by Daniel J. Leonard | Nov 22, 2024
Another year has almost come and gone for Central Panhandle (Jackson, Calhoun, Washington, and Holmes County) farmers. Peanuts and cotton planted back in April and May have reached maturity and have mostly been harvested. So, with the end of the season upon us,...
by Isaac Esquivel | Oct 25, 2024
At the start of the 2024 season, we talked about early-season thrips management in cotton and peanut. I mentioned the potential for ThryvOn cotton and its efficacy on thrips as a potential new tool to combat early-season thrips and plant bug pressure. For the past two...
by Hardeep Singh | May 3, 2024
As we gear up for another planting season, it’s crucial to lay the groundwork for success from the very start. In this article, we will explore some key considerations for cotton planting and early season growth, equipping you with the knowledge and...
by Isaac Esquivel | Apr 26, 2024
As the cotton and peanut season begins across the Panhandle, I want to bring a few things to your attention regarding early insect pests this season. Our biggest questions regarding early-season cotton are: 1) What does the thrips situation look like? and 2)...
by external | Mar 15, 2024
Don Shurley, UGA Professor Emeritus of Cotton Economics Old crop prices (May and July futures) have lost some luster but still stand around 95¢—down from the near $1.00 level of just a couple of weeks ago. So, old crop has given back about a nickel since the...
