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.
RFID Tools for Cotton Module Management
This web page provides links to various software tools and educational information on the use of RFID (radio frequency identification) tags.
Precision Crop Technology Providers
Cotton Incorporated has collected a list of precision agriculture technology companies. These companies are a good starting point for growers who want to expand their use of such technologies.
Precision Crop Management
Learn the advantages of precision crop management, and get details about yield monitors and maps, as well as sensor-based approaches for plant growth regulators, harvest aids and nitrogen inputs.
Post-Harvest Pigweed Management
Pigweeds can emerge season-long, which includes after crop harvest following rainfall or irrigation events. Learn why controlling pigweed after harvest is important for the following year.
Climate and Crops
Thanks to breakthroughs that merged agronomy and climatology, agricultural producers can now base crop decisions for the next year on global climate patterns. (iOS device required to download)
Securing Round Modules for Transport
The National Cotton Ginners recommends these safe tie-down procedures for transporting round modules.
Predicted Precipitation Maps From NOAA
NOAA maps out predicted precipitation that aid growers in planning irrigation, herbicide applications, harvests and more. Access forecasts for the next 6 hours or next three days.
Handling Cotton Exposed to Excessive Rainfall
The National Cotton Council provides suggestions for both producers and ginners who need to handle seed cotton that has been exposed to excessive rainfall.
Cotton Info App for iPads
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 iPad. (An Android tablet version is also available.)
National Statistics for Cotton
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service releases national and state-level data for cotton including acreage, ginning, monthly marketing, prices, production and value.
Crop Nutrition Library
This resource library covers fertility information for a number of crops, including macro- and micronutrients, application and management suggestions. This site is sponsored by Mosaic, a fertilizer manufacturer.
COTMAN
COTMAN is a crop information system that uses monitoring techniques to summarize crop development status, detect stress and assist with in-season management decisions.