Cotton Update: GCC, UGA Encourage Growers to be Timely in Harvests

Dan Cotton, Georgia, Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension Cotton Team encourage growers that still have cotton left to be harvested to be timely in their defoliation sprays and take advantage when weather permits. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, provided an update. “We’re about to get into our typical November, December pattern where it’s …

Acreage Projections for 2024

Dan Commodities, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Soybeans, Wheat

Acreage projections for 2024 major row crops have been released. Mark Oppold notes soybean acres are expected to be up, while corn is down. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …

Hoping for a Rebound in the Ag Trade

Dan Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Trade, Wheat

Many agricultural commodities saw a tough week this week. But as Mark Oppold reports, many traders are looking for a rebound. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive …

Georgia Cotton Growers Should Take Advantage of Weather Conditions

Dan Cotton, Field Crops, Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension encourage producers to take advantage of weather conditions this week. Warmer temperatures provide more advantageous conditions for growers looking to defoliate and harvest their crop. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, talks about that issue. “It’s going to be a little bit warmer this week, so if …

Looking at the Corn, Soybean and Cotton Trade

Dan Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Soybeans

The corn, soybean and cotton trade are all being watched fairly close this week. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …

Treasury Bond Market Upsetting Wall Street

Dan Commodities, Cotton, Economy, Soybeans

The treasury bond market is upsetting many on Wall Street. Mark Oppold explains why. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …

Grain and Livestock Trading Update

Dan Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Soybeans, Wheat

There are a variety of factors affecting both the grain and livestock trades at this time.  Mark Oppold has an update. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In …

Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks Off Today

Dan Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Sunbelt Ag Expo, Wheat

The weather forecast looks great for the 2023 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia. Those attending this year’s event will be able to learn about the latest technological advancements. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Lower Projected Yields Could be Supportive

Dan Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Soybeans, Wheat

Lower projected yields from last week’s USDA crop reports could be supportive. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by …

The Cotton Board Names New
Southeast Regional Communication Manager

Dan Cotton

Long-Time Southeast RCM, Monty Bain, Announces Retirement (MEMPHIS, TN/October 12, 2023) —The Cotton Board has hired Daniel Radford as its new Southeast Regional Communication Manager (RCM). Raford’s territory includes: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Radford will inherit the territory of The Cotton Board’s long-time Southeast RCM, Monty Bain, who announced his intention to retire in March …