The National Cotton Council directors for 2026 were announced at the NCC’s recent 2026 annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. The full statement is attached and can be viewed here.
NCC Welcomes EPA Dicamba Label Approval
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The National Cotton Council (NCC) appreciates the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) approval of a dicamba label that allows continued use of this important crop protection product. Cotton growers need timely access to effective tools to protect yields and deliver a high-quality crop. “EPA’s decision provides growers much-needed clarity as they prepare for the upcoming growing season,” …
Georgia Cotton Commission Applauds Dicamba Announcement
On February 6th, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced new, two-year registrations for dicamba products for over-the-top (OTT) use in dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybeans. The Georgia Cotton Commission applauds this announcement and extends thanks to the EPA for allowing farmers across the state and nation renewed access to this technology and additionally for recognizing the …
EPA Implements Strongest Protections in Agency History for Over-the-Top Dicamba Use on Cotton and Soybeans for Next Two Growing Seasons
Contact Information EPA Press Office (press@epa.gov) WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established the strongest protections in agency history for over-the-top (OTT) dicamba application on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. This decision responds directly to the strong advocacy of America’s cotton and soybean farmers, particularly growers across the Cotton Belt, who have been clear and consistent about the critical …
Cotton Incorporated Appoints Bev Sylvester as Chief Marketing Officer
New role drives marketing strategy, brand positioning, consumer engagement and global outreach to increase demand for cotton (Memphis, TN)— The Cotton Board, on behalf of the Cotton Research and Promotion Program, is pleased to share the appointment of Bev Sylvester as chief marketing officer at Cotton Incorporated. This newly created role reflects the Program’s continued focus on strengthening cotton’s market …
Georgia Cotton Commission’s 2026 Trustees’ Award Winners
The Georgia Cotton Commission’s Trustees’ Awards were presented at the 2026 Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting January 28 in Tifton. The Trustees’ Awards are awarded to individuals who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of the cotton industry in Georgia. Producers, research and extension specialists and other cotton industry associates of high character and integrity who have given exceptional service …
Producer Decisions for 2026 – STAX or SCO in light of OBBBA Changes
Program decisions for the 2026 crop year are fast approaching. This article considers the risk management options for cotton producers in light of current price projections and relevant changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed into law on July 4, 2025. Given the commodity program and crop insurance changes in OBBBA, producers likely will want to re-evaluate their Title I program and crop insurance decisions for 2026 and …
NCC Commends Administration for Bridge Assistance Payments
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The National Cotton Council (NCC) appreciates the timely announcement of payment rates under the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program, an important development for U.S. cotton producers. The FBA rate for cotton of $117.35 per planted acre offers critical support to growers as they navigate current market conditions and production costs. “The FBA program provides a welcome and …
Georgia Cotton Farmers Donate Socks to Homeless Shelters
On behalf of Georgia’s 3,500 cotton farming families, the Georgia Cotton Commission recently donated 12,000 pairs of socks to various homeless shelters across the state. Farmers delivered socks to Open Arms in Albany, Cordele First Church’s Soul Food Ministry, Lowndes Associated Ministries to People in Valdosta, The Haven in Lafayette, The Sparrow’s Nest in Athens, Ninth District Opportunity in Demorest, …
Hand – Harvest Reflections and Future Directions: Georgia Cotton Recap and 2026 Outlook
Each person reading this likely can look back at any crop they have been a part of and remember it for one reason or another. Just in my five years in this role I can point to any year and remember a lesson that was learned or a challenge that was faced (sometimes more than one). 2025 was no exception, …
Singleton – Farm Sustainability going into 2026
Happy New Year! I hope the holidays brought you and your family peace, joy, and rest after a long and challenging year. As we turn the calendar page to what will no doubt be another tough year, I’ve been thinking a lot about the “sustainability” of the farm and what it will take for us to make it through another …
Roberts – Cotton Jassid. What we know and what we don’t know
Cotton Jassid. What we know and what we don’t know (Roberts) December 22, 2025 Cotton Jassid, Amrasca biguttula, was first observed in Georgia on July 9, 2025. Who would have ever thought that jassids would be detected in basically all cotton producing counties in Georgia by late September. Who would have ever thought we would treat approximately 60 percent of …