(NCC/MEMPHIS, TN/June 22, 2023) — Twelve U.S. cotton industry members were chosen for the National Cotton Council’s 2023 Emerging Leaders Program. Representing many of the industry’s segments were: PRODUCERS – Trey Beyer, Portland, Texas; Ryan Johnson, Wilmot, Ark.; Nick Marshall, Baker, Fla.; John Newby, Athens, Ala.; Ross Rayner, Goodyear, Ariz.; Will Sanford, Prattville, Ala.; and Blake Wilbur, Tulare, Calif.; GINNER …
Cotton Futures Losing Ground
When it comes to the cotton trade, futures have seen a losing trend as of late. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Cotton Futures Not Following Grain Trade
Markets re-open today after a long holiday weekend. But Mark Oppold reports some will be watching cotton futures, as last week they didn’t follow the grain trade. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Storm Aftermath: UGA Extension Cotton Specialist Discusses Hail Damage
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Team are providing guidance to producers impacted by hail damage from the storms this week. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, focused on the steps that growers need to take over the next week in surveying the aftermath. “I have been getting pictures from agents and growers …
Rainy Conditions: Young Cotton Plants Not Vulnerable to Disease Pressure Yet
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension Cotton Team are comforting growers concerned about a buildup of disease pressure amid the rainy conditions this week. Bob Kemerait, UGA Extension plant pathologist, talks about why diseases like target spot are not yet concerning for producers in South Georgia. “Most of our cotton is still relatively …
Grain Traders Ignoring Export Numbers
When it comes to the grain trade right now, traders seem to me ignoring the latest export numbers. Mark Oppold has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Nutrient Needs for Cotton
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia Cotton Team remind producers about early-season nutrient needs. Most, if not all, of this year’s crop has been planted. It requires a steady amount of nutrients to continue growing. Glen Harris, University of Georgia (UGA) professor and Extension agronomist in environmental soil and fertilizer, focuses on the two main …
New Numbers from Traders Report
A recent traders report shows some interesting numbers when it comes to the cotton industry. Mark Oppold has more on what the report indicates. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Early-Season Pest Management Key for Georgia Cotton Growers
The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) and University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Team remind growers about the importance of early-season pest management. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, provides producers tips that should help their crop continue to flourish. “Conditions have been fantastic. A lot of the folks that I’m talking to say it might be the best stand they’ve had …
Enrollment Open for U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
The Georgia Cotton Commission reminds producers that enrollment is open for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol 2023 crop year and will remain open through Sept. 1. It provides growers the opportunity to complete data entry prior to harvest. The Trust Protocol is a voluntary, farm level science-based sustainability program that sets a new standard for delivering value to all stakeholders across …