Resource Directory

Tap directly into the extensive research library of Cotton Incorporated. Here, you can filter your results by category, sort them by date and select your preferred media type to streamline the resources you see.

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February 19, 2021

RFID Cotton Module Scan App

This Android-only application allows cotton modules in the field to be scanned into a load list. Scans for multiple farms and fields may be created, saved, and returned to at any time. It can also be emailed.

February 19, 2021

Cotton Harvest Systems

This Cotton Incorporated web page is a hub for information about the different types of cotton harvest systems, seed cotton handling storage and cotton module traceability.

February 19, 2021

Climage and Agriculture in the Southeast

This blog provides climate data and production insights for farmers (not only of cotton) and county agents around the Southeast.

February 19, 2021

AgroClimate: Agricultural Climate Tools for the Southeast

This site has many tools and data sources to help manage weather and climate risk for agricultural crops. While most of the focus is on the Southeastern United States, some of the forecast maps are national.

February 19, 2021

Cotton Info App for Android Tablets

The Cotton Info App is a collection of reference materials specially designed for growers, consultants and extension workers who may not have good cellular connectivity. All materials are stored on the user’s Android tablet. (An Apple iPad version is also available.)

February 19, 2021

Field to Market®

Field to Market® provides outcomes-based measurement tools and resources to help growers continuously improve their sustainability performance and their marketability.

February 19, 2021

Executive Cotton Update

This regularly updated overview looks at key macroeconomic indicators impacting the world’s cotton supply chains, with focus on downstream demand.

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February 19, 2021

Proper Moisture at Harvest for Cotton Stored in Round Modules

This brochure reminds producers of the importance of harvesting cotton at proper moisture content (less than 12%) and what the potential costs are if they do not. The brochure also discusses how to determine when it is safe to harvest if a moisture meter is not available.

February 19, 2021

Capturing Value from Cotton Data

The potential to gain value from the data being recorded by modern machinery, new sensors, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and satellite images is still emerging. This document describes opportunities for gins and growers to benefit from data.

February 19, 2021

Module Marker Study

Applying the correct module marking ink at harvest is important to preventing contamination. This report examines the potential for four different sprays to result in contamination at the textile mill.  

February 19, 2021

Stripper Harvesting

This 22-page PDF provides information on how to maintain and efficiently operate stripper harvesters, including field cleaner tuning tips.

February 19, 2021

Spindle Harvester Maintenance and Operation

This 38-page reference document covers key areas in maintaining spindle harvesters (pickers) and tips for efficient operation.