The Cotton Companion podcast is a conversation among the editors and friends of Cotton Grower magazine about all things cotton related.
Dr. O.A. Cleveland returns to the podcast to explain the recent fall in cotton prices, how current factors continue to impact the market, and share thoughts on what's ahead for this season.
Ever wonder how old favorite cotton varieties compare to today's high-powered options? Jay Mahaffey of the Bayer Learning Center joins the podcast to discuss his Antique Alley research study and the ways that today's varieties have evolved from the leading standards of the mid-1990s.
Chad Brewer, Executive Director of the Cotton Foundation, joins the podcast to discuss the role of the Foundation, what it does, where it fits within the U.S. cotton industry, and what benefits it provides to cotton growers.
The recent dicamba ruling put the challenges facing EPA back in the spotlight. University of Georgia Extension Weed Specialist Stanley Culpepper joins the podcast to discuss some of those challenges and what they mean for new registrations and weed management programs for cotton.
The Cotton Grower staff was pleased to present the 2023 Cotton Grower Cotton Achievement Award to Bart Davis during a recent luncheon. Listen in to the presentation, including Bart's remarks about the importance of industry involvement.
We're talking about the recent dicamba news and recapping the National Cotton Council annual meeting - including an interview with 2024 NCC Chairman Joe Nicosia.
There's a lot of cotton news to unpack as the new year begins. Join Jim and Beck as they examine the 2024 Cotton Grower cotton acreage survey results, introduce the 2023 Cotton Grower Cotton Achievement Award recipient, and report on new cotton varieties and other news from the Beltwide Cotton Conferences.
Dr. Darren Hudson of Texas Tech University joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion including predictions for cotton in 2024, opportunities that may be available for growers, an update on the farm bill, and more.
Cotton industry veteran Bill Robertson joins the podcast for a wide-ranging (and never boring) discussion on, among other things, the importance of good soil health, cotton production, life on his own farm, and how selling bulls and evaluating cotton varieties are more similar than you might think.
What's behind the recent slide in cotton prices - especially as harvest is wrapping up? Texas A&M Cotton Economist Dr. John Robinson joins the podcast to share his perspective on why, what it means, and what may be ahead moving into 2024.
The Soil Health Institute's Jessica Kelton joins the podcast to discuss the Institute's research and outreach programs and the value they offer to cotton growers and their farms.
Robbie Minnich, Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, joins the podcast to discuss the recent actions and turmoil in Congress and how they may impact passage of a new farm bill.
Georgia Extension Cotton Specialist Camp Hand joins the podcast to talk about the status of cotton production in the state and how it's fared this season through excessive heat, a hurricane, and ongoing issues with a four-legged pest.
No usual August doldrums this season. Lower production estimates, range-bound prices, reduced demand, and record-setting heat combined to make August a crazy and confusing time for cotton. Dr. O.A. Cleveland joins the podcast to explain what's going on and how to navigate what may lie ahead.
With registration deadlines approaching for the new Climate Smart Cotton Program, Chad Brewer joins the podcast to explain the program details and why growers should get involved now.
Three members of Australia's cotton industry join the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss cotton production in Australia - and the similarities and differences with the U.S.
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