The Cotton Companion

The Cotton Companion catches up with Dr. Kater Hake of Cotton Incorporated to discuss some of the latest developments in cottonseed research and marketing, the status of on-going cotton production research, and some new additions to the CI research group.

Weed specialists Dr. Larry Steckel (Tennessee) and Dr. Tom Barber (Arkansas) join the Cotton Companion to discuss current weed control research, challenges, regulatory concerns, and new options from upcoming technologies and some older chemistries.

Dr. O.A. Cleveland rejoins the Cotton Companion podcast to share his thoughts on cotton's current market volatility, how 2022 cotton production is shaping up, and marketing moves that growers should be considering now. 

Steve Nichols of BASF joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss and celebrate 100 years of history, growth, and evolution of Stoneville cotton seed.

Agronomist Wes Rodgers joins the Cotton Companion from a cotton field turnrow for an update on planting status and some suggestions on early season pest management.

Dr. Ed Barnes of Cotton Incorporated joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss new technologies available for cotton production, as well as some other promising - and pretty cool - stuff on the horizon.

Believe it or not, it's farm bill time again. Reece Langley of the National Cotton Council joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss timing, potential topics, and cotton's priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill as the debate begins.

Staplcotn's Hank Reichle joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss what's currently going well for cotton as planting season begins - and where the watchouts may be.

In these unprecedented times, factors beyond cotton's control are seemingly impacting prices daily. Dr. O.A. Cleveland rejoins the Cotton Companion to discuss the latest obstacles and opportunities facing the cotton market. And, Beck Barnes is back

It's a double discussion episode of the Cotton Companion as Jackie Pucci joins in to update the latest glyphosate news. And we also visit with new NCC Chairman Ted Schneider.  

Transparency in cotton's supply chain is becoming a necessary part of the business. Jennifer Crumpler with BASF's e3 Sustainable Cotton program joins the podcast to discuss why it's important and what they're doing to educate the textile and fashion markets about cotton.

Textile and apparel expert Bob Antoshak joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss why apparel companies are blaming cotton for higher prices - and why they're wrong.

During the Beltwide Cotton Conferences, Jarral Neeper joins Jim to discuss cotton's outlook for 2022 and to compare our respective cotton acreage projections for the year.

With questions about product supply, increased costs, and label revisions for 2022, Jim Steadman and Jackie Pucci try to sort through some of the facts, rumors, and early recommendations for the upcoming planting season.

Jim and Frank take a few minutes to give thanks for some of the events, people, and milestones in the U.S. cotton industry during 2021.

Cotton broker Jim Nunn joins the Cotton Companion to talk about this year's crop and some of the challenges facing the marketing side of the business after cotton leaves the gin. 

Reviewing the recent Cotton Grower Cotton Achievement Award luncheon to honor 2020 recipient Ronnie Lee. And Dr. Don Shurley shares his thoughts on the current market as the 2021 season nears its end.

Dr. O.A. Cleveland made the call on dollar cotton back in February. It's only fitting that he joins the Cotton Companion podcast to explain his prediction and what the latest market reality means to the U.S. cotton industry.

Harvest is all about getting the crop out, but it's also time to manage risks to help protect your profit. University of Tennessee Cotton Economist Dr. Aaron Smith joins the Cotton Companion podcast to explain the whys and hows. Plus, we remember cotton industry giant Billy Dunavant.

Cotton harvest is coming quickly, and with it comes the risk of damaging fires to very expensive equipment. Steven Monaco of 1st Fire Safety joins the podcast to discuss fire prevention options for cotton pickers and strippers during harvest.

What's new with the Cotton Research and Promotion Program? Berrye Worsham, President/CEO of Cotton Incorporated, joins Jim and Frank to discuss some of the projects underway to promote and feed demand for U.S. cotton.

2022 is shaping up to be a big year for new products in cotton. Jim and Frank review the details about John Deere's new 770 series cotton picker and stripper and visit with Bayer's Keylon Gholston for a mid-season update on the on-farm testing of the new ThryvOn insect technology.

Jim and Frank celebrate the 100th episode of the Cotton Companion podcast by looking back with Beck Barnes and talking current cotton market prospects - and maybe dollar cotton - with economists O.A. Cleveland and Jarral Neeper.

Dr. Kater Hake with Cotton Incorporated joins the Cotton Companion podcast to discuss some of the varied research programs currently underway across the Cotton Belt.  

The Cotton Companion goes on the road to visit with Tennessee Extension Weed Specialist Larry Steckel about some of today's trends and challenges in cotton weed control.