This calculator provides guidance for cotton planting timing based on weather conditions. The map defaults to North Carolina but can be used across the U.S.
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Access Free Vegetation Index and Other Data for Your Field
View a satellite derived vegetation index for you field from 2021 to present and also access other data for that field. Other data available includes growing degree days, soil properties, and estimates of root zone moisture. The site is in development by the Digital Ag Technologies Lab with support from Cotton Incorporated.
Managing Plant Population in Cotton
High seed costs have made selecting the correct plant population even more important in recent years. This paper uses several different plant population studies conducted with different varieties and environments to provide a summary of how plant population can impact cotton yields.
Precision Planter Components: Part 1 – Seed Metering, Downforce Control and Depth Control
Establishing a strong plant stand is the first step in achieving a productive cotton crop. This paper focuses on proper: 1) seed metering, 2) downforce settings, and 3) planting depth for your planting conditions including new options to automate these settings. A future paper will consider other advances in planter technology such as new seed […]