Friday, March 13, 2026

On-The-Ground Impact

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Makes Tremendous Strides The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, a leading program for responsibly grown cotton, recently released its 2023/24 Annual Report, showcasing record grower participation and notable strides in environmental stewardship. The report highlights the program’s...

Promoting Cotton: A Sustainable Solution To Plastic Pollution

At the forefront of sustainability in the apparel industry, Cotton Incorporated has dedicated decades to building a scientific foundation that supports cotton as a superior alternative to synthetic fibers. With more than 40 years of research, the organization leads...

Crop Insurance Wording And Datasets

Why Hurricane Insurance Is Not Paying For Many Farmers’ Claims ⋅ BY PAM KNOX ⋅ UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA I have received many questions about weather-related crop insurance and why the counties designated by the Risk Management Agency do not match what they...

Transparency In Action

The 2023/24  U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Annual Report reveals a 31% increase in enrolled planted acreage compared to the previous year. What is the primary goal of the Trust Protocol? The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol was launched in 2020 and is the...

The Importance Of Leadership In Ag

We place a lot of stories and information in this publication that feature leadership programs, people who are proven leaders and many other individuals with varying degrees of leadership. From a young age, we begin to learn what a good...

Cream of the Crop: Management Tips to Optimize Yields

Read more below about the ways you can optimize your yields.

Polypropylene Bagging, Wire Ties And Module Averaging In The Spotlight

During the National Cotton Council’s Mid-Year Board meeting, a Strategic Planning Task Force met to develop a plan to help our industry address the competitive landscape and challenges we face. The task force made a number of recommendations, and...

2025 Seed Variety Guide

Yield, Quality and Traits The menu of cotton varieties from which to choose in 2025 includes a host of high-yielding, good quality selections. To help you get started, seed companies from across the Cotton Belt provided information about their headliners on...

Industry News: November 2024

Louisiana Agriculture Hall Of Distinction Nominations Open The Louisiana Agriculture Hall of Distinction is now accepting nominations. The nomination form is available online at www.louisianaagriculturehallofdistinction.com or through any parish LSU AgCenter office. The deadline for receiving nominations is Nov. 18. The...

Throwback Thoughts And Election Night Parties

As the 2024 election draws near, I am reminded of the excitement surrounding election day as a child growing up in Louisiana. Everyone looked forward to it and, as I recall, no one was influenced by the expression, “Never talk...

Planting Peace of Mind in a Cotton-Peanut Rotation

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Threat To Quality, Sustainability

Plastic contamination in cotton production is a growing concern with significant financial, environmental and reputational consequences for cotton growers. Even something as seemingly minor as a stray plastic bag caught in a cotton field during harvest can lead to...

5 Ways to Improve Your Cotton Management

Today’s cotton genetics hold great performance potential, but they still need to be managed diligently to reach the results they’re capable of. Here are some tips to help optimize your cotton crop. 1. Choose great seed. It may sound obvious, but...

EPA Releases Pesticide and Endangered Species Educational Resources Toolbox

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently released an online toolbox with educational materials related to pesticides and endangered species — another step in the agency’s efforts to protect endangered species, support farmers, and provide critical environmental protections for communities...

First Bale Harvested Fetches $25,000 for Scholarship Fund

The official certified first bale of U.S.-grown cotton harvested in 2024 was auctioned for $25,500 at the annual First Bale Auction and Scholarship Fundraiser held by the Harlingen Cotton Committee and the Algodon Club on Sept. 19. Verne Vanderpool of...

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