USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) have released their October crop reports, and Becky Sommer with NASS in Washington D.C. says the U.S. cotton production estimate is down fourteen percent from last year’s crop. All cotton production is forecast at 17.0 million 480-pound bales, down less than 1 percent from the previous forecast, and down 14 percent from 2019. All cotton planted totaled 12.1 million …
Second-Annual World Cotton Day Offers Virtual Events Across the Globe
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 7, 2020) – The second-annual celebration of World Cotton Day on Oct. 7 is set to once again pay tribute to what’s often called the “most important natural fiber in the world.” This year, the observance will come to life through virtual events covering an array of topics surrounding cotton, hosted by key global cotton stakeholders and …
Cotton, Peanut Harvest Update
The past week has seen cooler, dryer air across the Southeast which has helped in getting cotton and peanut harvest back underway in many areas. According to USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey, a majority of the nation’s cotton bolls are open. But the recent rains have put harvest across much of the Southeast behind, not only last year’s pace, but also …
Virtual Format Set for 2021 Beltwide Cotton Conferences
The National Cotton Council (NCC) will conduct the 2021 Beltwide Cotton Conferences (BWCC) virtually on Jan. 5-7 (Tuesday-Thursday) due to continued concerns regarding COVID-19’s spread. The BWCC, coordinated by the NCC, annually brings together university and USDA researchers, regulatory agencies, extension personnel/agents, consultants, and industry sales/support personnel to exchange information about new products and production/processing systems that can be tailored …
How Has Heavy Rain Affected Cotton Crop Development in the SE?
Between Tropical Storm Beta and Hurricane Sally, heavy rains have recently moved across cotton fields in certain parts of the Southeast. A story from Stephanie Ho looks at how crop development may be affected. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida …
GCC Executive Director Touts U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) executive director Taylor Sills is encouraging Georgia growers to join in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol movement. A nationwide grower recruitment campaign was launched recently and encourages farmers to participate and ensure markets for their cotton by demonstrating the sustainability record of American cotton in the global market. “The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is very important. …
Cotton, Peanut Harvest Update
Cooler, dryer air is moving across the Southeast, which will aid in the harvest of both cotton and peanut fields. But recent rains slowed that progress this past week, and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey has the latest look at the nation’s cotton condition ratings. . And Rippy notes the past week was not a good one for field work for …
NCC Chairman on Doing Business Virtually
Despite the challenges during the COVID-19 Pandemic, the National Cotton Council (NCC) has been busy doing the business needed for the cotton industry. NCC Chairman Kent Fountain, a ginner from Surrency, Georgia, told Southeast AgNet most of what they have been doing is virtual. To learn more on how the NCC is continuing to work for producers and the entire …
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Launches Nationwide Grower Recruitment Campaign
MEMPHIS, TENN. – American cotton growers now can join the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, a new standard for verifying the sustainability progress of U.S. cotton. As consumers continue to demand eco-friendly products, enrolling in the Trust Protocol will help growers ensure markets for their cotton by verifiably demonstrating the sustainability record of American cotton in the global market. At a …
Alabama Cotton Producers Dealing With Aftermath of Hurricane Sally
By Clint Thompson Alabama cotton farmers continue to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Sally, who just two days ago, upended this year’s work by producers in the southwest part of the state; specifically those in Escambia, Monroe and Baldwin Counties. One of those producers, Ed Kane, who also serves as a consultant, discussed the impact Wednesday’s storm had on …