The top smart irrigation companies for 2027 are Netafim for drip irrigation and AI fertigation, Lindsay for Zimmatic pivots and FieldNET remote control, Valmont for Valley pivots and AI crop monitoring, Rivulis for micro-irrigation with digital management, and Jain Irrigation for drip systems across India and emerging markets. Reinke, CropX, Hortau, Rain Bird and Toro round out the list.
Smart irrigation pairs drip lines, pivots and sprinklers with soil sensors, weather data and remote controls so farms apply only the water crops need. With droughts, water restrictions and energy costs rising, the payback is often fast.
CropX combines in-ground soil sensors with satellite and weather data to recommend when and how much to irrigate.
It works across irrigation brands, so farms can add it to existing systems.
8. Hortau — Precision Irrigation For High-Value Crops
Hortau uses soil tension sensors and automated controls to manage irrigation for berries, nuts, vegetables and other high-value crops.
Its field service support helps growers act on the data, not just collect it.
9. Rain Bird — Controllers And Components For Every Scale
Rain Bird makes sprinklers, drip components and irrigation controllers for agriculture, landscapes and golf.
Its broad range makes it a common choice for nurseries and smaller farms.
10. Toro — Drip Tape And Micro-Irrigation For Growers
Toro’s agricultural irrigation business supplies drip tape, micro-irrigation components and controls for vegetable and specialty crop growers.
Growers value its proven drip tape for row crops such as vegetables and berries.
How We Chose These Companies
We compared irrigation companies on:
Water savings and yield results
Remote monitoring and automation
Fit for row crops, orchards or specialty crops
Global reach and dealer support
Integration with sensors and farm software
How To Choose Smart Irrigation
Drip, pivot or sprinkler?
Drip suits orchards, vineyards and vegetables. Center pivots suit large row-crop fields. The system type narrows your suppliers.
Do you need sensors, control or both?
Soil sensors from CropX or Hortau tell you when to water. Remote control platforms such as FieldNET let you act on it.
Will it fit your current system?
Many sensor and control tools retrofit to existing pivots and drip systems, which is cheaper than starting over.
What support is nearby?
Irrigation failures in peak season are costly, so local dealer service matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is smart irrigation?
Smart irrigation uses sensors, weather data and automated controls to apply water only when and where crops need it.
How much water does drip irrigation save?
Drip irrigation typically uses far less water than flood or sprinkler irrigation because it delivers water directly to the root zone.
Can I control center pivots remotely?
Yes. Platforms such as Lindsay FieldNET and Valley remote panels let farmers start, stop and adjust pivots from a phone.
Do soil moisture sensors pay off?
For irrigated crops, sensors usually pay back through water, energy and fertilizer savings plus better yields.
Conclusion
Netafim, Rivulis and Jain lead in drip, Lindsay, Valmont and Reinke lead in pivots, CropX and Hortau bring soil-based decisions, and Rain Bird and Toro supply components and controllers for every scale.
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