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The article describes cotton varieties that growers demand in many countries around the world. It notes that there are 10 or more brands of seed-variety suppliers in the U.S., where cotton is planted in the south from the east coast to the west coast. The U.S. Department of Agriculture report "Cotton Varieties Planted 2012 Crop" showed that as many as 96 upland varieties were planted in the U.S. in 2012/2013. The reasons that farmers plant more than one variety at the same time are also discussed. A chart showing the number of cotton varieties planted in various countries from 2010-2011 is also presented.

The article discusses the negative impact of using biotechnology in growing cotton. Scientists admit that the long-term effects of genetically modified cotton on the environment or human health are still uncertain. Cotton growers who purchase genetically enhanced varieties are restricted from self-planting or selling the seeds to other farmers. However, many cotton growers have violated biotechnology safety regulations, thus increasing the risk of seed spoilage. Genetically-enhanced cotton is vulnerable to lygus bugs, whitefly, leaf hopper and other pests.

The article discusses the many aspects of yield increases in cotton. Growers, researchers and everybody related to cotton production aim to increase cotton yields. Studies indicate that world cotton yields increase then stagnate after few years. Breeders and growers attribute increases in cotton yields to the accumulation of high-yielding genes in new varieties. However, researchers do not know how many high yielding cotton genes exist, and they do not know how many genes can be added to varieties.

The article profiles the co-sponsors for the 2016 High Cotton Award. Among the co-sponsors mentioned include agricultural products company AMVAC, chemical producer BASF, and cotton varieties provider PhytoGen. It discusses the products being offered by several co-sponsors including the Yield Enhancement Solutions from AMVAC, Grow Smart agricultural approach from BASF, and the Enlist cotton trait PHY 490 W3FE from PhytoGen.

The article discusses the cotton growing of grower Ronnie Burleson and his family in Stanly County, North Carolina who was selected to be a winner of the 2017 High Cotton Award. Topics mentioned include conservation tillage, added cover crops, and the importance of planting of early varieties for pigweed control method. The scattered farming operations of Burleson across the state is also discussed.

The article discusses the cotton farming of third generation California-based grower Mark McKean, who was named the 2017 Far West High Cotton Award winner. Topics mentioned include cotton prices, improved cotton varieties, and environmental stewardship which involves variable rate input applications of nitrogen. The impact of water issues in the state on cotton growing is also discussed.

Deltapine debuted its class of 2020 cotton varieties during the Deltapine NPE, or New Product Evaluator, Summit at the Marriott in New Orleans Dec. 13, with company officials announcing that limited launch-year supplies of six new Bollgard 3 XttendFlex varieties will be available to farmers in 2020. Keylon Gholston, Deltapine cotton products manager, says all six varieties are bred to offer excellent yield potential and outstanding fiber quality potential. [Extracted from the article]

University of Arkansas cotton specialist Bill Robertson urges growers to select cotton varieties by the numbers: North Carolina State University cotton specialist Guy Collins compares cotton variety selection to managing a financial portfolio. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service cotton specialist Murilo Maeda urges growers to consider several things in selecting varieties for 2020. [Extracted from the article]

Climate change resulting in high temperatures, heavy rains, and gusty winds has taken its toll on cotton crop production which reduced by 21 percent to 6.097 million bales as compared to 7.706m bales produced in the same period last year. "If rice exporters can engage themselves in backward integration for ensuring quantity and quality production of paddy then why does the textile industry, which has the biggest industrial base of the country, not do the same", he questioned. The situation is so grim that Punjab being the biggest producer of cotton suffered cotton production loss of up to 34.5pc on producing 2.049m bales as compared to 3.123m bales produced in the corresponding period last year. [Extracted from the article]

The heat of the first half of September after a cooler-than-average summer was good news for Kansas cotton farmers, who have seen the crop move toward the promise of maturity before freeze - provided of course, that freeze doesn't arrive before the normal harvest start of mid-October. That interest led Friesen to the Kansas State Fair with a model cotton gin that he set up in Agriland to demonstrate just how a gin works. Friesen said cotton acres have grown because farmers have been able to get better returns on cotton than on the more typical commodity crops because of the long downturn in commodity prices. [Extracted from the article]

The country's cotton output faces a shortfall of 0.664 million bales or 26.41 per cent compared to same period last year, according to official figures released on Wednesday. The government had officially announced to fix indicative price of Rs4,000 per 40kg for phutti (seed cotton) to encourage growers to bring more area under cotton cultivation. Cotton crop in Sindh also recorded a shortfall but fared better by producing 1.254m bales as against 1.537m bales recorded in the same period last year. [Extracted from the article]

The article features Kent Wannamaker, president and co-owner of Farmers Gin Co. LLC at St. Matthews, South Carolina. It states that he is recognized as leader in the cotton industry due to his effort to improving the varieties of his cotton production. It mentions that he has earned the Farm Press/Cotton Foundation High Cotton Award for the Southeast states due to his accomplishments in cotton production combined with his stewardship of resources and his leadership in the agricultural community.

Highlights from the article: More than 50 cotton producers and industry leaders from across the state converged on the Texas State Capitol in Austin on April 16 for "Cotton Day at the Capitol", an event held each legislative session. PCG also has been active in combating bills that could place additional state restrictions on herbicide and insecticide technologies beyond federal labeling, which PCG believes is sufficient.

The article offers information on the Deltapine New Product Evaluator (NPE) program. The NPE program encouraged growers to use their own production practices on each variety. According to Keylon Gholston, Deltapine cotton products manager, the NPE program allowed them to look at regional fits of varieties and focus on grower feedback from specific areas. It notes that the NPE program aims to determine and develop which varieties will become effective by introducing multiple varieties every year.

The article offers information on the Tennesse grower Keith Sullivan partnership with land grant University of Tennessee in on-farm research. It mentions about Deltapine, NexGen and Dyna-Gro cotton varieties perform well in Sulmlivan's variety tests; and also highlights Cotton as Sullivan's biggest crop, with some corn and some beans.

The article focuses on cotton growers who plans to plant cotton in 2014 even after drought declaration in Texas and Arizona that resulted in decline of 40,000 acres in cotton acreage. It mentions the cotton seed varieties, Stoneville 6448GLB2 and 4946GLB2, which are full season varieties with high yield and fiber quality. It notes some seeds like Deltapine seed which accounts for 33 percent acreage and is followed by the Fibermax brand from Bayer CropScience Ltd.

The article focuses on the success of the Darnell Farms, cotton farms in North Alabama owned by Darnell family. Topics discussed include the three factors that contribute to the success of Darnell Farms, which include rainfall, seed varieties, and soil health. Also mentioned are yields, defoliation, and plant rotation.

The article profiles California cotton grower Don Cameron, winner of the 2012 High Cotton Award for the Western region. Cameron attributes the success of his farm to a diversification of crops including grapes, tomatoes, and cotton, and their practice of reclaiming land through the turning under of crop residues. Other issues raised include the use of drip irrigation, weed control, and the growing of organic and genetically modified (GMO) cotton varieties.

The article profiles Texas cotton grower Shawn Holladay, winner of the 2012 High Cotton Award for the Southwest region. He is noted for his effective use of soil conservation and irrigation management to overcome the severe heat and drought of the summer of 2011. Other topics discussed include the importance of variety selection, prevention of weed herbicide resistance, and the introduction of transgenic crops.

The article presents several cotton varieties offered by the cotton industry's leaders. It cites the popularity of Dow's PhytoGen cotton varieties that account for over 10% of national market share. PHY 565 WRF is a good fit for any full-season growers which have strong, viable option with better quality. Bayer CropScience varieties under the Stoneville and FiberMax brands were planted on more acres nationally. Deltapine marketing manager Dave Rhylander advises cotton farmers to choose the genetic that yields the most.

This article reports that the first public commercial demonstration of ultra-narrow-row 15-inch cotton harvesting has been a disappointment for a Northern San Joaquin Valley, California cotton farmer. UNR picker problems provided a fitting end to a challenging growing season. Growers who have had success with brush or stripper harvesting have had to terminate the crop early to make sure they avoid the problems associated with fog and rain.

The article offers tips for managing resistant weeds in cotton. Topics discussed include glyphosate-resistant pigweed is offset by good options such as cotton varieties with technology traits that provide resistance to dicamba, problems with glyphosate-resistant grass species, including junglerice, johnsongrass, and goosegrass, and cotton growers should importance of using and over-lap-ping postemergence residuals.

The article discusses the 2019 cotton varieties which offer high yield potential, premium fiber quality and technology traits that will help the cotton growers succeed. It states that the Phytogen PHY 250 W3FE and PHY 210 W3FE are best suited to areas with moderate-to-good water and medium- to-heavy soils. It also states that they are storm-tolerant and have excellent Verticillium wilt tolerance.

The article looks at a study by Texas A&M AgriLife Research published in "Field Crops Research" which found that cotton producers should reassess planting populations. It mentions seed costs have become very high for modern cotton varieties due to technology fees and genetics and water availability made an impact on the yields. It also mentions factors such as diseases and late-season weeds that producers manage through plant population.

The article presents insights from several cotton specialists on how cotton growers should plan for the 2019 growing season including Bill Robertson of Arkansas, Keith Edmisten of North Carolina, and Seth Byrd of Oklahoma. Topics include the use of cover crops, selection of cotton varieties for 2019, and consideration of water quality.

The article reports on the 2019 cotton planting season in the U.S. Topics discussed include suggestions on how growers can begin their next crop now from several Beltwide cotton specialists including using cover crops and reducing tillage to improve varieties available, evaluating variety candidates, how to tailor variety selections and decisions on the type of cotton to grow.

The article offers information on cotton growers of South Carolina can expect 2107 will be better year for them along with informations having several varieties, planted xtendflex cotton varieties, and present the views of Professor Nathan Smith, on it.

The article discusses the U.S. cotton growers being provided transgenic traits with different fertility levels including new varieties having higher genetic yield potential, Georgia soils being relatively leachable towards potash and nitrogen, and fertility practices by growers.

The article focuses on the importance of variety selection for cotton farmers; and mentions the Red River Crops Conference held in Childress, Texas in 2017 which was attended by the cotton specialists from Texas and Oklahoma and discussed grain and forage crops.