All rights reserved. The fund has the support of a core group of companies and individuals in the commercial irrigation industry, stated CIT Director David Zoldoske in announcing the endowment. The endowment was established to support educational activities for both industry and the community. In outlining the need for financial support, Zoldoske said that since its formation 15 years ago at the behest of the irrigation industry, CIT remains largely self-supporting, with less than 20 percent of its funding coming directly from state sources.
Educational events are mostly self-funded through fee arrangements.
But this has left out a large portion of the industry, where fees are inappropriate or not possible. The endowment will enable CIT to make events and activities available to every level of the industry, as well as to interested individuals. The core of industry leaders making the first pledges includes Ewing Irrigation Products, Hunter Industries, Mr. David Miller, Rain Bird Sales, The Toro Company and Valmont Irrigation. Zoldoske applauded their support. All rights reserved.