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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Sees 25% Growth
Southeast Regional Ag News
For the 2023 crop year, the number of enrolled planted cotton acres in the program reached 1.6 million acres.
Cotton Abandonment Evident as Harvest Nears Close
Southeast Regional Ag News
Dr. Jody Campiche, Vice President, Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council provides an update on the cotton harvest.
Celebrating a 50th Anniversary with Cotton
Southeast Regional Ag News
The Seal of Cotton celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2023!
Calling on Cotton: A Recap of the Summer ACP Meeting
Southeast Regional Ag News
The summer meeting for the American Cotton Producers was held earlier this month. Nathan Reed, chairman of the American Cotton Producers of the National Cotton Council, gives an update.
A Cotton Focus on Fungicides
Southeast Regional Ag News
Is it time for a fungicide in your cotton? Robert Kemerait, Professor and Extension Specialist with the Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Georgia, identifies when to apply.
An August Recess and Unfinished Business
Southeast Regional Ag News
We talk a lot about making the deadline for the farm bill pretty much every time a farm bill is up for renewal and this year is no different. But, Robbie Minnich, senior government relations representative with the National Cotton Council, seems more optimistic than some.
Bangladesh Lifting a Nearly 50-Year Requirement for U.S. Cotton
Southeast Regional Ag News
Bangladesh is now lifting its nearly five-decade-long fumigation requirement on U.S. cotton imports.
A Drought Update for the U.S. Cotton Belt
Southeast Regional Ag News
It’s a mixed bag drought-wise for the U.S. Cotton Belt. Brad Rippey, agricultural meteorologist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture recaps the current situation.
Adding a Cash Crop to Your Cotton Field
Southeast Regional Ag News
Cover crops can help improve soil health and bring in added revenue.
Skincare for your Soil
Southeast Regional Ag News
The soil’s skin is the interface between the surface of the soil and the atmosphere. Caring for it , according to certified crop advisor Tom Kilcer, is critical for building soil health and structure.
Will Wild Card Report Get Acreage Right?
Southeast Regional Ag News
FBN’s prediction ahead of USDA numbers is that they’re likely not going to get it right when it comes to cotton.
US-Mexico Corn Saga Continues
Southeast Regional Ag News
The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office is requesting technical consultations with Mexico regarding its proposed ban on GMO corn imports from the U.S.
Checking Sustainability Boxes with Cotton
Southeast Regional Ag News
Over the past 50 years, the cotton sector has reduced land use by 30%, cut soil loss by 45%, and reduced water consumption by 58%.
Protecting the Quality of Your Cotton
Southeast Regional Ag News
Lauren Krogman, National Cotton Council, encourages growers to visit cotton.org’s contamination free page to learn more about approved module wrap and how to keep U.S. cotton clean.
Changes Abound in 118th Congress
Southeast Regional Ag News
Robbie Minnich, National Cotton Council, updates what they've been watching in D.C.
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Deadline Extended
Southeast Regional Ag News
Launched in the summer of 2020, the Trust Protocol is voluntary for U.S. cotton producers and allows reporting on six key sustainability metrics from the farm-level.