The Cotton Companion

Deciphering Regulatory Challenges Impacting Cotton

The National Cotton Council works tirelessly to protect cotton's interests through ever-changing EPA and Endangered Species Act regulations. Dr. Don Parker with NCC joins the podcast to explain how and why.

Getting a Mid-South Report

Mississippi State Extension Cotton Specialist Brian Pieralisi joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss the 2022 season in Mississippi and what growers in the state should be considering for 2023.

Cotton’s Tricks and Treats for 2022

Dr. John Robinson of Texas A&M joins the Cotton Companion to discuss the tricks and treats of the 2022 growing season and what may lie ahead. Plus, the curious tale of a very pricey 140+ year-old pair of jeans.

What’s Bugging Cotton?

Entomologists Whitney Crow, Scott Graham, and Sebe Brown join the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss cotton insects and the benefits of the upcoming ThryvOn insect technology.

During a Drought, Farming Simple is Simply Better

Simplicity can be a real plus when farming through a West Texas drought. So says Ian McIntosh of Floydada, TX.  He tells his story in this episode of the Cotton Companion.

Milestones, Markets...and Some Maybes for 2023

What does Dr. O.A. Cleveland think about the current cotton market and prospects for 2023? He told us during a recent face-to-face conversation in Stoneville, MS. 

What Does the Inflation Reduction Act Mean for Cotton?

The Cotton Companion visits with Robbie Minnich of the National Cotton Council to discuss the new conservation provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and how cotton growers can benefit.

How Soil Health Programs Benefit Cotton Growers

Dianna Bagnall of the Soil Health Institute joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss the role of the Institute and its specific programs geared toward cotton.

What’s Next After Cotton’s Price Adjustment

Hank Reichle of Staplcotn joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss reasons behind cotton's recent market changes and how U.S. cotton can still meet demand during an often frustrating production season.

How Cotton Incorporated Keeps Your Cotton in High Demand

The Cotton Companion catches up with Dr. Kater Hake of Cotton Incorporated to discuss some of the latest developments in cottonseed research and marketing, the status of on-going cotton production research, and some new additions to the CI research group.