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April 2013
• Can Better Prices Increase Cotton Acres?
• What Customers Want
• It's Important To Know Your Legislator
• Young Plants Must Be Protected
• Ginning Marketplace
• Editor's Note
• Cotton's Agenda
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Web Poll
• My Turn
March 2013
• Staying Focused
• What Customers Want
• Jimmy Dodson To Lead NCC in 2013
• New NCC Leaders Elected for 2013
• Texas Gins' Goal? Avoid Contamination
• Texas Producers Proactive On Weed, Water Issues
• On-Farm Innovation Transforms Agriculture
• Cotton Incorporated Adds New Online Program
• Precision Management Key To Success
• Water Crisis Looms In California
• Ginning Marketplace
• Editor's Note
• Cotton's Agenda
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Web Poll
• My Turn
SPECIAL SECTION: TCGA
• TCGA Schedule of Events
• Message from Tony Williams
• President's Report – Dan Jackson
• Ginner Of The Year — Prentice Fred
• Incoming President — Danny Moses
• TCGA Scholarship Program – A Commitment To Agriculture
• Q&A: Jimmy Roppolo – Man On The Move
• Cotton Farming, TCGA Continue Special Alliance
• Overton Hotel Will Again Serve As TCGA Headquarters
• Exhibitors & Booth Numbers
• Timely Topics Slated For Gin Schools
• Don't Forget To Go Outside
• PCG To Deal With Big Issues At Its Annual Meeting
• Plenty To Do At TCGA Show
• TCGA Staff
• Trust Makes Preparation For 20th Season
• TCGA Officers and Directors
• Want To Do Some Sightseeing? You'll Find It In Lubbock
• Findley, Roppolo Receive Special Awards
February 2013
• Success In South Georgia
• What Customers Want
• TCGA’s Mission? Persevere In 2013
• Mid-South Farm/Gin Show – The Place To Be
• Beltwide Review
• Vietnam’s Mills Aim For More Efficiency
• AgrAbility Gives Hope To Disabled Farmers
• California Farmers To Study Food Safety Rules
• Specialized Equipment Prevents Contamination
• Plow Down Programs Help Control Key Pests
• World Ag Expo Ready To Begin 46th Year
• Ginning Marketplace
• Editor's Note
• Industry Comments
• Industry News
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton's Agenda
• Web Poll
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• My Turn
January 2013
• Cotton's Tradition
• What Customers Want
• Ark. Consultants Cope With Drought
• River's Low Level Poses Problem
• Technology Promotes Efficiency
• U.S.-EU Talks Could Open Doors For Trade
• Early Rainfall Affected Agricenter Crop
• Cotton Fashion Show - A 24-Hour Marathon
• High Yields Possible During Texas Drought
• Calif. Farmers Confront Health Care Rule
• U.S. Goes To War Against Insects
• Farm Bureau Calls For Unity On Ag Issues
• Deltapine Adds Three Varieties For 2013
• Ginning Marketplace
• It's Not Easy Finding Farm Workers
• Publisher's Note
• Editor's Note
• Cotton's Agenda
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Web Poll
• Specialists Speaking
• My Turn
December 2012
• A Volatile Market
• Good Yields Expected In Southeast
• USDA Assisting In Hurricane Relief
• Calif. Voters Defeat Food Label Initiative
• What Customers Want
• Farmers Affected By 'Fiscal Cliff'
• Japanese Retailers Like U.S. Cotton
• Congress Urged To Move Fast On Crucial Issues
• Researchers' Objective: Control Lygus Problem
• Ginning Marketplace
• Need An App For Insecticide Spray?
• UC-Davis Scientist Awarded Special Grant
• Editor's Note
• Industry Comments
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Web Poll
• Cotton's Agenda
• Industry News
• Specialists Speaking
• My Turn
November 2012
• 2013 Seed Variety Guide
• Ag Secretary Wants Support For Farm Exports
• The Last Crop
• What Customers Want: Quality Is Key In Cotton Textile Value Chain
• Harvest Progressing Well In SJV Region
• Conventional Varieties Prove Their Worth
• California Farm Bureau Receives Top Honor
• Ginning Leader Valco Wins Award
• AFBF Joins Lawsuit Against EPA
• BWCC To Host Consultants Again
• Editor's Note: Was It A Perfect Field Of Cotton
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Goal Is ‘ To Make Every Dollar Count’
• Web Poll: Price: No. 1 Influencer For 2013 Cotton Acres
• Cotton's Agenda: Ensuring Voice And Vision
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Gins Doing Excellent Job Of Controlling Dust
• Specialists Speaking: Early Harvest Reports Positive Across Belt
• My Turn: Blue Skies And White Cotton
• Industry News
October 2012
• Texas Comeback
• Western Ginners Try To Protect Fiber Quality
• USDA Offers Help To 22 States
• What Customers Want: Quality Must Be A Priority For Producers
• USDA Plans Regional Drought Meetings
• Editor's Note: Texas Strategy: Survive The Drought
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Water Chased The Crop Dollars In Texas Panhandle
• Web Poll: Poll Participants Rate 2012 Crop
• Cotton's Agenda: An Intelligent Investment
• Specialists Speaking: Producers Optimistic About Harvest
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Precautions Necessary For Handling Round Modules
• My Turn: Is Washington Listening?
September 2012
• Missouri Gin Committed To Quality
• Cotton School Creates Career Opportunities
• What Customers Want: Mills Expect Better Quality For Cotton
• Southern Ginners Adjust To New Environment
• Learning Experience
• Cottonseed Oil Has The ‘Right Taste’
• Editor's Note: Ginners Adapting To New Challenges
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Dealing With Details
• Web Poll: 2008 Farm Bill Extension Anticipated
• Cotton's Agenda: Striving For Zero Tolerance
• Specialists Speaking: This Year's Crop Overcame Heat, Drought
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Drought May Affect Fiber Properties At Gin
• My Turn: Saying Good-bye
August 2012
• Managing For Earliness
• High Hopes For TCGA
• What Customers Want
• New Mexico’s Research Has Rich History
• Many Factors Affect Cotton Demand
• Editor's Note: What's Really Beautiful? A Bloom In June
• Web Poll: 2011 Vs. 2012: Crop Progress Report
• Cotton's Agenda: Promoting The Positives
• Specialists Speaking: Crop Inches Closer To Defoliation
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Major Ginning Priority: Keep The Cotton Clean
• My Turn: The Long Journey
July 2012
• Water Efficiency
• What Customers Want
• Sensor-Based Irrigation Proves Its Worth
• Insect Control Strategies Are Crucial<
• Editor's Note
• Cotton's Agenda
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: Urban Versus Rural
June 2012
• Solar, Wind Energy – Ag's Next Big Frontier?
• What Customers Want
• Early Season Vigor Minimizes Pest Problems
• Alternative Energy Options Limited In West
• Editor's Note
• Web Poll
• Cotton's Agenda
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: Living In The Delta
May 2012
• Tankmix Options
• TCGA Optimistic About 2012 Season
• What Customers Want: Textile Supply Chain Needs Effective Strategies
• How To Combat Early Season Thrips
• FFA Chapters Win Video Contest
• Cotton Incorporated Launches New TV Ads
• Editor's Note: War On Weeds Continues To Rage
• Cotton's Agenda: A Hazy Outlook
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: It’s Never Too Late To Learn About Ginning
• My Turn: Riding Into Town
April 2012
• Rep. Stephen Fincher (R-Tenn.)
• What Customers Want
• Preparation Is Key To Insect Pest Control
• Wheat-Cotton Makes Money
• Web Poll: Mobile Devices On The Turnrow
• Cotton Board Discusses Priorities At Meeting
• Cotton's Agenda
• Calif. Regulators To Target Farms
• Editor's Note
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: California's Water Wars
March 2012
• Texas Turnaround
• What Customers Want: Home Textile Market Needs Cotton Quality
• TCGA: Want To Gin Smarter? Get An iPhone
• Web Poll: Weed Control Confidence Growing
• Trait Technology Approved
• Cotton's Agenda: Rationale For Reality
• Research Continues On Root Rot Problem
• Attractive Jobs Await Ag Grads
• USDA Offers More Online Tools To Farmers
• A Tug Of War At 90 Cents
• Producers, Landowners Ready For CRP Signup
• How Will Peanuts Fit Into Arkansas Crop Mix?
• California Wants Immigration Solutions
• Farm Bureau Families Donate Food For Needy
• Georgia’s Coley Elected NCC Chairman
• China, U.S. Sign Ag Agreement
• Editor's Note: Industry Leaders Deliver For Texas
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: More than One Way To Skin a Cottonseed
• My Turn: Going Home
SPECIAL SECTION: TCGA
• TCGA Schedule of Events
• High Tech In Texas
• Barry Street, President
• Phil Hickman, Ginner of the Year
• TCGA Scholarship Program Continues To Thrive
• Dan Jackson, Incoming TCGA President
• Q&A: Lee Tiller Stays Optimistic About The Future
• Cotton Farming, TCGA – A Special Partnership
• Overton Hotel Will Serve As TCGA’s Headquarters
• TCGA Exhibitors & Booth Numbers
• Exhibit Hall Map
• Trust Completes Another Successful Year
• TCGA Officers and Directors
• Gin Courses Appeal To Bigger Audience
• What To Do In Lubbock
• Plains Cotton Growers
• TCGA Staff
• Tiller To Lead NCGA In 2012
February 2012
• Father-Son Approach Works For Taylor Farm
• TCGA Outlook – More Technology, Better Crop
• World Ag Expo – 45 Years Of Success
• If A Variety Fits, Plant It
• USDA Supports Renewable Energy Projects
• More Regulations Unnecessary
• Mid-South Farm Show Still Growing After 60 Years
• Cotton Research Makes Significant Breakthrough
• U.S. Agriculture – A True Success Story
• Cotton's Agenda: Tenuous Timetable
• Western Producers Reduce Insect Costs
• Early Identification Of Leaf Spot Is Crucial
• Vietnam Represents Market For U.S. Cotton
• Even Equipment Dealers Watch The Skies
• Vilsack Praises American Farmers
• Industry Prepares For Elections, Farm Bill
• USDA Closures Affect California Cotton
• USDA Awards New Grants For Studying Water Quality
• Bayer Launches Two New Varieties
• National Agriculture Day To Be Celebrated In Washington
• Web Poll: Current Estate Tax Policy Faces Sunset
• What Customers Want: It Matters What Your Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: Survival Plan
January 2012
• Looking Ahead
• Big Questions
• Finding Solutions
• Safety Net
• Variety Data Must Be Studied
• Riverside Farmer Wins Special Award
• Estate Tax Issue Crucial For California Farms • USDA To Help Restore Gulf Coast
• Navy Announces Purchase Of Biofuel
• Deltapine Launches Three New Varieties
• Back To Drawing Board For Farm Bill Debate
• Record Floods Presented Challenge To Agricenter
• Mid-South Farmers Forge On Despite 2011 Adversity
• CFBF Group Completes Special Class
• New Arkansas Gin Gains Global Reputation
• Kansas State Students Embrace Cotton Class
• Old Gins Have A Special Charm
• American Ag Provides Array Of Food Choices
• Energy Grants Help Rural Areas
• AFBF Files Comments On Child Labor
• Web Poll: Price Still Drives Cotton Acreage
• Cotton's Agenda
• What Customers Want
• Publisher's Note
• Editor's Note
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: Fighting Harder
December 2011
• It Was A Year Unlike Any Other
• Despite Volatile Season, Outlook Is Optimistic
• After Record Drought, Texas Hopeful About 2012
• Can We Do Anything About The Weather?
• South Georgia Crop – Rough Start, Great Finish
• Research Priorities Are Changing
• Labor Issues Remain Crucial For Industry
• Residual Herbicides Effective On N.C. Pigweed
• Another Option For Producers – Conventional Cotton
• Commodity Groups Want Fairness In Bill
• Farm Bureau Unhappy With EPA
• Asia Pacific Region – Key Market For U.S. Ag
• BWCC Ginning Conference Features High-Tech Applications
• California Producers Hurry To Finish Harvest
• USDA Seeks Help For Arizona Rural Areas
• FSA Begins Task Of County Committee Elections
• California County Farm Bureaus Honored
• CFBF Adds Field Rep To Staff
• Web Poll: Conventional Back In The Mix
• Cotton's Agenda
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: The Changing Landscape
November 2011
• Seed Decisions – Every Year Is Different
• It’s Time To Make Crucial Decisions
• Companies Unite On Weed Issue
• California Farmers Want GPS Systems Protected
• Consultants Conference Continues To Thrive
• Under Armour, Cotton – A Special Partnership
• California Farm Bureau Welcomes Trade Pacts
• Managing Risk
• Let's Get Back To Basics
• Vilsack Issues Call For Young Farmers
• Chinese Scientists Visit Georgia
• U.S. Cotton Quality Continues To Improve
• Landscape Has Changed For Varieties
• Web Poll: Drought Affects Fall Burndown
• Cotton's Agenda
• Crop Insurance – An Important Tool
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry News
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• My Turn: In Search Of A ‘Normal Year’
October 2011
• On With Harvest
• Hurricanes, Tropical Storms Hurt And Helped Cotton
• Congress Introduces Bills On Farm Labor
• USDA To Help Create Rural Jobs
• Veteran Consultants Have Seen It All
• New Mexico Supports Glandless Cotton Research
• Success In South Texas
• Energy Mandates Cause Rush For Farmland
• U.S. Can Solve Financial Problems
• Web Poll: Drought Breaks Records, Tests Spirits
• Cotton's Agenda
• USDA, FDA Offer Flood Relief To Farmers
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• Industry News
• My Turn: Texas Tough
September 2011
• Ginning Tradition
• Texas Father-Son Duo Learns To Grow Cotton
• Q&A: Mid-South Ginners Upbeat About Future
• Cotton School Stresses Importance Of Quality
• Web Poll: Weed War Remains A Work In Progress
• Cotton's Agenda
• Cotton Board
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• Industry News
• My Turn: Keeping The Faith
August 2011
• Miracle Crop
• Gin Schools Finish Successful Year
• Managing Heat-Stressed Cotton
• Central Texas Producers Visit Delta
• TCGA Prepares For Challenging Season
• Web Poll: The Heat Is On, Moisture Is Scarce
• Cotton's Agenda
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Cotton Consultants Corner
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• Industry News
• My Turn: How Things Have Changed
July 2011
• Water Wars
• Water Irrigation Monitoring Systems Show Promise
• Need To Water? Ask MIST
• Nomination Form: Cotton Consultant of the Year
• Web Poll: Readers Discuss 2012 Farm Bill Issues
• Big Plans For Lubbock Ag Museum
• Cotton's Agenda: Fingertip Control
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• Industry News
• My Turn: Importance Of Paperwork
June 2011
• Familiar Insect Pests Haven’t Gone Away
• Pest Damage Still A Concern
• ‘Good Bugs’ Forage For Cotton’s Bad Guys
• Understanding Data Crucial In GPS
• Web Poll: Cotton’s 2011 Logistical Challenges
• Cotton's Agenda: Delivering Early And Often
• What Customers Want
• Editor's Note: Drought, Floods Test Farmers’ Patience
• Industry Comments
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Stream Of Consciousness
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
• Industry News
• My Turn: Feeling Lucky
May 2011
• Cotton Seedlings Need A Strong Start
• Western Farmers Cope With Air Quality Issues
• TCGA Looks Ahead To Promising New Season
• High Prices Create Excitement In Georgia
• Texas FFA Chapter Wins Video Contest
• California Water Debate Rages On
• TCGA Scholarship Fund Increases
• Cotton's Agenda: Regulatory Restraint
• What Customers Want: India’s Mills Must Import Cotton To Meet Demand
• Cotton Board: Listening To The Producer
• Editor's Note: Another Memorable Trip To Lubbock
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace
Fiber Properties Are Important – Ginners Need To Do Their Part
• My Turn: You Have Skin In The Game
April 2011
• Timing Is Everything When Planting
• Ag Secretary Pushes For Export Increase
• Organic Crops Face Budget Cuts
• Passion For Cotton Thrives In West Texas
• Temik Shortage Poses Problems For Producers
• ‘Walking In The Shadow Of Giants’
• Cotton's Agenda: Developing Demand
• What Customers Want: Chinese Mills Demand Quality In Their Cotton
• Editor's Note: Remembering A Special Trip To Japan
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Irrigation Helps Sustain Profitability
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: The 3 Cs Of Cotton Modules
• Industry News
• Cotton Consultants Corner: An Open Mind & Positive Outlook
• My Turn: What’s Old...Is Now New
March 2011
• Cotton – Charting New Waters
• Bob McLendon
• Kenneth Hood
• Bill Lovelady
• Dennis Palmer
• Chart: U.S. & World Cotton – By The Numbers
• Increased Capacity Helps Texas Ginners
• Cotton's Agenda: Don’t Miss Those Deadlines
• Greenhouse Gas Debate Continues
• Don’t Mess With West Texas...Varieties
• Pigweed Hits North Alabama
• Air Quality Rules Help Farmers
• Ginning In The West Continues To Change
• Calif. Ag Summit Focuses On Key Industry Issues
• What Customers Want: Today’s Consumer Won’t Accept Poor Quality
• Cotton Board: Enemy Becomes Friend
• Missouri’s Parker Elected Chairman Of NCC For 2011
• Editor's Note: Want Some Advice? Talk To A Farmer
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: ‘Combo’ Approach For Weed Control
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Don’t Wait Too Long To Schedule Gin Repairs
• Industry News
• Cotton Consultants Corner: ‘Don’t Wait Too Late’
• My Turn: A Fond Farewell
SPECIAL SECTION: TCGA
• TCGA Schedule of Events
• President's Report
• TCGA’s ‘Ginner of the Year’
• Scholarship Awards Announced
• Trust Continues Profitable Trend In 2010
• Incoming TCGA President
• Q&A with Jim Bradford
• TCGA Exhibitors and Booth Numbers
• CF / TCGA Alliance
• Civic Center Map (PDF)
• TCGA Staff
• NFL Referee To Address PCG Annual Meeting
• TCGA’s New Home: Overton Hotel
• TCGA Officers/Directors
• What To Do In Lubbock
• Georgian To Lead National Cotton Ginners
February 2011
• Tough Farmers
• Record Prices Excite Texas Ginners
• Multi-Option Program Begins At Burndown
• Big Crowds Expected At California Show
• USDA Increases Assistance To Military
• Cottonseed Oil In Beignets?
• New Calif. Ag Leader Earns Praise
• Cotton's Agenda: Raising Beltway Awareness
• What Customers Want: Fabric Quality Helps Deliver Best Garments
• Farm Bureau Wants Safety Net
• Value Of Foliar Feeding And Petiole Testing
• Upbeat Mood Evident At BWCC In Atlanta
• Mark Nemec — 2010 CCOY winner
• California Ag Tries To Adjust To Budget Cuts
• Mid-South Gin Show
• Clinton, Stabenow To Speak At Ag Forum
• Editor's Note: Memorable Road Trip To North Alabama
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Potential Effects Of 2010 Elections
• Viewpoint: How Cotton Cleaned Up Its Act
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: BWCC Ginning Conference Discusses ‘Capacity Robbers’
• Industry News
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Variety Selection, Residuals Are Key
• My Turn: A Year Of Changes
January 2011
• Can The Perfect Storm Continue In 2011?
• Price, Price & Price
• SE Leaders Hoping Momentum Continues
• Young Miss. Producer Has His Own Style
• Better Climate Being Forecast For Trade Issues
• Early Rains Helped Agricenter’s ‘10 Crop
• Arkansas To Release New Variety
• Gillon Excited About Returning To Industry
• Cotton's Agenda: U.S. Cotton Capitalizing
• Cotton Board: Knowing When To Quit
• What Customers Want: Cotton Quality Can’t Be Ignored At Retail Level
• Western Producers Need Specialized Varieties
• Companies Help In War On Weeds
• PCG’s Cottonseed Insurance Now Offered
• Deltapine Launches Two New Varieties
• California Farmers Working On Water Quality
• Publisher's Note: Cotton’s Mission: Exceed Expectations
• Editor's Note: Industry's Enthusiasm Hard To Contain This Year
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Reaction To Ag Apps For Cell Phones
• Viewpoint: Want Cotton Quality? Go To Texas
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Know Your Ginning Costs: The Key To Survival
• Industry News
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Cotton Farming Never Stops
• My Turn: Cotton People Won’t Quit
December 2010
• The Farmer’s Best Friend?
• Dynamic, Interactive Program Slated
• It’s A ‘Cotton Year’ In North Georgia
• Farm Bureau Urges Action On Tax Relief
• Another Strategy For Battling Pigweed
• Record Sign-up For Restoring Wetlands
• USDA Announces Export Grants
• Texas Crop May Barely Miss Record
• Cotton's Agenda: Maintain The Momentum
• Did Election Results Help California Farmers?
• What Mills Want: India’s Global Brand Expands
• Editor's Note: Just Another Crazy Year For Cotton
• Web Poll: Readers Rate Impact Of Dollar Cotton
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Ginners Asking Questions About Leaf Grade And Trash
• Industry News
• Cotton Consultants Corner: 2010 – An End Of Season Review
• My Turn: The Tie That Binds
November 2010
• Finding The Best Seed
• 2011 Seed Variety Guide
• Lessons Learned From 2010
• Plenty Of Choices For 2011 Season
• Cotton's Agenda: Getting A Clearer Vision
• Cotton Board Hires Gillon As President
• More Uses Found For Cotton Plant
• Producers, Ginners Confront Air Quality Issues
• What Mills Want: India’s Global Brand Expands
• Editor's Note: Seed Varieties Have Come A Long Way
• Web Poll: Frustration Expressed
• Specialists Speaking
• Long-Term Storage At The Gin Requires Serious Commitment
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Arkansas – ‘Man, What A Year’
• My Turn: Embarking On A New Career
October 2010
• Delta’s Early Harvest Shows Good Potential
• Manage Modules Properly For Quality & Efficiency
• All Signs Point Toward Record Texas Crop
• Cotton's Agenda: Staying on Top
• What Mills Want: Quality Affects Fiber Decisions
• Editor's Note: 2010 Harvest Season Feels A Bit Different
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: It’s Time To Get Ready For Round Modules At The Gin
• Cotton Consultants Corner: Last Nail For The Boll Weevil
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Poll Says Crop Rocks
• My Turn: Texas Ginners Gearing Up
September 2010
• The Kelley Family’s Goal – Ginning Excellence
• Excessive Mid-South Temps Affect Crop
• West’s Biggest Challenge? Finding Enough Water
• Arkansas Embraces VR Technology
• Producers Impressed By Tour Of Latin America
• Is Georgia Ready To Pick Cotton First?
• Cotton School Helps Merchants, Traders
• Editor's Note: Burlison Gin Shows It’s A Family Business
• Cotton's Agenda: Invaluable Investment
• Overheard In Restaurant: “Make Mine Cottonseed”
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Managing Moisture At The Gin Is Crucial For Best Efficiency
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Spotlight On Weeds Early In The Season
• My Turn: Constant Changes
August 2010
• Quality
• Managing ‘May 50th’ Cotton Acres
• SE Producers Adjusting To ‘Post-555 Era’
• Editor's Note: Best Kept Secret? Missouri Cotton
• Cotton's Agenda: A Prudent Priority
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: TCGA Concludes Successful Summer Meeting
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Variable Rate Interest Increases
• My Turn: Breaking All The Rules
July 2010
• Pesky Fleahopper Is Here To Stay
• Tarnished Plant Bugs: Expanding The Playbook
• New ‘Tool’ Can Help Manage Stink Bugs
• Immigration Affects Industry
• Editor's Note: Arkansas Amabassador — Andrew Whisenhunt
• Cotton's Agenda: Keeping An Industry Viable
• Cotton Board: New Tour Spotlights Younger Farmers
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Regional Ginning Reports
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Regulatory Threats Burden Producers
• My Turn: Promise Of Better Days
June 2010
• High Plains Goal: Managing Ogallala Aquifer
• U.S. Cotton Prospects Strong In Vietnam
• Variable Rate Irrigation: Worth Another Look
• AIM For Water Conservation
• It Takes Flexibility To Farm In West Texas
• Editor's Note: Our Water Sources Must Be Protected
• Cotton's Agenda: Arresting Resistance
• Specialists Speaking
• Cotton Ginners Marketplace: Enrollment May Increase At Stoneville Gin School
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: In Reader Poll, Buy-Up Bypasses CAT
• My Turn: Papa’s Bell
May 2010
• Back To Cotton
• CF Magazine Becomes Ginners’ Main Resource
• Mid-South Producers Dodge A Bullet
• TCGA Concludes ‘Upbeat’ Meeting
• Wet Winter Hurts Weed Control
• Editor's Note: Another Chance To Serve The Industry
• Cotton's Agenda: Striking The Right Balance
• Cotton Board: Roller Ginning Aims To Preserve Quality
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry Comments
• Web Poll: Residual Herbicides Called A ‘Necessity’
• My Turn: Keep Looking Ahead
April 2010
• ‘All In The Family’
• How Low Can We Go?
• GPS Systems Improve Accuracy Of Applications
• Farmers Need To Understand Insurance Options
• Don’t Skimp On Early Season Inputs
• Technology Helps Cotton Flow
• Editor's Note: The Family Farm Links All Generations
• Cotton's Agenda: Eradication, Research Vital
• Specialists Speaking
• Industry Comments
• Industry News
• Web Poll: Great Expectations For 2010 Yields
• My Turn: Newfound Optimism
March 2010
Childers, Neugebauer Seek Common Ground
TCGA Opens Doors For Students
Hiring Ag Workers Becomes More Difficult
Pros And Cons Of Early Planting
NCC Critical Of Obama Budget Proposal
Texas Will Challenge EPA’s Recent Actions
Texan Eddie Smith To Lead NCC
Editor's Note: Making The Case For Bipartisanship
Cotton's Agenda: Acting On Regulatory Threats
Specialists Speaking
Research Projects -- A Major Priority
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Land-Care Programs
My Turn: Charting A New Course
SPECIAL SECTION: TCGA
TCGA Schedule of Events
Message From Tony Williams
TCGA’s ‘Ginner of the Year’
TCGA Exhibitors and Booth Numbers
President's Report
Plains Cotton Growers Annual Meeting
Scholarship Awards Announced For 2009-2010
Incoming TCGA President
Trust Enjoys Profitable 2009 Season
TCGA Officers & Directors
Febrauary 2010
Looking Ahead
New Textile Mill Up & Running
Optimism Abounds Prior To TCGA Meeting
Precision Ag Shows It Can Work In Southeast
CF Web Site Has A New Look
Texas Producer Stays Faithful To Cotton
Townsend Honored As CCOY
Arizona Research Agronomist Feaster Receives Genetics Award
Sen. Lincoln To Visit Memphis
Cotton Finds A New Use In Wall Covering
Editor's Note: Larry McClendon’s Memorable Journey
Cotton's Agenda: Rules Should Reflect The Law
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Reader Says, ‘SURE In A Mess’
My Turn: Reality Check
January 2010
Is Comeback Inevitable?
Futures Market, Rotation Positive For Cotton
Increase Expected In Southeast Acres
California Farmers Need Reliable Water Supply
Weather Events Affected 2009 Cotton Crop
New Varieties Show Promise
California Cotton Bounces Back
Cotton Finds A New Use In Wall Covering
Publisher's Note: Learning Lessons From The Past
Editor's Note: When Prices Improved, Producers Responded
Cotton's Agenda: Raise Your Conservation IQ
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Multiple Factors Affect Clear Vision
My Turn: Cotton’s Rebound In Georgia
December 2009
Cotton Delivers
Seeking Help From Capitol Hill
Irrigation...It’s All About Timing
Production Conference: Smorgasbord Of Topics
World Ag Expo Honors Ten New Products
It Pays To Work With Your Lender
Leaf Spot Problem Increases In Georgia
Fall Burndown Helps Control Pigweed
Editor's Note: Looking Back On An Unusual Season
Cotton's Agenda: Active In All Arenas
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: ‘Dance With The One That Brung Ya’
My Turn: Congregating At The Gin
November 2009
2010 Seed Variety Guide
All-New Gin Boasts Highest Capacity In Texas
It’s All About Options When Choosing Varieties
Cotton Board: Conventional Varieties Show Promise
Meredith To Deliver Special Report
Seed Companies Ready For Business
Gin Waste, Cottonseed Can Improve Profits
Calif. Governor Ready To Deal With Water Crisis
Editor's Note: Allied Partners Stay Committed To Cotton
Cotton's Agenda: Proven And Practical
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Readers Rate Crop ‘Good To Fair’
My Turn: Past Evokes Cotton’s Resurgence
October 2009
Record Yields In SW Ark.?
Consultants’ Conference Returns To BWCC
Perfecting The Art Of Harvest
Let’s Keep Improving
Improving Efficiency, Reducing Costs At The Gin
Editor's Note: Loyalty To Cotton Is Rewarded
Cotton's Agenda: A Complicated Chronology
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Interest Leans To Increased Irrigation
My Turn: Lessons Learned On The Farm
September 2009
Be Prepared Before Ginning Starts
Cotton Board: Special Campaign Brings Consumers Closer To Cotton
10 Picker Pointers
Viewpoint: The Good Old Days Of Weed Control
N.C. Producers Face Big Challenges, Small Fields
Editor's Note: Spreading The Word About Cotton
Cotton's Agenda: Contemplating Conservation
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Court Denies Request For Rehearing
My Turn: A Resilient Industry
August 2009
Face To Face
Producers, Ginners Have One Goal: Quality
New ‘Education’ For Arkansas Farmer
Weather Dictates Late Crop Harvest Strategies
Editor's Note: Blanche Lincoln: Ag’s Loyal Supporter
Cotton's Agenda: Costs Outweigh Benefits
Specialists Speaking
Industry News
Industry Comments
Web Poll: In Cotton Country, DCP Trumps ACRE
My Turn: Only in Calee-fornia
July 2009
Pesky Spider Mites Won’t Go Away
Stay In Front Of The Eight Ball
Thrips Control Helps Root Development
July – A Time For Field Days
Spider Mite Research Goes Multi-State
Editor's Note: Rural America Must Be Protected
Cotton's Agenda: No Ill-Advised Changes
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Compensating For Late Planting
My Turn: High On Cotton
June 2009
Precision Irrigation Leads To Efficiency
Exploring The Benefits Of Baled Poultry Litter
Furrow Irrigation Helps Conserve Water
SE Producers Aware Of Irrigation’s Impact
Miss. Flood Project May Be Revived
Grain Storage Solutions Are ‘In The Bag’
Texas Producers Cope With Drought
Attack Plant Bugs Early And Often
Texas Tech Launches New Fabric Laboratory
Editor's Note: Conserving Water – A Priority For Farmers
Viewpoint: U.S. Cotton’s Future Tied To Quality
Cotton's Agenda: Cotton Must Be Equal
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Soil Testing Called A ‘Given’
Industry News
My Turn: A Painful Ailment
May 2009
Did Acreage Shifts Teach Us Anything?
Battle Continues On Resistant Pigweed
Early Management Keeps Cotton Healthy
Surviving And Thriving
USDA Tries To Spur Growth In Rural Areas
Technology Gift Helps Cotton Research
It’s Time To ‘Zone In’ On Nematodes
TCGA Optimistic About ‘09 Season
Editor's Note: Industry Diversity Helps Solve Problems
Cotton Board: Drip Irrigation
Cotton's Agenda: The Landscape Has Changed
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Residual Herbicides Take Top Spot
Industry News
My Turn: Remembering A Friend
April 2009
Charles Parker’s Goal — Best Cotton Quality
N Sources, On-The-Go Sensors Reduce Costs
Exercise Caution On Seeding Rates
Ga. Gins, Producers Win Quality Awards
USDA Delivers Stimulus Funds
Producers Adopting New Seed Traits
Editor's Note: Real Optimism Is Alive And Well
Cotton's Agenda: Stabilize...Not Weaken
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: New Varieties: Great Expectations
Industry News
My Turn: Surviving Changes
March 2009
Eyes Of The World Are On Texas
Q&A: Ginner Ron Craft Sees Better Days Ahead
Texas Ready To Become ‘Cotton Central’ In ‘09
Steady Focus
How Important Is Texas To U.S. Cotton Production?
Renewable Energy Is The American Way
Ag Census Shows Increase In Farms
Earlier Planting Date Has Many Benefits
Editor's Note: Texas Industry Delivers Again
Cotton's Agenda: True To The Letter?
Specialists Speaking
Cotton Board: Hydro-Mulch Helps Grass Stand Tall
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Identifying Impact Of New Farm Law
Industry News
My Turn: It’s Just Around The Corner
TCGA Annual Meeting & Trade Show:
Schedule of Events
Welcome To Lubbock
Ginners of the Year
President's Report: David Wyatt
Incoming President: Keith Mixon
Plains Cotton Growers, Inc. 52nd Annual Meeting
Southwest Ginners School
Mississippian To Lead NCGA
TCGA Officers/Directors
TCGA Staff
Trust Celebrates 15th Anniversary
CF, TCGA Continue Alliance
Lubbock Electric — 65 Years Of Service
Things To Do In Lubbock
List of Exhibitors/Booth Numbers
February 2009
Reliable Advice
TCGA Meeting To Focus On New Challenges
Cotton Quality Seminar
All Roads Lead To Memphis In February
N.Y. Cotton Field?
New Varieties Continue To Show Promise
USDA Rule Amends Popular EQIP Program
Farm Bureau Wants To Protect Ag Economy
In Case You Missed It...
Changes Sought In Land Law
Risk Management Proves Profitable
Cellulosic Ethanol Takes First Step
Early Decisions Crucial For Crop
Editor's Note: Work Never Stops At Wildy Farms
Cotton's Agenda: Decisive Diligence in ‘08
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Readers Weigh In On Politics & Farming
Industry News
My Turn: Tough Times Don’t Last
January 2009
Looking Ahead
Long Season Ends In Texas
The Big Decision<
CA Farmers’ Goal: Protecting Water Supply
How To Control Pigweed? Use Residual Herbicides
Cotton Channels
Industry Unites On Resistance Issue
NCC Wants Farm Law Implemented
Smaller Crop Affects Dairy Seed Supply
Publisher's Note: Cotton’s Best Friend? Today’s Technology
Editor's Note: Industry Needs Tools To Stay Competitive
Cotton's Agenda: Capturing A Vision
Cotton Board: Producer Survey Reveals Effort To Protect Wildlife
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Assess Technology’s Positive Impact
Industry News
My Turn: Things Have Changed
December 2008
Seed Variety Guide
Lots Of Options Await Producers in ‘09
Smart Choices
SE Producers Prepare For ‘Life After 555’
Preparing For Change
Editor's Note: Better Days Ahead For Cotton
Cotton's Agenda: Keeping Cotton Competitive
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Offshore Drilling – Help Down The Road?
Industry News
My Turn: Spring Is On The Way
November 2008
Mississippi Miracle
Fall Burndown Goal: A ‘Clean Spring’
Clean Cotton: A Win-Win For Everybody
Ag Ready To Deal With Global Money Crisis
Familiar Theme
Q&A: Jane Dever’s Goal – Excellence In Research
‘Not Afraid To Try’
Editor's Note: Mr. President, Don’t Forget Farmers
Cotton's Agenda: Maximizing The Return
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Equipment/Tools Wish List For ’09
Industry News
My Turn: Watershed Year
October 2008
Timely Harvest
Seed Value Increases
California Water Woes Persist
New Harvest Technology — A Major Breakthrough
Producers Seek Relief From Hurricane Damage
Editor's Note: Today’s Farmers Refuse To Quit
Cotton's Agenda: No Seat At The Table
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Rotation Benefits: Yea Or Nay?
Viewpoint: Lessons Learned from History
Viewpoint: Smart Insect Pest Strategies Pay Off
Industry News
My Turn: Dealing With Change
September 2008
Fiber Quality
True Loyalty
An Unlikely Pair
USDA Wants Better Rural Drinking Water
Southern Ginners Believe In Cotton’s Comeback
NC’s Charles Rose — A Resistance Fighter
Editor's Note: Fiber Quality – Still A Big Issue
Cotton's Agenda: Too Big A Price
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: ‘Significant’ Tankmix
Savings Can Vary
Viewpoint: New Insect Problems Can Be Solved
Industry News
My Turn: A Lifetime In Cotton
August 2008
Farming’s Future
Half Empty Or Half Full?
Understanding China
Cotton And The Biofuels Craze
Evolution Of COTMAN
Many Factors Contribute To Short Fiber Content
Two Mid-South Events Highlight August Schedule
USDA Issues Direct Payments
Producers Appreciate BG II Natural Refuge
Editor's Note: Young Farmers Embrace Future
Cotton's Agenda: Better Transparency Needed
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: ’08 Crop Preliminary Ratings Across The Belt
Industry News
My Turn: Thinking Positive
July 2008
Protecting The Land
Manage For Earliness
Looking Ahead
Crucial Decisions
Producers Need Planting Flexibility
Cotton School Opens Doors To Careers
Stoneville, Milan Host Important Field Days
Georgia Dealing With Whitefly Problem
Cotton’s Future Hinges On Technology
Editor's Note: Farmers Have Always Protected The Land
Cotton's Agenda: Predictability And Potential
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Readers Rank Estate Tax Provisions
Industry News
My Turn: My Kind Of People
June 2008
Scouting Is Critical In Insect Management
Shifting Hosts
Consider All Options
Spider Mite Problem Still Exists In Mid-South
Expect The Unexpected With Stinkbugs
Turbulent Markets Challenging Farmers
Kenneth Hood – Cotton’s Eternal Optimist
Large Turnout Expected For Stoneville Gin School
Editor's Note: A Special Holiday Evokes Memories
Cotton's Agenda: A Logistical Nightmare?
Viewpoint: Winning The War On Insect Pests
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Insects, Weeds & Crop Mix Decisions
Industry News
My Turn: Full Circle
May 2008
Profitable Pima
Lofty Goals
Tricky Call
Healthy Seedlings Require Patience
Industry Trying To Save Lubbock Gin Lab
Reaping Rewards With Residuals
Cotton Board: Taking Denim Market By ‘Storm’
Cotton-Wheat Combo: A Race Against Time
Editor's Note: Belt’s Bright Spot? TX High Plains
Cotton's Agenda: A Pipeline To Prosperity
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Will Ag Get Lost In The Shuffle?
Industry News
My Turn: That Lovely Southern Accent
April 2008
Precision Ag Payoff
Research, Technology: Keys To Cotton’s Future
Protect Your Investment
Varying Fertilizer Rates May Not Affect Yields
Pleasing The Customer
The Importance Of Timing
USDA: Universal Standards Committee Chosen
Mid-South Priority: Fighting Plant Bugs
Farm Products Help Americans On Gas Costs
Editor's Note: Blimp Ride Creates Special Memories
Cotton's Agenda: The Proof’s In The Analysis
Viewpoint: Don’t Be Afraid Of New Tools
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Precision Ag Leads The Pack
Industry News
My Turn: Remembering Dad
March 2008
Pigweed War
Curtis Griffith Reflects On An
Evolving Industry
It’s Time To Adopt Precision Technology
Rotate Responsibly
BG/RR Seed Timeline Should Help Southeast
Weed Resistance
NCC Annual Meeting: Looking Ahead
Georgia Producers Earn Quality Awards
Editor's Note: Ag Secretary Makes New
Friends
Cotton's Agenda: Orchestrating The Outreach
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Web Poll: Congress & Prices Influence
The Future
My Turn: Hunting Season
TCGA Annual Meeting & Trade Show
Schedule of Events
Message From Tony Williams
TCGA ‘Ginner Of The Year’
TCGA President’s Report
TCGA Incoming President
TCGA’s Officers and Directors
Plains Cotton Growers’ Annual Meeting
Southwest Ginners School
TCGA Staff
February 2008
Making A Difference
TCGA Meeting Reflects Importance Of Quality
It’s Show Time
Conservation Program To Protect Wildlife
John Pucheu Addresses BWCC In Nashville
West Texas Oil Fields Turn Into ‘White Gold’
Burndown Leads To Healthy Plants
Getting Creative
Farm Group Sends Strong Message About Ag
World Ag Expo Expands
CREP Program Continues Growth
Cottonseed Industry Making Big Comeback
Editor's Note: Consultants Prove Their Worth
Cotton's Agenda: Main Focus – Viable Access
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments - 2008 Issues
Industry Comments - Beltwide
Industry News
Web Poll: Info Seekers Swarm Winter Meetings
My Turn: Planning For The Future
January 2008
Cotton’s Road Map
Not Your Grandad’s Harvesters
Loyalty To Cotton Remains Strong
Can New Water Policy Affect Georgia Farmers?
Can Cotton Breeders Predict The Future?
California Considers Alternative Crops
California Cotton – Alive And Well
Cotton Sustainability: Protecting Market Gains
Fertilizer Expenses Keep Inching Up
Soil Management
South Georgia Farming – It’s A Way Of Life
Be Aggressive On Weed Resistance
Big Crop Helps Cottonseed Oil
Publisher's Note: Cotton Outlook — Very Promising
Editor's Note: Industry Support Evident Across Belt
Cotton's Agenda: Setting A New Standard
Viewpoint: It Pays To Be An Efficient Farmer
Specialists Speaking
Industry Comments
Industry News
Web Poll: Optimists Vocal Regarding ’08 Season
My Turn: Man’s Best Friend
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