CSD Cotton Management Knowledge Library
November updates from your local E&D Agronomist
Each month, our CSD Extension and Development Agronomists issue a new e-newsletter, covering information about our cotton varieties, their performance and considerations for growers and advisors looking forward. Click on your local area to read this month's update.
Case Study: Try Before You Buy – Sicot 619B3XF vs Sicot 714B3F in NSW’s Upper Namoi
Field tested. Proven performance. Trusted to deliver. The cotton industry is evolving – climate, market demand, management processes and technology advancements necessitate Australian growers and CSD to remain on the front foot, growing a high-quality product that’s...
Case Study: Try Before You Buy – Siokra 253B3XF and Sciot 761B3XF vs Sicot 748B3F in QLD’s Darling Downs
Field tested. Proven performance. Trusted to deliver. The cotton industry is evolving – climate, market demand, management processes and technology advancements necessitate Australian growers and CSD to remain on the front foot, growing a high-quality product that’s...
Precision planting lays the groundwork for a uniform plant stand and strong yields
Precision planting lays the groundwork for a uniform plant stand and strong yields A uniform plant stand lays the groundwork for a healthy plant population and strong yields. Through precision planting, every seed is afforded the ideal conditions to emerge and thrive....
Diggin’ deep: Understanding your cotton crop’s soil condition
Diggin’ deep: Understanding your cotton crop’s soil condition Soil is the root of all growth, providing essential nutrients, water and support for your crop’s development. To achieve uniform cotton crop establishment, strong seed emergence and optimise potential...
10 reasons to get the Green Light for Planting
10 reasons to get the Green Light for Planting Planting your cotton crop sets the standard for the entire season. The temptation to plant early may be strong, however waiting until conditions are optimal paves the way for a successful crop with higher yield potential...
Pre-season maintenance
Pre-season maintenance Before heading to the field, a pre-season check of your planter is a must to help achieve the desired plant population and uniformity. Neglecting planter maintenance can impact your entire growing season, leading to uneven emergence, gappy...
Smart data, strong crops: Why CSD Members are farming with an edge
Smart data, strong crops: Why CSD Members are farming with an edge In cotton farming, there’s one thing you can count on: no two seasons are ever the same. The weather, pests, markets—there’s always a new challenge waiting. The growers who come out on top are the...
Why choose to grow cotton in Southern NSW?
Why choose to grow cotton in Southern NSW? Deniliquin growers are welcome to come along to our free Cotton Growing Forum on the 3rd of September to hear about the advantages of producing cotton as part of their farming system. The cotton industry in Southern New South...
CSD 20 saw to commercial comparison
CSD 20 saw to commercial comparison CSD currently runs all its trials through a 20 saw Cherokee gin stand. This provides a single cleaner ahead of the saws, which separate the lint and seed, and a final lint cleaner before we gather samples for classing. Why does CSD...