EPA has announced new, two-year registrations to allow for dicamba products for over-the-top (OTT) use in dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybeans as of February 6, 2026. However, these registrations include new label restrictions producers must be aware of before using in order to be effective stewards of this technology. For more education on these restrictions, the Georgia Department of Agriculture and …
ATLANTA, GA – Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper is proud to announce the opening of the inaugural round of applications for the Georgia Farmland Conservation Fund. The Georgia Farmland Conservation Fund was created at the direction of Commissioner Harper and in coordination with the Georgia General Assembly to protect Georgia farmland from development into perpetuity by assisting with the purchase …
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The National Cotton Council greatly appreciates President Trump’s actions to protect domestic production of glyphosate-based herbicides. These products continue to be a critical tool for weed control in U.S. cotton production. Given the financial pressures facing our producers, it is imperative that they have access to domestically produced glyphosate and other products. “NCC supports efforts to strengthen …
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The National Cotton Council (NCC) applauds House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for releasing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, which includes a wide range of farm bill provisions that were unable to be included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). “Thanks to Chairman Thompson’s tireless work, we were fortunate to see much …
February 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bill to Designate Cotton as Official State Fabric Introduced On February 12th, House Bill 1310 was introduced by Representatives Jaclyn Ford (170th – Alapaha), Robert Dickey (144th – Musella), Steven Meeks (178th – Screven), Angie O’Steen (169th – Ambrose), Al Williams (168th – Midway), and Chas Cannon (172nd – Moultrie). This legislation, if passed, would …
Nathan Reed, a Marianna, Ark., producer, who previously served as National Cotton Council vice chairman, was elected NCC chairman for 2026 during the organization’s annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. The full statement is attached and can be viewed here.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Louie Perry, Jr., a producer from Moultrie, Georgia, posthumously received the 2025 Harry S. Baker Distinguished Service Award. Perry was recognized during the National Cotton Council’s (NCC) 2026 annual meeting held February 9-12 in San Antonio, Texas. Read the Full Article Here.
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.
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,” …
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 …
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 …
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 …