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In this episode of the @UGAExtension Talkin' Cotton Podcast, the team walks through a boots-on-the-ground GA cotton update, starting with where planting & squaring stand, then moving straight into practical pest management choices. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

The 2026 crop is coming in strong, and we can’t wait to see these views across the state!

Agriculture is a major driver of local economies, creating jobs and supporting businesses throughout the community. When farmers succeed, rural communities thrive! Watch the full video here! youtube.com/watch?v=4sDidzGY…

🌊 World Oceans Day reminder: 35% of microplastics come from synthetic textiles. Millions of microplastics a year. From your wash cycle to the ocean to your body. Start with your label. #ChooseCotton

While trade dependency (ag export share of ag cash receipts) has deteriorated for all regions in recent years amidst slumping U.S. ag exports & growing cash receipts, ag trade dependency in the Southern region has deteriorated relative to other regions. georgiacottoncommission.org/…

On the heels of the USDA’s announcement of the Great American Cotton Plan, Robbie Minnich of the @NCottonCouncil drops in to discuss the new initiative. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

Check out the link below to read the June issue of the @UGAExtension Cotton Team Newsletter! georgiacottoncommission.org/…

As of June 1, USDA began notifying farmers of new base acres for ARC and PLC programs. New base acres will go into effect for the 2026 crop season. farmprogress.com/farm-policy…

The @UGAExtension Cotton Team sits down in this episode to sort out what’s actually happening in fields & in weather data. If you’re trying to decide whether to push planting, pause, or line up irrigation, this conversation gives you a clearer framework. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

The Great American Cotton Plan is a major win for Georgia cotton producers and Rural America. Grateful to @SecRollins and the Trump Administration for continuing to put America’s farmers first. My Full Statement ⬇️ bit.ly/4uEOkVw

Rotating crops is a key practice in many farming operations that benefit yield and soil health. In this video, Mr. Strange discusses his crop plans for 2026 and the factors that influence those decisions. Check out the full video here! youtube.com/watch?v=4sDidzGY…

Yesterday, @SecRollins announced The Great American Cotton Plan, an initiative from @USDA to promote the cotton industry that includes several points of action to increase demand & prevent risk. @plantnotplastic @NCottonCouncil @UGAExtension georgiacottoncommission.org/…

The Great American Cotton Plan is about one thing: Putting American cotton first again. Real “_____” wear cotton. 👖🌱 Americans. Cowboys. Farmers. Families. MAHA. Because cotton is real, natural, American-grown, and made by U.S. farmers. Here’s the plan 👇    ✅ Promote natural American-grown fibers over synthetic, plastic-based materials   ✅ Expand domestic cotton manufacturing and textile production   ✅ Increase export opportunities for U.S. cotton producers   ✅ Strengthen support for cotton mills and processors   ✅ Protect cotton growers from market volatility and adverse risk   ✅ Modernize facilities and expand production capacity   ✅ Support long-term profitability for America’s cotton farmers      This is about rebuilding an industry that supports jobs, rural communities, American manufacturing, and our agricultural future.      Plant, not plastic.

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The unique challenges that farmers face — which have been exacerbated over the past few years — make government support not only helpful, but necessary for survival. farmprogress.com/farm-policy…

On Friday, USDA announced the appointment of members, alternates, and an advisor to serve 3 year terms on @TheCottonBoard. Ben Grimsley of Webster County & Adam McLendon of Calhoun County were appointed as producer member & alternate member, respectively. georgiacottoncommission.org/…

From profit margins to pest pressure, there are many uncertainties that lie beyond planting season. In this video, Mr. Strange dives into these challenges and what they mean for his operation.

The CFTC publishes weekly “Commitment of Traders” data on the positions of index funds & hedge funds in ag futures markets. The changes in these speculative futures positions have near term value in explaining fluctuations in ICE cotton futures. georgiacottoncommission.org/…