Boll Weight and Boll FactorsThroughout the season this year, we are seeing a diverse range of crops with climatic impacts. Added to this variability is the different forms of planting, from fully irrigated with varying levels of row configurations and water stress. As...

Selling and Marketing CottonOnce defoliation and harvesting have been completed, ginning, marketing, and selling the produced cotton lint bales based on known quality characteristics become the primary focus of the cotton production pipeline.AUSTRALIAN COTTON PRICE...

Considerations for DrylandPROMISING CONDITIONS AHEAD FOR DRYLAND COTTON The most recent rainfall outlook released by BOM shows much of central and eastern Australia is predicted to receive above rainfall for the months of September through to December. This, along...

Seed Processing and Quality AssuranceCSD has a commitment to quality which is focussed on the needs of the Australian cotton grower. To meet this commitment, CSD produces and tests all seed to internationally accepted protocols, which measure seed quality and purity....

The Importance of First IrrigationFirst irrigation timing plays an important role by encouraging expansion and exploration of the cotton root system. This season is a stark contrast to last with the majority of crops experiencing little to no rainfall since planting....

Seedbed Preparation, Field Scores, and the Impact on EstablishmentSetting a crop up to achieve maximum yield potential starts with excellent seedbed preparation and plant stand establishment.FIELD CONDITIONS In order to get the crop off to the best possible start, it...

Crop Management in Late Planted Crops Checklist Completed Crop Phase Recommendation Reasoning Y / N Planting Aim for plant populations that are uniform. A uniform population will give you more bolls with a: Heavier boll weight. Higher micronaire. Y / N Planting Water...

Late Plant OptionsRELATIVE POTENTIAL YIELDS When making a late plant or replant decision, it is important to consider the likely yield potential of the late-planted crop. Considerations for replant: Potential crop yield of existing plant stand vs potential crop yield...

Safe Seed Storage Safe Seed Storage A suitable safe seed storage location will allow you to minimise or control the following: Temperature Humidity Ventilation Sun damage and dust Bag damage Rain, leaks and condensation Rodents Insects Theft TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY...

Defoliation Management A good defoliation is a key part in optimising yield, ensuring quality parameters are met whist improving picking efficiencies. There are several ways of determining when it is the best time to apply defoliants which are: Cutting the boll open:...