The 2003 Irrigation Association Awards

1. Person of the Year
Ron Marlow, of the USDA?EUR??,,????'???s Natural Resources Conservation Services, was recognized for his ability to establish and cultivate liaisons with universities, private organizations and federal, state, and local government agencies. He supervises the technical activities of more than 100 engineering and related specialists for numerous divisions such as the NRCS Conservation Engineering Division and National Water and Climate Center. He helps develop and dissemination technologies and standards to prevent flooding, pollution, and to enhance the environment.

2. Industry Achievement
Bob Rupar, vice president of marketing for the Nelson Irrigation Corporation of Walla Walla, Washington, is described by his peers as ?EUR??,,????'??passionate about the irrigation business.?EUR??,,????'?? Mr. Rupar has 40 years of irrigation industry experience.

3. Crawford Reid Memorial
Gary Underhill, of Underhill International Corp., serves on the strategic advisory council of the Irrigation Association. The award recognizes his ?EUR??,,????'??major advancements of the industry outside the United States.?EUR??,,????'??

Partner of the Year
The Associated Landscape Contractors of America received the ?EUR??,,????'??Partner of the Year?EUR??,,????'?? award for its participation in linking the IA and ALCA certification programs.