The Cotton Companion

Cotton Grower colleague and ag tech expert Matt Hopkins joins the podcast to discuss his list of the top apps for agriculture, plus some thoughts on the new John Deere/SpaceX partnership.

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.

What happens to old denim when it wears out? A lot, in fact - especially when given new life through the Blue Jeans Go Green program. In keeping with America Recycles Day, Andrea Samber with Cotton Incorporated joins the podcast to share the details about the program's success and future.

 

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.

One season in, ThryvOn Technology has shown a positive impact and rising expectations for thrips and plant bug management. A cotton specialist, entomologist, and crop consultant join the podcast to share their observations about the technology and what it means for cotton growers.

 

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.