In April 2026, Golf Course Architecture magazine highlighted several new golf course developments around the world and noted the role of Rain Bird in supporting these projects.

On March 12, Rain Bird hosted the Irrigation Pro Summit in New Jersey, bringing together industry professionals to share insights and experience. During the event, the Sprinkler Nerd Podcast recorded a special three-part series, hosted by Andy Humphrey, featuring conversations with irrigation experts on the evolution of irrigation technology, systems, and innovation.

Matt Prucinsky, director of engineering, design and development, was recently featured as an expert columnist in Green Industry Pros.

On March 6, The Landscaper’s Guide podcast released a new episode featuring Sean Azad, marketing manager for landscape controls at Rain Bird.

Golf Course Industry featured Rain Bird in an article covering the reopening of Colonial Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida.

Irrigation & Lighting recently included Arianne Williams, product manager for landscape sprays and drainage at Rain Bird, as an expert source in an article on the importance of effective pressure management.

The Bob Vila Best of the Test 2025 awards recognized top-performing products that were evaluated, tested, and recommended over the past year. Rain Bird earned recognition in the Best Outdoor Tools category for its Premium Hose End Timer.

In the December 2025 issue of Turf Talk magazine, Rain Bird’s Integrated Control (IC) System™ and CirrusPRO™ software were showcased in a feature about golf course irrigation advancements across Southeast Asia.

TEST Bild, a well-known German electronics publication, recognized Rain Bird as one of the “Top Brand Garden 2026” for the second year in a row.

The Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) amplified Rain Bird’s recent events in Vietnam in its weekly newsletter, sent to its 100 member companies across the country.