Read the Second Announcement

We are delighted to announce the publication of the Second Announcement for the 26th International Congress on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID 2026), taking place from 12 to 17 October 2026 in Marseille, France.

Under the theme “Water and Agricultural Resilience in the Face of Climate Change,” ICID 2026 will gather participants from more than 50 countries: researchers, engineers, policymakers, NGOs, and civil society. They will exchange knowledge and co-create solutions for the future of water and agriculture.

Three key questions will guide the discussions:

• In the face of climate change, how can irrigation and drainage contribute to the agro-ecological transition?
• Innovative technology and practices for increasing water use efficiency. Irrigation management and services, remote sensing, irrigation equipment,... where do we stand?
• Non-conventional water (REUSE, desalination): can we really loosen the grip on the resource and for what uses?

The Congress will feature a rich and hybrid programme:

• Scientific sessions
• Technical visits
• Thematic side-events
• Public policy forum
• +70 exhibitors and partners showcasing French expertise