologies. This free, in-person educational event will run from 7:00 a.m. until 2 p.m. PT. Complimentary parking, bus transportation to field presentations, morning refreshments, and
lunch are included with your registration. Ag Tech Day Registration is open for attendees.

See event schedule for more details.

SPACE IS LIMITED! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

CIT sincerely appreciates the support of our sponsors, exhibitors, and speakers and hopes the day is a productive and enjoyable experience for our attendees. Exhibit space is available. Call CIT 559.278.2066 if you are interested in exhibiting. A list of vendors and additional information from
the 2023 AgTech Day can be found here.

 

Stop by the CIT booth at the Irrigation Association Show in Long Beach November 6-7

Fresno State will be represented in booth 148 by The Center for Irrigation Technology, the Water, Energy and Technology Center, and the Advanced Pumping Efficiency Program. Stop by and see us in booth 148 near Innovation Row.

We will also be celebrating the IA 2024 Excellence in Education Award recipient – Dr. Dave Goorahoo. This award recognizes an outstanding educator who teaches irrigation, water management and/or water conservation and has a commitment to not only elevating the level of education but also promoting the field of irrigation as a viable and sustainable career to students. He has been doing just that at Fresno State for 24 years and is the second Fresno State professor to receive the award. Dr. Florence Cassel Sharma was the 2021 recipient.

 

The Advanced Pumping Efficiency Program (APEP) is CIT’s longest-running program. Funded by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), its purpose is to educate and promote electric savings through better and more efficient energy and water use. The goals are to get highly efficient hardware in the field (including subsidized pump testing) and to ensure this hardware is managed correctly through extensive in-person, live demonstration, virtual, and on-demand educational events. For more information, visit the APEP website here.