Cotton Grower

For anyone who ever wondered what the farm-to-fabric path looks like for a 100% cotton tee shirt, follow along as Jason Kelce tracks how nature's softest natural fiber finds its way to your wardrobe. Great presentation. #JasonKelce https://lnkd.in/e5eV5qfu

Cotton Grower honored Ted Schneider of Lake Providence, LA as the recipient of its 2024 Cotton Achievement Award at a luncheon during the recent Mid-South Farm & Gin Show. Listen and join in on the presentation. https://lnkd.in/eZvG6_rb

Cotton Grower has been presenting its Cotton Achievement Award since 1970. Watch as we present our 2024 award to Ted Schneider of Lake Providence, LA (with thanks to our sponsor PhytoGen). https://lnkd.in/eU6qVPuW

With planting underway or coming quickly, it's not too late for growers to make financial moves for this year's crop. Andrea Herbst with Nutrien Financial joins the Cotton Companion podcast to review possible options and offer tips. https://lnkd.in/ekv_WWJ5

A few thoughts on discussions and observations from the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show. https://lnkd.in/ePU3peY5

?? New Cotton Varieties for 2025! ?? BASF is expanding its FiberMax and Stoneville cotton seed portfolio with six new varieties for 2025, bringing cutting-edge genetics and powerful traits to combat yield challenges. These include the innovative Axant Flex herbicide tolerance and TwinLink Plus insect control traits—ensuring stronger performance and protection across diverse soil types. ?? ?? Read more: https://ow.ly/p8rG50V8GGU #CottonFarming #AgTech #CottonIndustry #SustainableAgriculture

Cotton Companion: Oh Deer! Tracking Cotton’s Latest Big Pest. Georgia Extension Cotton Specialist Camp Hand joins the podcast to review some initial findings from their deer damage studies – including (surprisingly!) higher economic losses from deer than from pigweed, nematodes, and stinkbugs. ?? Tune in here: https://ow.ly/gySE50V8Gwl ??#CottonCompanion is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts #CottonGrowers #Agribusiness

Thomas Smith, former president and chairman of the National Cotton Council, has been posthumously awarded the Oscar Johnston Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024. A dedicated leader and advocate for cotton growers, Smith’s impact on the industry spanned decades—from shaping economic policies to championing western cotton growers on the global stage. His legacy of integrity, perseverance, and leadership lives on, and his contributions will continue to inspire future generations. ?? For more details: https://ow.ly/HuWU50V2QLU #CottonIndustry #Leadership #Agriculture

Cotton Companion: Cotton’s Agenda and New Leadership for 2025 On this episode of Cotton Companion, Jim Steadman and Beck Barnes break down the biggest news and takeaways from the National Cotton Council’s annual meeting. Plus, they’re joined by 2025 NCC Chairman Patrick Johnson, who shares insights on cotton’s agenda for the year ahead and the key challenges facing the industry in 2025. Tune in for the latest from the world of cotton! ?? ??? Turn up the volume and listen in: https://ow.ly/u8m250V2QHm #CottonCompanion #CottonIndustry #AgNews

Larry McClendon, a longtime advocate for U.S. cotton, has been awarded the 2024 Harry S. Baker Distinguished Service Award by the National Cotton Council of America! ???? A respected grower and ginner, McClendon’s leadership spans decades—from running a successful cotton and grain farm in Arkansas to leading key industry organizations like the National Cotton Ginners Association and Staplcotn’s board. His innovative practices, environmental stewardship, and dedication to the cotton community have earned him multiple honors. ?? Read more: https://ow.ly/1YwA50V2nTL ?? What’s the biggest challenge facing the cotton industry today? Share your thoughts below! ?? #CottonIndustry #AgLeadership #CottonFarming #Agriculture #SustainableFarming