Talkin' Cotton Podcast Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:56:22 -0500 http://ugacotton.com en-us © 2026 Talkin' Cotton Podcast yes ee071bbf-c884-5d92-9b07-e6c63c643611 University of Georgia's Cotton Team episodic false Welcome to the UGA Cotton Team's Talkin' Cotton Podcast. This is a podcast for cotton growers, county agents, industry partners and anyone else interested in learning about science-backed cotton production and pest management. Our goal is to educate you with the most up-to-date data and information all season long. Talkin' Cotton will feature guests, such as, extension specialists, research faculty, graduate students, extension agents, industry allies and many others! Let's get into the why's of puttin' on, throwin' off and cuttin' out. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) University of Georgia's Cotton Team https://storage.buzzsprout.com/wa70tgiyzmjihcbm6vcvbuq31hll?.jpg Talkin' Cotton Podcast http://ugacotton.com Dr. Camp Hand Dr. Phillip Roberts Practical Rules For Pesticides, ESA Labels, And Cover Crop Payoffs Practical Rules For Pesticides, ESA Labels, And Cover Crop Payoffs Cotton growers are juggling new label realities, tight margins, and the pressure to do right by their land and communities. We tackle all three with a practical roadmap: how to meet ESA requirements without guesswork, how to build records that prove what you already do well, and how to rethink PPE and daily habits so safety isn’t the first thing to slip when weather and workload collide.

We break down ESA label language into plain steps: confirm pesticide use limitation areas on Bulletins Live 2, set downwind drift buffers by the label, and earn mitigation points with the practices you likely use today—bigger droplets, lower booms, cover crops, conservation tillage, and grassed waterways. County agents now have EPA tools to translate your fields’ soils and slopes into documentation that stands up. The payoff is access to key chemistries while protecting sensitive areas, neighbors, and your crew.

Then we pivot to cover crops and ask the hard questions. Which species and maturities fit shrinking fall windows? Do broadcast seeding rates need to jump to match drilled biomass, or does data say otherwise? And when do multi‑species mixes deliver enough biomass, nutrient capture, and yield stability to justify higher costs, even with program payments? We share ongoing university trials comparing rye, oats, clovers, and vetches by cultivar and rate, plus studies tracking nutrient flow from cover residue into cotton tissue. Paired with long‑term lessons—organic matter, aggregation, infiltration—the story points to covers that build soil and soften risk, provided termination timing and pest pressure are managed.

The throughline is balance: leave the ground better than you found it, but make the numbers work. Safer spraying, stronger records, and smarter covers all add resilience to the operation and the community around it. 

]]> Cotton growers are juggling new label realities, tight margins, and the pressure to do right by their land and communities. We tackle all three with a practical roadmap: how to meet ESA requirements without guesswork, how to build records that prove what you already do well, and how to rethink PPE and daily habits so safety isn’t the first thing to slip when weather and workload collide.

We break down ESA label language into plain steps: confirm pesticide use limitation areas on Bulletins Live 2, set downwind drift buffers by the label, and earn mitigation points with the practices you likely use today—bigger droplets, lower booms, cover crops, conservation tillage, and grassed waterways. County agents now have EPA tools to translate your fields’ soils and slopes into documentation that stands up. The payoff is access to key chemistries while protecting sensitive areas, neighbors, and your crew.

Then we pivot to cover crops and ask the hard questions. Which species and maturities fit shrinking fall windows? Do broadcast seeding rates need to jump to match drilled biomass, or does data say otherwise? And when do multi‑species mixes deliver enough biomass, nutrient capture, and yield stability to justify higher costs, even with program payments? We share ongoing university trials comparing rye, oats, clovers, and vetches by cultivar and rate, plus studies tracking nutrient flow from cover residue into cotton tissue. Paired with long‑term lessons—organic matter, aggregation, infiltration—the story points to covers that build soil and soften risk, provided termination timing and pest pressure are managed.

The throughline is balance: leave the ground better than you found it, but make the numbers work. Safer spraying, stronger records, and smarter covers all add resilience to the operation and the community around it. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18761609 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2468 3 6 full false Science Over Noise: Saving Tools, Fields, And Future Cotton Science Over Noise: Saving Tools, Fields, And Future Cotton The weeds aren’t waiting—and neither are the courtrooms. We sat down with Dr. Stanley Culpepper to unpack why the biggest threats to your herbicide toolbox aren’t just resistance anymore, but activist lawsuits, policy shifts, and social narratives that ignore on-farm reality. From dicamba’s re-registration to smarter, structured labels, we trace how grower voices and evidence-based comments turned a bleak outlook into workable rules that keep fields cleaner and neighbors safer.

We get tactical fast. If you want to save money this year, start clean and stay ahead: no troublesome weeds at planting, overlap residuals, and hit early post windows before antagonism drags down grass control. We dig into troublesome weeds at burndown, including ryegrass and horseweed - which can cause serious problems in conservation tillage systems. You’ll also hear why droplet size, VRAs and DRAs, and tank-mix choices matter more than ever under the new dicamba labels. Licensing and mandatory training aren’t busywork; they’re your insurance policy for safe, legal, on-target applications.

Late-season strategy still pays. A focused layby application can break the cycle on nutsedge and tropical spiderwort, both perennials that quietly build underground banks within weeks of emerging. Morningglory cleanup, Palmer amaranth insurance, and precise directed sprays can protect yield and keep your program sustainable. Beyond the field edge, we talk about how farmer-led advocacy moves ESA implementation toward science, unlocks stalled chemistries, and speeds innovation when labels are clear and stewardship is tight.

If you care about keeping effective tools on the farm—and using them in ways that cut costs and conflict—this conversation delivers the why and the how.

]]> The weeds aren’t waiting—and neither are the courtrooms. We sat down with Dr. Stanley Culpepper to unpack why the biggest threats to your herbicide toolbox aren’t just resistance anymore, but activist lawsuits, policy shifts, and social narratives that ignore on-farm reality. From dicamba’s re-registration to smarter, structured labels, we trace how grower voices and evidence-based comments turned a bleak outlook into workable rules that keep fields cleaner and neighbors safer.

We get tactical fast. If you want to save money this year, start clean and stay ahead: no troublesome weeds at planting, overlap residuals, and hit early post windows before antagonism drags down grass control. We dig into troublesome weeds at burndown, including ryegrass and horseweed - which can cause serious problems in conservation tillage systems. You’ll also hear why droplet size, VRAs and DRAs, and tank-mix choices matter more than ever under the new dicamba labels. Licensing and mandatory training aren’t busywork; they’re your insurance policy for safe, legal, on-target applications.

Late-season strategy still pays. A focused layby application can break the cycle on nutsedge and tropical spiderwort, both perennials that quietly build underground banks within weeks of emerging. Morningglory cleanup, Palmer amaranth insurance, and precise directed sprays can protect yield and keep your program sustainable. Beyond the field edge, we talk about how farmer-led advocacy moves ESA implementation toward science, unlocks stalled chemistries, and speeds innovation when labels are clear and stewardship is tight.

If you care about keeping effective tools on the farm—and using them in ways that cut costs and conflict—this conversation delivers the why and the how.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18714962 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2056 3 5 full false Irrigation, Planting, And Precision Ag Wins For 2026 Cotton Irrigation, Planting, And Precision Ag Wins For 2026 Cotton Stop watering cotton that’s ready to pick. We dive straight into the decisions that protect margins in 2026: getting pivots uniform, setting planters for true depth, dialing fertility with grid sampling, and timing irrigation to the crop’s changing demand. With Dr. Wes Porter from the University of Georgia, we compare what the data promises with what real systems can deliver, turning research into a framework you can actually use.

First, we tackle pivot uniformity—the cheapest, most reliable ROI in irrigation. From clogged nozzles and cracked regulators after freeze events to backwards orifices that cause yield‑robbing bands, we outline why preseason testing matters and how a $2,500 to $5,000 re‑nozzling can pay back quickly. We connect aerial images and yield maps to water distribution so waste is visible, fixable, and profitable to correct.

Then we shift to precision fertility and planting. Stop trying to homogenize fields by pouring inputs into chronically weak zones. Use 2.5‑acre grid sampling to align nutrients with potential, and protect returns by reducing seed and fertility where yield never responds. On the planter, prioritize real seed‑to‑soil contact: a true one‑inch placement in hot, dry windows, lighter downforce for a small seed, and appropriate speed or high‑speed delivery when you push past 6 to 7 mph. We also unpack years of hill drop data: it boosts emergence in tough conditions but rarely adds yield unless stands are consistently poor—so deploy it tactically on crust‑prone ground.

The payoff comes with water timing. We explore stage‑based irrigation thresholds that let cotton run a little drier early, tighten through peak bloom, and relax late—always within the limits of your system’s capacity. And we address the bottom‑line finding growers ask about most: multiple years show no yield difference between terminating irrigation at cutout versus watering to 10 percent open or beyond, as long as the profile is full at termination. That’s real savings—often $10 to $40+ per acre—without sacrificing lint, and less risk of boll rot in wet finishes.

Want to turn wasted inches into margin? Listen now, take notes to tailor the framework to your fields, and send us your biggest win or sticking point. If this helped, subscribe, share with a neighbor, and leave a review so more growers can put money back in the bank.

]]> Stop watering cotton that’s ready to pick. We dive straight into the decisions that protect margins in 2026: getting pivots uniform, setting planters for true depth, dialing fertility with grid sampling, and timing irrigation to the crop’s changing demand. With Dr. Wes Porter from the University of Georgia, we compare what the data promises with what real systems can deliver, turning research into a framework you can actually use.

First, we tackle pivot uniformity—the cheapest, most reliable ROI in irrigation. From clogged nozzles and cracked regulators after freeze events to backwards orifices that cause yield‑robbing bands, we outline why preseason testing matters and how a $2,500 to $5,000 re‑nozzling can pay back quickly. We connect aerial images and yield maps to water distribution so waste is visible, fixable, and profitable to correct.

Then we shift to precision fertility and planting. Stop trying to homogenize fields by pouring inputs into chronically weak zones. Use 2.5‑acre grid sampling to align nutrients with potential, and protect returns by reducing seed and fertility where yield never responds. On the planter, prioritize real seed‑to‑soil contact: a true one‑inch placement in hot, dry windows, lighter downforce for a small seed, and appropriate speed or high‑speed delivery when you push past 6 to 7 mph. We also unpack years of hill drop data: it boosts emergence in tough conditions but rarely adds yield unless stands are consistently poor—so deploy it tactically on crust‑prone ground.

The payoff comes with water timing. We explore stage‑based irrigation thresholds that let cotton run a little drier early, tighten through peak bloom, and relax late—always within the limits of your system’s capacity. And we address the bottom‑line finding growers ask about most: multiple years show no yield difference between terminating irrigation at cutout versus watering to 10 percent open or beyond, as long as the profile is full at termination. That’s real savings—often $10 to $40+ per acre—without sacrificing lint, and less risk of boll rot in wet finishes.

Want to turn wasted inches into margin? Listen now, take notes to tailor the framework to your fields, and send us your biggest win or sticking point. If this helped, subscribe, share with a neighbor, and leave a review so more growers can put money back in the bank.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18590064 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2635 3 4 full false From Trials To Fields: Smarter Variety Selection For 2026 From Trials To Fields: Smarter Variety Selection For 2026 Prices are stubborn, inputs aren’t getting cheaper, and acres have shifted—but we still need cotton in Georgia. We take you inside the decisions that matter most for 2026: choosing stable, above‑average varieties with multi‑year proof, pairing trait packages to your pest pressure and management style, and building a plan where timing—not just rate—drives performance. From OVT comparisons to 25 on‑farm trial sites, we explain how to read the data for stability across environments instead of chasing last year’s headline yield.

We also unpack a hot question: can conventional cotton really save money? The math often says no once you include extra trips, worm sprays, and weed pressure. Yield per pound remains the biggest lever on profitability, so we outline where to spend and where to skip—clean starts with effective residuals, scouting‑led insect calls, and right‑time PGRs tailored to variety vigor. Small positioning choices matter too, like using semi‑smooth leaves outside whitefly zones to buy time against jassids and placing aggressive genetics on weaker ground to rein in height and hasten earliness.

Deer pressure is no longer “just a headache”—it’s measurable loss. We share new work that links NDVI satellite imagery to yield maps so you can put dollars to damage, make a case with insurers, and decide if fencing pays back in one field edge or across a whole farm. For those exploring repellents, we discuss practical ways to fold them into existing spray calendars without letting costs outrun returns. Along the way, we keep the focus where it belongs: make every input count, avoid unproven add‑ins, and keep the two‑way conversation going with your county agent.

Subscribe, share this episode with a neighbor, and leave a review with your biggest 2026 decision—what will you change to protect yield this year?

]]> Prices are stubborn, inputs aren’t getting cheaper, and acres have shifted—but we still need cotton in Georgia. We take you inside the decisions that matter most for 2026: choosing stable, above‑average varieties with multi‑year proof, pairing trait packages to your pest pressure and management style, and building a plan where timing—not just rate—drives performance. From OVT comparisons to 25 on‑farm trial sites, we explain how to read the data for stability across environments instead of chasing last year’s headline yield.

We also unpack a hot question: can conventional cotton really save money? The math often says no once you include extra trips, worm sprays, and weed pressure. Yield per pound remains the biggest lever on profitability, so we outline where to spend and where to skip—clean starts with effective residuals, scouting‑led insect calls, and right‑time PGRs tailored to variety vigor. Small positioning choices matter too, like using semi‑smooth leaves outside whitefly zones to buy time against jassids and placing aggressive genetics on weaker ground to rein in height and hasten earliness.

Deer pressure is no longer “just a headache”—it’s measurable loss. We share new work that links NDVI satellite imagery to yield maps so you can put dollars to damage, make a case with insurers, and decide if fencing pays back in one field edge or across a whole farm. For those exploring repellents, we discuss practical ways to fold them into existing spray calendars without letting costs outrun returns. Along the way, we keep the focus where it belongs: make every input count, avoid unproven add‑ins, and keep the two‑way conversation going with your county agent.

Subscribe, share this episode with a neighbor, and leave a review with your biggest 2026 decision—what will you change to protect yield this year?

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18541418 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2497 3 3 full false Spring County Meeting Updates Preview Spring County Meeting Updates Preview  We’re rolling out a series of recorded updates from every Georgia cotton specialist so you can hear the what, why, and when behind this season’s key recommendations—without rearranging your whole week. Consider this your on‑demand companion to the in‑person meetings, built to fit inside a busy farm day.

We walk through how the information pipeline works: production guides are already with your county agents and at the meetings, the summer newsletter keeps up with fast-moving issues like pest pressure and growth stages, and this podcast fills in the context you might miss or need a refresher on. Not every specialist can be in every room, and not every grower can get to a meeting. By capturing these updates in audio, we help you keep pace with agronomy, and pest management while you scout fields, haul modules, or catch a rare quiet moment.

More than anything, we’re focused on economic sustainability. The advice we share aims to protect yield potential, prioritize decisions under pressure, and keep cotton viable across Georgia’s diverse acres. If a topic you care about isn’t covered or you want deeper detail for your county, call your local Extension agent—they know exactly how to reach us and get you what you need.

If this approach helps you, follow the show, share it with a neighbor, and leave a quick review. Your feedback tells us which questions to chase next and helps other growers find the information when it matters most.

]]>  We’re rolling out a series of recorded updates from every Georgia cotton specialist so you can hear the what, why, and when behind this season’s key recommendations—without rearranging your whole week. Consider this your on‑demand companion to the in‑person meetings, built to fit inside a busy farm day.

We walk through how the information pipeline works: production guides are already with your county agents and at the meetings, the summer newsletter keeps up with fast-moving issues like pest pressure and growth stages, and this podcast fills in the context you might miss or need a refresher on. Not every specialist can be in every room, and not every grower can get to a meeting. By capturing these updates in audio, we help you keep pace with agronomy, and pest management while you scout fields, haul modules, or catch a rare quiet moment.

More than anything, we’re focused on economic sustainability. The advice we share aims to protect yield potential, prioritize decisions under pressure, and keep cotton viable across Georgia’s diverse acres. If a topic you care about isn’t covered or you want deeper detail for your county, call your local Extension agent—they know exactly how to reach us and get you what you need.

If this approach helps you, follow the show, share it with a neighbor, and leave a quick review. Your feedback tells us which questions to chase next and helps other growers find the information when it matters most.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18541391 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 161 3 2 trailer false Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting: Speakers, Topics, And What Growers Need To Know Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting: Speakers, Topics, And What Growers Need To Know We preview the Georgia Cotton Commission annual meeting in Tifton with clear updates on pests, policy, markets, and risk. Speakers from UGA, USDA, and the National Cotton Council share what growers need to do now and how to prepare for 2026.

• date, location, registration link and logistics for the annual meeting
• main program speakers and why their topics matter
• cotton jassid status and management priorities
• FSA timelines for safety nets, bridge assistance and marketing loan changes
• Plant Not Plastic goals and how growers can amplify demand
• luncheon awards and educator insights on school–farm partnerships
• new breakout on budgets, crop insurance, futures and options
• county meeting schedule and how to reach the team

We look forward to seeing everyone at the Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting - please register at the link below:

https://uga.ungerboeck.com/prod/emc00/register.aspx?aat=6e6e42387452526344624c7277642f614e5848726b4130327a52504f4d4748332f4a6a365177674e335a633d


]]> We preview the Georgia Cotton Commission annual meeting in Tifton with clear updates on pests, policy, markets, and risk. Speakers from UGA, USDA, and the National Cotton Council share what growers need to do now and how to prepare for 2026.

• date, location, registration link and logistics for the annual meeting
• main program speakers and why their topics matter
• cotton jassid status and management priorities
• FSA timelines for safety nets, bridge assistance and marketing loan changes
• Plant Not Plastic goals and how growers can amplify demand
• luncheon awards and educator insights on school–farm partnerships
• new breakout on budgets, crop insurance, futures and options
• county meeting schedule and how to reach the team

We look forward to seeing everyone at the Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting - please register at the link below:

https://uga.ungerboeck.com/prod/emc00/register.aspx?aat=6e6e42387452526344624c7277642f614e5848726b4130327a52504f4d4748332f4a6a365177674e335a633d


]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18495890 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500 1266 3 1 full false When Your Sprayer Belt And The Market Both Snap When Your Sprayer Belt And The Market Both Snap Strong yields, premium fiber, and a price that refuses to budge—this season is a study in contrasts. We open with hard numbers: Georgia sits near 70% harvested and ahead of the five-year pace, while USDA’s updated estimate pegs statewide yield around 983 pounds per acre on roughly 830,000 harvested acres. Classing results are bright across the board, with color, staple, strength, and micronaire pushing many bales into premium territory, even as low 60s prices test patience and cash flow.

From there we head to the edges of the map, where a sharp freeze exposed weaknesses in late-planted and deer-damaged cotton. Our field notes from damage trials show how timing, wildlife pressure, and cold combine to shut down unopened bolls. If your fields are mostly open and you’re chasing leaves, a lean defoliation program at lower rates can finish the job now that temperatures have moderated. We also swap cab-seat lessons from a long day of overheated hydraulics, frayed belts, and roadside close calls—a reminder to winterize equipment, respect the road, and plan safe routes home.

Pest pressure took a turn as well. The frost likely knocked back whitefly reproduction by wiping host plants, while jassid counts on yellow sticky cards stayed highly variable, often tied to proximity to defoliated cotton and roadside goldenrod. We explain what the cards are telling us, why adult feeding isn’t the same as reproduction, and how county agents and collaborators are helping map hotspots across South Georgia. Looking ahead, we’ll bring more targeted guidance to county meetings this winter and spring, so tell your agent what you want covered, from variety selection to jassid thresholds and late-season timing.

We also take a moment for the people behind the pickers. If stress is heavy—tight margins, long days, or uncertainty—reach out. County agents can connect you with resources, and peers can be the extra strands in a cord that won’t easily break. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review so more growers can find it.

]]> Strong yields, premium fiber, and a price that refuses to budge—this season is a study in contrasts. We open with hard numbers: Georgia sits near 70% harvested and ahead of the five-year pace, while USDA’s updated estimate pegs statewide yield around 983 pounds per acre on roughly 830,000 harvested acres. Classing results are bright across the board, with color, staple, strength, and micronaire pushing many bales into premium territory, even as low 60s prices test patience and cash flow.

From there we head to the edges of the map, where a sharp freeze exposed weaknesses in late-planted and deer-damaged cotton. Our field notes from damage trials show how timing, wildlife pressure, and cold combine to shut down unopened bolls. If your fields are mostly open and you’re chasing leaves, a lean defoliation program at lower rates can finish the job now that temperatures have moderated. We also swap cab-seat lessons from a long day of overheated hydraulics, frayed belts, and roadside close calls—a reminder to winterize equipment, respect the road, and plan safe routes home.

Pest pressure took a turn as well. The frost likely knocked back whitefly reproduction by wiping host plants, while jassid counts on yellow sticky cards stayed highly variable, often tied to proximity to defoliated cotton and roadside goldenrod. We explain what the cards are telling us, why adult feeding isn’t the same as reproduction, and how county agents and collaborators are helping map hotspots across South Georgia. Looking ahead, we’ll bring more targeted guidance to county meetings this winter and spring, so tell your agent what you want covered, from variety selection to jassid thresholds and late-season timing.

We also take a moment for the people behind the pickers. If stress is heavy—tight margins, long days, or uncertainty—reach out. County agents can connect you with resources, and peers can be the extra strands in a cord that won’t easily break. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review so more growers can find it.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18224112 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1819 2 25 full false Georgia Cotton Harvest: Data, Decisions, and Defoliation Georgia Cotton Harvest: Data, Decisions, and Defoliation A strong crop and a tighter runway. We kick off with a clear snapshot of Georgia cotton quality and why harvest has suddenly accelerated, then dive into the decisions that will define the finish: defoliation timing ahead of a hard freeze, reading yield data for profit, and recognizing when insects actually move the needle. You’ll hear what surprised us this season—big yield gains from thrips control on slow-starting April cotton—and why jassid responses hinged on timing relative to plant decline. We unpack the shift toward lower jassid thresholds, the role of potash in injury severity, and how to separate insect blame from drought, elevation, and fertility signals you can see on a yield map.

From the cab to the office, precision ag earns its keep. We walk through calibrating yield monitors and onboard module weighing, confirming software unlocks, and using John Deere Operations Center to turn data into profit maps that guide next year’s inputs. Instead of forcing uniformity, we talk reallocation: dialing seeding rates by zone, pushing strong areas responsibly, and reducing inputs where returns won’t follow. Elevation, soil texture, and nematode sampling help decode those stubborn 4-bale-to-1.5-bale swings inside the same field, so winter plans can do more than guess.

Urgency matters this week. A hard freeze with lows in the upper 20s means defoliants need three sunny days to work before the cold sets in. We explain why cloudy, cool conditions stall defoliation, how ethephon accelerates opening, and the difference between a helpful frost and a yield-costing freeze. We close with safety reminders around pivots and live power, plus practical tips to keep crews and equipment out of harm’s way during long harvest days.

If this helped you plan your next move, follow the show, share it with a neighbor, and leave a quick review. Got a question or a tricky map to decode? Reach out to your UGA County Extension agent and tell us what you want covered next.

]]> A strong crop and a tighter runway. We kick off with a clear snapshot of Georgia cotton quality and why harvest has suddenly accelerated, then dive into the decisions that will define the finish: defoliation timing ahead of a hard freeze, reading yield data for profit, and recognizing when insects actually move the needle. You’ll hear what surprised us this season—big yield gains from thrips control on slow-starting April cotton—and why jassid responses hinged on timing relative to plant decline. We unpack the shift toward lower jassid thresholds, the role of potash in injury severity, and how to separate insect blame from drought, elevation, and fertility signals you can see on a yield map.

From the cab to the office, precision ag earns its keep. We walk through calibrating yield monitors and onboard module weighing, confirming software unlocks, and using John Deere Operations Center to turn data into profit maps that guide next year’s inputs. Instead of forcing uniformity, we talk reallocation: dialing seeding rates by zone, pushing strong areas responsibly, and reducing inputs where returns won’t follow. Elevation, soil texture, and nematode sampling help decode those stubborn 4-bale-to-1.5-bale swings inside the same field, so winter plans can do more than guess.

Urgency matters this week. A hard freeze with lows in the upper 20s means defoliants need three sunny days to work before the cold sets in. We explain why cloudy, cool conditions stall defoliation, how ethephon accelerates opening, and the difference between a helpful frost and a yield-costing freeze. We close with safety reminders around pivots and live power, plus practical tips to keep crews and equipment out of harm’s way during long harvest days.

If this helped you plan your next move, follow the show, share it with a neighbor, and leave a quick review. Got a question or a tricky map to decode? Reach out to your UGA County Extension agent and tell us what you want covered next.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-18139047 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2339 2 24 full false From Jassids to Gins: Yield, Defoliation, and Smart Soil Moves in Georgia Cotton From Jassids to Gins: Yield, Defoliation, and Smart Soil Moves in Georgia Cotton Yields are coming in hot and the lessons are even hotter. We walk the rows with real numbers—1,200 to 1,400 pounds in several spots, three-bale reports on tough ground—and dig into what actually moved the needle: on-time jassid control, patient defoliation, smart irrigation cutoff, and stalk destruction that shuts down the green bridge. From the picker seat to the lab bench, we connect field-edge efficacy trials with practical harvest decisions you can make this week.

We bring the full team perspective together—entomology, agronomy, and on-farm trial work—to explain why a seven-to-ten-day delay on jassid sprays cost yield, how red leaves can still take defoliants if they’re not crunchy, and where fertility turned stress into survival rather than collapse. You’ll hear why irrigated variety trials in Tifton taught more than any spreadsheet, how late-June cotton has clearly cut out, and why strategic tillage—one targeted pass instead of three—can save money without sacrificing soil health. With a warm weather window ahead, most defoliation programs should perform cleanly, and classing results already show promising color and premiums.

We also map the finish-line moves: mow low or pull stalks to starve pests before winter, document where potash fell short, and share acres-treated estimates with your county agent so we can quantify the jassid footprint and sharpen recommendations for 2025. Harvest quality looks within reach if we stick the landing. If this conversation helps you plan your next pass or avoid an unnecessary one, share it with a neighbor, subscribe for updates, and leave a review with your top harvest question—we’ll tackle it on the next show.

]]> Yields are coming in hot and the lessons are even hotter. We walk the rows with real numbers—1,200 to 1,400 pounds in several spots, three-bale reports on tough ground—and dig into what actually moved the needle: on-time jassid control, patient defoliation, smart irrigation cutoff, and stalk destruction that shuts down the green bridge. From the picker seat to the lab bench, we connect field-edge efficacy trials with practical harvest decisions you can make this week.

We bring the full team perspective together—entomology, agronomy, and on-farm trial work—to explain why a seven-to-ten-day delay on jassid sprays cost yield, how red leaves can still take defoliants if they’re not crunchy, and where fertility turned stress into survival rather than collapse. You’ll hear why irrigated variety trials in Tifton taught more than any spreadsheet, how late-June cotton has clearly cut out, and why strategic tillage—one targeted pass instead of three—can save money without sacrificing soil health. With a warm weather window ahead, most defoliation programs should perform cleanly, and classing results already show promising color and premiums.

We also map the finish-line moves: mow low or pull stalks to starve pests before winter, document where potash fell short, and share acres-treated estimates with your county agent so we can quantify the jassid footprint and sharpen recommendations for 2025. Harvest quality looks within reach if we stick the landing. If this conversation helps you plan your next pass or avoid an unnecessary one, share it with a neighbor, subscribe for updates, and leave a review with your top harvest question—we’ll tackle it on the next show.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17988475 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1777 2 23 full false Maximizing Cotton Yield: The Drought, Defoliation, and Cover Crop Connection Maximizing Cotton Yield: The Drought, Defoliation, and Cover Crop Connection The cotton crop is moving fast in Georgia this year. With 76% of the crop having open bolls—13% ahead of the five-year average—growers are making critical end-of-season decisions while planning for what comes next.

Drought conditions since Labor Day weekend have created unique irrigation management challenges. The UGA cotton team discusses the surprising discovery that many fields have adequate moisture in shallow soil layers but are bone dry below 12 inches. This deep moisture depletion could impact yields as plants can't access their usual "bank" of water reserves. The team addresses whether irrigating cotton that's already 20-30% open is worthwhile, and when it's simply wasting money. Their practical advice: if you're seeing 60% open bolls, it's time to shut off the water regardless of leaf appearance.

Interestingly, early-planted cotton (April-May) has performed exceptionally well this season. The dry conditions arrived just as these crops were finishing, preventing the boll rot that typically plagues early plantings. Some dryland cotton planted in mid-April is yielding 1500-1600 pounds—a testament to perfect timing between crop development and weather patterns.

The conversation shifts to cover crop planning as harvest approaches. Dr. Singleton explains how cover crops do more than just prevent erosion—they improve water infiltration, suppress weeds, and build organic matter over time. The team discusses how even tiny amounts of soil loss add up dramatically (a 1/32 inch loss across an acre equals five tons of soil), making cover crops a crucial investment despite their upfront cost. They explore options for fitting various cover crop species into tight rotation windows, particularly when following cotton with corn.

The episode concludes with practical advice on defoliating drought-stressed cotton and managing cotton damaged by jassids, emphasizing the importance of timing to avoid stuck leaves and other harvest complications.

Ready to protect your soil, maximize your irrigation efficiency, and set up next season for success? Listen now for research-backed strategies that balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability.

]]> The cotton crop is moving fast in Georgia this year. With 76% of the crop having open bolls—13% ahead of the five-year average—growers are making critical end-of-season decisions while planning for what comes next.

Drought conditions since Labor Day weekend have created unique irrigation management challenges. The UGA cotton team discusses the surprising discovery that many fields have adequate moisture in shallow soil layers but are bone dry below 12 inches. This deep moisture depletion could impact yields as plants can't access their usual "bank" of water reserves. The team addresses whether irrigating cotton that's already 20-30% open is worthwhile, and when it's simply wasting money. Their practical advice: if you're seeing 60% open bolls, it's time to shut off the water regardless of leaf appearance.

Interestingly, early-planted cotton (April-May) has performed exceptionally well this season. The dry conditions arrived just as these crops were finishing, preventing the boll rot that typically plagues early plantings. Some dryland cotton planted in mid-April is yielding 1500-1600 pounds—a testament to perfect timing between crop development and weather patterns.

The conversation shifts to cover crop planning as harvest approaches. Dr. Singleton explains how cover crops do more than just prevent erosion—they improve water infiltration, suppress weeds, and build organic matter over time. The team discusses how even tiny amounts of soil loss add up dramatically (a 1/32 inch loss across an acre equals five tons of soil), making cover crops a crucial investment despite their upfront cost. They explore options for fitting various cover crop species into tight rotation windows, particularly when following cotton with corn.

The episode concludes with practical advice on defoliating drought-stressed cotton and managing cotton damaged by jassids, emphasizing the importance of timing to avoid stuck leaves and other harvest complications.

Ready to protect your soil, maximize your irrigation efficiency, and set up next season for success? Listen now for research-backed strategies that balance immediate needs with long-term sustainability.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17912308 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 3329 2 22 full false When Fields Turn Yellow: The Critical Timing of Cotton Harvest When Fields Turn Yellow: The Critical Timing of Cotton Harvest A critical transition point has arrived for Georgia cotton producers as this year's crop races toward harvest readiness. With 51% of bolls already opening—well ahead of the five-year average—growers face important decisions about defoliation timing, irrigation termination, and pest management that will impact both yield and quality.

The UGA Cotton Team dives into the unusual weather patterns affecting this year's crop, including September's surprisingly dry conditions that have necessitated more irrigation than typical for this time of year. For late-planted cotton approaching cutout, specialists recommend careful assessment of soil moisture before making irrigation termination decisions, as one final watering may prevent yield losses in fields with inadequate moisture reserves.

A significant focus of this episode centers on the emerging cotton jassid challenge and its potential impact on defoliation effectiveness. Dramatic field observations reveal stark differences between treated and untreated areas, with untreated cotton showing concerning red leaf symptoms that could compromise harvest preparation if not addressed promptly. The team emphasizes defoliating jassid-affected fields while leaves are still green or red, as waiting until they turn brown may create serious harvest quality issues.

Regional variations in boll rot present another management consideration, with middle and east Georgia experiencing significantly higher incidence than the Tifton area. This pattern appears linked to August's rainfall distribution and cloud cover, demonstrating how microclimates within the state can dramatically affect cotton development and quality.

Safety concerns take center stage as harvest approaches, with detailed discussions about cotton picker hazards, maintenance requirements, and operator vigilance. The team stresses the importance of appropriate harvest timing based on humidity conditions rather than pushing for extended operating hours that increase accident risks.

Perhaps most concerning for Georgia agriculture's future is the shifting crop balance, with cotton acreage falling to its lowest level since 1993 and being surpassed by peanuts. This disruption to traditional rotation patterns threatens the equilibrium that helps manage pests, diseases, and soil health across the state's farming systems.

Want to make better harvest preparation decisions? Connect with your local UGA Extension agent for field-specific recommendations on defoliation timing, pest management strategies, and irrigation decisions tailored to your situation.

]]> A critical transition point has arrived for Georgia cotton producers as this year's crop races toward harvest readiness. With 51% of bolls already opening—well ahead of the five-year average—growers face important decisions about defoliation timing, irrigation termination, and pest management that will impact both yield and quality.

The UGA Cotton Team dives into the unusual weather patterns affecting this year's crop, including September's surprisingly dry conditions that have necessitated more irrigation than typical for this time of year. For late-planted cotton approaching cutout, specialists recommend careful assessment of soil moisture before making irrigation termination decisions, as one final watering may prevent yield losses in fields with inadequate moisture reserves.

A significant focus of this episode centers on the emerging cotton jassid challenge and its potential impact on defoliation effectiveness. Dramatic field observations reveal stark differences between treated and untreated areas, with untreated cotton showing concerning red leaf symptoms that could compromise harvest preparation if not addressed promptly. The team emphasizes defoliating jassid-affected fields while leaves are still green or red, as waiting until they turn brown may create serious harvest quality issues.

Regional variations in boll rot present another management consideration, with middle and east Georgia experiencing significantly higher incidence than the Tifton area. This pattern appears linked to August's rainfall distribution and cloud cover, demonstrating how microclimates within the state can dramatically affect cotton development and quality.

Safety concerns take center stage as harvest approaches, with detailed discussions about cotton picker hazards, maintenance requirements, and operator vigilance. The team stresses the importance of appropriate harvest timing based on humidity conditions rather than pushing for extended operating hours that increase accident risks.

Perhaps most concerning for Georgia agriculture's future is the shifting crop balance, with cotton acreage falling to its lowest level since 1993 and being surpassed by peanuts. This disruption to traditional rotation patterns threatens the equilibrium that helps manage pests, diseases, and soil health across the state's farming systems.

Want to make better harvest preparation decisions? Connect with your local UGA Extension agent for field-specific recommendations on defoliation timing, pest management strategies, and irrigation decisions tailored to your situation.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17832862 Fri, 12 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2662 2 21 full false Managing Late-Season Cotton Challenges Managing Late-Season Cotton Challenges The Georgia cotton crop is racing toward harvest with 21% of bolls already opening—about 5% ahead of the five-year average. This early September period brings ideal "cotton weather" with cool mornings in the high 60s and daytime temperatures around 90°F, creating perfect conditions for final boll development without the stress of extreme heat.

For most fields planted before mid-June, the irrigation season has ended. Water requirements drop significantly by week 18 after planting, and recent rainfall has helped many fields reach adequate soil moisture levels. Unless dealing with unusually late-planted cotton or areas that missed precipitation, growers can confidently terminate irrigation and focus on harvest preparation.

With cotton opening early and peanut harvest approaching simultaneously, equipment readiness becomes critical. Now is the perfect time to perform maintenance on cotton pickers—checking spindles for wear, inspecting doffer pads, and ensuring all systems are properly greased. Taking advantage of current favorable weather for maintenance will prevent costly delays when optimal harvest windows arrive.

Late-season pest pressure presents significant challenges across Georgia's cotton belt. Plant bugs continue causing problems in western counties, while whitefly populations have surged, particularly where harsh chemistry has been applied for other pests. Most concerning is the widespread presence of the cotton jassid, especially in eastern Georgia counties following what appears to be Hurricane Helene's path from last season.

These jassids cause distinctive yellowing along leaf margins resembling potassium deficiency, with damage progressing quickly as photosynthetic capacity decreases. Current management recommendations include a threshold that can be obtained through your local UGA Count Extension Agent, though many recommendations continue evolving as researchers gather more data. 

Timely defoliation becomes not just a harvest preparation strategy but an exit from ongoing pest management challenges. With cotton prices around 60 cents per pound, quality preservation through prompt harvest after defoliation will maximize returns in a challenging market environment.

Join us for upcoming field days on September 3rd at Lane Farm in Tifton and September 23rd in Watkinsville to learn more about navigating these late-season decisions for optimal yield and quality outcomes.

]]> The Georgia cotton crop is racing toward harvest with 21% of bolls already opening—about 5% ahead of the five-year average. This early September period brings ideal "cotton weather" with cool mornings in the high 60s and daytime temperatures around 90°F, creating perfect conditions for final boll development without the stress of extreme heat.

For most fields planted before mid-June, the irrigation season has ended. Water requirements drop significantly by week 18 after planting, and recent rainfall has helped many fields reach adequate soil moisture levels. Unless dealing with unusually late-planted cotton or areas that missed precipitation, growers can confidently terminate irrigation and focus on harvest preparation.

With cotton opening early and peanut harvest approaching simultaneously, equipment readiness becomes critical. Now is the perfect time to perform maintenance on cotton pickers—checking spindles for wear, inspecting doffer pads, and ensuring all systems are properly greased. Taking advantage of current favorable weather for maintenance will prevent costly delays when optimal harvest windows arrive.

Late-season pest pressure presents significant challenges across Georgia's cotton belt. Plant bugs continue causing problems in western counties, while whitefly populations have surged, particularly where harsh chemistry has been applied for other pests. Most concerning is the widespread presence of the cotton jassid, especially in eastern Georgia counties following what appears to be Hurricane Helene's path from last season.

These jassids cause distinctive yellowing along leaf margins resembling potassium deficiency, with damage progressing quickly as photosynthetic capacity decreases. Current management recommendations include a threshold that can be obtained through your local UGA Count Extension Agent, though many recommendations continue evolving as researchers gather more data. 

Timely defoliation becomes not just a harvest preparation strategy but an exit from ongoing pest management challenges. With cotton prices around 60 cents per pound, quality preservation through prompt harvest after defoliation will maximize returns in a challenging market environment.

Join us for upcoming field days on September 3rd at Lane Farm in Tifton and September 23rd in Watkinsville to learn more about navigating these late-season decisions for optimal yield and quality outcomes.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17751287 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2340 2 20 full false Proposed Dicamba Regulations: What Georgia Cotton Growers Need to Know Proposed Dicamba Regulations: What Georgia Cotton Growers Need to Know In this special episode, Dr. Stanley Culpepper breaks down the proposed regulatory changes with respect to dicamba that every cotton grower needs to understand before the September 6th comment deadline.

Dr. Culpepper first highlights Georgia's exceptional track record in pesticide stewardship, with over 19,000 training participants and multiple EPA visits to understand how Georgia farmers have successfully minimized off-target movement. This context matters because the proposed changes don't acknowledge regional differences in application success rates.

While some existing requirements remain unchanged – including restricted use status, mandatory training, and application parameters – the new temperature-based volatility mitigation requirements represent a potentially devastating change for southern cotton producers. Under the proposed rules, applications would face escalating restrictions based on 48-hour temperature forecasts.

The real-world impact is sobering. Data analysis shows these temperature restrictions would eliminate approximately 37% of potential spray days if cotton is planted in May, force costly sequential applications on most remaining days, and effectively eliminate any opportunity to apply dicamba without significant additional costs. For farmers planting in June, available spray windows might shrink to just 13 days – utterly inadequate for managing large acreages.

What makes this particularly frustrating is that Georgia has not documented dicamba volatility issues since implementing VRAs. This underscores the critical importance of farmer feedback through the comment period ending September 6th.

Work with your county extension agent to submit effective comments that can influence these proposed regulations. The future of this critical weed management tool depends on making your voice heard now.

]]> In this special episode, Dr. Stanley Culpepper breaks down the proposed regulatory changes with respect to dicamba that every cotton grower needs to understand before the September 6th comment deadline.

Dr. Culpepper first highlights Georgia's exceptional track record in pesticide stewardship, with over 19,000 training participants and multiple EPA visits to understand how Georgia farmers have successfully minimized off-target movement. This context matters because the proposed changes don't acknowledge regional differences in application success rates.

While some existing requirements remain unchanged – including restricted use status, mandatory training, and application parameters – the new temperature-based volatility mitigation requirements represent a potentially devastating change for southern cotton producers. Under the proposed rules, applications would face escalating restrictions based on 48-hour temperature forecasts.

The real-world impact is sobering. Data analysis shows these temperature restrictions would eliminate approximately 37% of potential spray days if cotton is planted in May, force costly sequential applications on most remaining days, and effectively eliminate any opportunity to apply dicamba without significant additional costs. For farmers planting in June, available spray windows might shrink to just 13 days – utterly inadequate for managing large acreages.

What makes this particularly frustrating is that Georgia has not documented dicamba volatility issues since implementing VRAs. This underscores the critical importance of farmer feedback through the comment period ending September 6th.

Work with your county extension agent to submit effective comments that can influence these proposed regulations. The future of this critical weed management tool depends on making your voice heard now.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17693527 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1790 2 19 full false Beyond The Shed: What Your Cotton Plants Are Really Telling You Beyond The Shed: What Your Cotton Plants Are Really Telling You The Georgia cotton crop is showing signs of change as August progresses, with growers witnessing fruit shed across fields statewide. This episode dives deep into the natural processes driving cotton fruit abscission and whether you should be concerned about those squares and young bolls on the ground.

Our experts explain that even high-yielding cotton naturally sheds up to 60% of its fruit, with this process peaking between peak bloom and cutout when demand for carbohydrates is highest. Recent overcast weather has intensified this natural process, limiting the crucial solar radiation plants need. While concerning to witness, the team reassures growers that position and timing play key roles – fruit retention typically peaks around node 10, and once bolls reach two weeks of age, they're unlikely to shed regardless of conditions. Unfortunately, when sunlight becomes the limiting factor, management options are virtually non-existent.

As cotton approaches cutout, irrigation termination decisions become critical. Research shows continuing irrigation beyond cutout can waste $20-80 per acre with no yield benefit. The team provides guidance on knowing when to "pull the meter" and walk away, especially valuable during a year with tight margins and 67-68 cent cotton. 

The conversation shifts to pest challenges, including bollrot (increasing with recent wet weather), stink bugs (Georgia's primary cotton pest), and the newly confirmed cotton jassid now present in over 40 Georgia counties. This tiny pest causes distinctive "hopper burn" that can be mistaken for nutritional deficiencies, particularly along field edges and equipment tracks.

With some early-planted cotton approaching defoliation as soon as late August, the team offers timely insights for navigating these late-season decisions. Join us September 3rd for the Cotton and Peanut Research Day in Tifton to see your checkoff dollars at work and discover the latest research findings from the UGA Cotton Team.

]]> The Georgia cotton crop is showing signs of change as August progresses, with growers witnessing fruit shed across fields statewide. This episode dives deep into the natural processes driving cotton fruit abscission and whether you should be concerned about those squares and young bolls on the ground.

Our experts explain that even high-yielding cotton naturally sheds up to 60% of its fruit, with this process peaking between peak bloom and cutout when demand for carbohydrates is highest. Recent overcast weather has intensified this natural process, limiting the crucial solar radiation plants need. While concerning to witness, the team reassures growers that position and timing play key roles – fruit retention typically peaks around node 10, and once bolls reach two weeks of age, they're unlikely to shed regardless of conditions. Unfortunately, when sunlight becomes the limiting factor, management options are virtually non-existent.

As cotton approaches cutout, irrigation termination decisions become critical. Research shows continuing irrigation beyond cutout can waste $20-80 per acre with no yield benefit. The team provides guidance on knowing when to "pull the meter" and walk away, especially valuable during a year with tight margins and 67-68 cent cotton. 

The conversation shifts to pest challenges, including bollrot (increasing with recent wet weather), stink bugs (Georgia's primary cotton pest), and the newly confirmed cotton jassid now present in over 40 Georgia counties. This tiny pest causes distinctive "hopper burn" that can be mistaken for nutritional deficiencies, particularly along field edges and equipment tracks.

With some early-planted cotton approaching defoliation as soon as late August, the team offers timely insights for navigating these late-season decisions. Join us September 3rd for the Cotton and Peanut Research Day in Tifton to see your checkoff dollars at work and discover the latest research findings from the UGA Cotton Team.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17677409 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2891 2 18 full false Breaking the System: Why Your Pest Management Decisions Matter Breaking the System: Why Your Pest Management Decisions Matter Hot weather, resistant pests, and critical timing decisions take center stage as the University of Georgia Cotton Team tackles the challenges of mid-season cotton insect management. This episode delivers practical, field-tested guidance for growers facing the boll-feeding bug complex and other persistent cotton pests.

Cotton entomologists Dr. Phillip Roberts and Mrs. Sarah Hobby break down the subtle but crucial differences between southern green and brown stink bugs, explaining why proper identification matters for control strategies. They share their expertise on scouting techniques, emphasizing the importance of internal bowl damage assessments using quarter-sized, soft bowls that reveal feeding activity from the past 24-48 hours. Their discussion of dynamic thresholds provides clarity on when intervention is truly necessary, with special attention to protecting those early, yield-determining bolls during weeks 3-5 of bloom.

Perhaps most alarming is the resistance of tarnished plant bugs to pyrethroid insecticides across Georgia. The team reveals testing results showing bifenthrin achieving only 25% control on average - a wake-up call for growers relying solely on this approach. While discussing the benefits of ThryvOn cotton technology for plant bug management, they emphasize it's "a tool, not a cure-all" that still requires vigilant scouting and potential treatment.

The conversation shifts to spider mites and whiteflies, both surging in the current hot, dry conditions. Detailed scouting protocols, including examining the critical fifth leaf down for those telltale "little lemon drops" of immature whiteflies, provide listeners with actionable guidance for monitoring and managing these increasingly problematic pests.

The episode concludes with a compelling personal anecdote about "breaking the system" - a vivid illustration of how broad-spectrum insecticide use can eliminate beneficial insects and trigger devastating secondary pest outbreaks. This powerful example underscores the importance of integrated pest management and thoughtful product selection.

Whether you're battling resistant plant bugs, monitoring for stink bug damage, or trying to stay ahead of spider mites and whiteflies, this episode delivers practical knowledge to protect your cotton crop during this critical production period. Subscribe to stay updated with the latest research and recommendations from the UGA Cotton Team.

]]> Hot weather, resistant pests, and critical timing decisions take center stage as the University of Georgia Cotton Team tackles the challenges of mid-season cotton insect management. This episode delivers practical, field-tested guidance for growers facing the boll-feeding bug complex and other persistent cotton pests.

Cotton entomologists Dr. Phillip Roberts and Mrs. Sarah Hobby break down the subtle but crucial differences between southern green and brown stink bugs, explaining why proper identification matters for control strategies. They share their expertise on scouting techniques, emphasizing the importance of internal bowl damage assessments using quarter-sized, soft bowls that reveal feeding activity from the past 24-48 hours. Their discussion of dynamic thresholds provides clarity on when intervention is truly necessary, with special attention to protecting those early, yield-determining bolls during weeks 3-5 of bloom.

Perhaps most alarming is the resistance of tarnished plant bugs to pyrethroid insecticides across Georgia. The team reveals testing results showing bifenthrin achieving only 25% control on average - a wake-up call for growers relying solely on this approach. While discussing the benefits of ThryvOn cotton technology for plant bug management, they emphasize it's "a tool, not a cure-all" that still requires vigilant scouting and potential treatment.

The conversation shifts to spider mites and whiteflies, both surging in the current hot, dry conditions. Detailed scouting protocols, including examining the critical fifth leaf down for those telltale "little lemon drops" of immature whiteflies, provide listeners with actionable guidance for monitoring and managing these increasingly problematic pests.

The episode concludes with a compelling personal anecdote about "breaking the system" - a vivid illustration of how broad-spectrum insecticide use can eliminate beneficial insects and trigger devastating secondary pest outbreaks. This powerful example underscores the importance of integrated pest management and thoughtful product selection.

Whether you're battling resistant plant bugs, monitoring for stink bug damage, or trying to stay ahead of spider mites and whiteflies, this episode delivers practical knowledge to protect your cotton crop during this critical production period. Subscribe to stay updated with the latest research and recommendations from the UGA Cotton Team.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17599594 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1921 2 17 full false Drop Cloths and PGRs - July in the Cotton Field Drop Cloths and PGRs - July in the Cotton Field Cotton is progressing on schedule with 79% squaring and 32% setting bolls, and the UGA team sees strong potential for the 2025 crop despite some management challenges.

• Stink bug management critical now as cotton sets bolls, with scouts checking for internal damage
• While checking for stink bugs, scout for plant bugs using a drop cloth to ensure they are controlled if necessary
• Spider mites appearing in some fields with abamectin still effective, though severe cases may need multiple treatments
• Potassium deficiency often appears during boll formation, especially in sandy soils
• Late potassium interventions work best at third to fourth week of bloom, with foliar applications having limited rescue value
• Growth regulator timing critical during rapid growth phase from squaring through third week of flowering
• Cotton growing faster than the normal 3 days per node in many situations, making timely monitoring essential
• Focus on top five nodes where new growth occurs, using the "three-finger" test between the fourth and fifth node
• PGR applications can accelerate maturity by 2-3 weeks, critical for late-planted cotton
• Water use peaks during rapid growth phase at canopy closure and peak bloom
• With cotton at 68 cents, focus on proven inputs rather than unproven products promising miracle results
• Mid-year Cotton Meeting scheduled for July 23rd in Statesboro - register at georgiacottoncommission.org


]]> Cotton is progressing on schedule with 79% squaring and 32% setting bolls, and the UGA team sees strong potential for the 2025 crop despite some management challenges.

• Stink bug management critical now as cotton sets bolls, with scouts checking for internal damage
• While checking for stink bugs, scout for plant bugs using a drop cloth to ensure they are controlled if necessary
• Spider mites appearing in some fields with abamectin still effective, though severe cases may need multiple treatments
• Potassium deficiency often appears during boll formation, especially in sandy soils
• Late potassium interventions work best at third to fourth week of bloom, with foliar applications having limited rescue value
• Growth regulator timing critical during rapid growth phase from squaring through third week of flowering
• Cotton growing faster than the normal 3 days per node in many situations, making timely monitoring essential
• Focus on top five nodes where new growth occurs, using the "three-finger" test between the fourth and fifth node
• PGR applications can accelerate maturity by 2-3 weeks, critical for late-planted cotton
• Water use peaks during rapid growth phase at canopy closure and peak bloom
• With cotton at 68 cents, focus on proven inputs rather than unproven products promising miracle results
• Mid-year Cotton Meeting scheduled for July 23rd in Statesboro - register at georgiacottoncommission.org


]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17525574 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2773 2 16 full false 2025 Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting 2025 Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting Mr. Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, joins Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts to discuss the 2025 Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting. Registration and agenda can be found at https://georgiacottoncommission.org/. 

]]> Mr. Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, joins Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts to discuss the 2025 Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting. Registration and agenda can be found at https://georgiacottoncommission.org/. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17425227 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1060 2 15 full false Considerations for insect, foliar disease, and irrigation management in July 2025 Considerations for insect, foliar disease, and irrigation management in July 2025 Drs. Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss the current status of the Georgia crop and some thoughts surrounding insect management, management of foliar diseases, and irrigation. 

]]> Drs. Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss the current status of the Georgia crop and some thoughts surrounding insect management, management of foliar diseases, and irrigation. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17448542 Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400 2344 2 16 full false Late plantings and first blooms - considerations for the Georgia crop Late plantings and first blooms - considerations for the Georgia crop Drs. Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, Henry Sintim, and Camp Hand discuss considerations surrounding the current status of Georgia's cotton crop, from newly planted cotton to cotton entering peak bloom. 

]]> Drs. Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, Henry Sintim, and Camp Hand discuss considerations surrounding the current status of Georgia's cotton crop, from newly planted cotton to cotton entering peak bloom. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17365541 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2799 2 13 full false Late planting and early squaring considerations Late planting and early squaring considerations Drs. Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss some considerations as we wind up planting and thoughts about cotton that is beginning to square throughout Georgia. 

]]> Drs. Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss some considerations as we wind up planting and thoughts about cotton that is beginning to square throughout Georgia. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17305055 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2801 2 12 full false Planting Tweaks, Irrigation, and Early Season Insects Planting Tweaks, Irrigation, and Early Season Insects Drs. Wes Porter and Phillip Roberts and Sarah Hobby discuss planting progress and dialing in planters for current conditions as well as early season insect pest management.

]]> Drs. Wes Porter and Phillip Roberts and Sarah Hobby discuss planting progress and dialing in planters for current conditions as well as early season insect pest management.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17214620 Fri, 23 May 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1782 2 11 full false Cotton Planting Time: thoughts from the UGA Cotton Team Cotton Planting Time: thoughts from the UGA Cotton Team Drs. Camp Hand, Henry Sintim, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Phillip Roberts join Sarah Hobby in the podcast studio on the UGA Tifton Campus to discuss planting conditions and at-plant decisions to be made.  Topics include planter setup and seeding rates, fertility including starter fertilizers, poultry litter and side-dress timings as well as the importance of Potassium.  Nematodes and disease management, thrips management and the Thrips Infestation Predictor Model, and thoughts on management of conventional cotton are also discussed.

]]> Drs. Camp Hand, Henry Sintim, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Phillip Roberts join Sarah Hobby in the podcast studio on the UGA Tifton Campus to discuss planting conditions and at-plant decisions to be made.  Topics include planter setup and seeding rates, fertility including starter fertilizers, poultry litter and side-dress timings as well as the importance of Potassium.  Nematodes and disease management, thrips management and the Thrips Infestation Predictor Model, and thoughts on management of conventional cotton are also discussed.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17131236 Fri, 09 May 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2967 2 10 full false Early season considerations for 2025 Early season considerations for 2025 Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait and Camp Hand discuss early season considerations with respect to planter and irrigation setup, thrips management, nematode and seedling disease considerations, and other topics pertinent to the early part of the 2025 growing season. 

]]> Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait and Camp Hand discuss early season considerations with respect to planter and irrigation setup, thrips management, nematode and seedling disease considerations, and other topics pertinent to the early part of the 2025 growing season. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-17042456 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2981 2 9 full false Cotton Weed Management Update for 2025 - Dr. Stanley Culpepper Cotton Weed Management Update for 2025 - Dr. Stanley Culpepper Dr. Culpepper discusses new products for 2025, ESA requirements for newly labeled herbicides, utilizing integrated weed management tactics, and the dicamba situation (prior to Christmas). 

]]> Dr. Culpepper discusses new products for 2025, ESA requirements for newly labeled herbicides, utilizing integrated weed management tactics, and the dicamba situation (prior to Christmas). 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16892088 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2699 2 8 full false Irrigation and Precision Ag Update for 2025 - Dr. Wes Porter Irrigation and Precision Ag Update for 2025 - Dr. Wes Porter Dr. Porter discusses considerations for irrigation scheduling and trying to make the most of inputs in 2025.

]]> Dr. Porter discusses considerations for irrigation scheduling and trying to make the most of inputs in 2025.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16786065 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2250 2 7 full false Sustainability Update for 2025 - Dr. Taylor Singleton Sustainability Update for 2025 - Dr. Taylor Singleton Dr. Taylor Singleton discusses updates on sustainability and pesticide stewardship for the 2025 growing season. 

]]> Dr. Taylor Singleton discusses updates on sustainability and pesticide stewardship for the 2025 growing season. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16711336 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1606 2 6 full false Cotton nematode and disease update for 2025 - Bob Kemerait Cotton nematode and disease update for 2025 - Bob Kemerait Dr. Bob Kemerait discusses updates for 2025 surrounding nematode and disease management.

]]> Dr. Bob Kemerait discusses updates for 2025 surrounding nematode and disease management.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16637358 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2012 2 5 full false Cotton Entomology Update for 2025 - Phillip Roberts Cotton Entomology Update for 2025 - Phillip Roberts Dr. Phillip Roberts discusses updates for 2025, largely revolving around tarnished and clouded plant bugs and their management moving forward in Georgia. 

]]> Dr. Phillip Roberts discusses updates for 2025, largely revolving around tarnished and clouded plant bugs and their management moving forward in Georgia. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16552768 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1540 2 4 full false Cotton Agronomy Update for 2025 - Camp Hand Cotton Agronomy Update for 2025 - Camp Hand Dr. Camp Hand discusses updates for 2025 including variety selection, CLRDV-induced bronze wilt, PGR management of modern cotton varieties, seeding rates, and deer research in cotton. 

]]> Dr. Camp Hand discusses updates for 2025 including variety selection, CLRDV-induced bronze wilt, PGR management of modern cotton varieties, seeding rates, and deer research in cotton. 

]]> Buzzsprout-16416028 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 1863 2 3 full false Intro to Specialist Updates for 2025 Intro to Specialist Updates for 2025 Dr. Camp Hand introduces a series of episodes provided by the UGA Cotton Team, which will be updates going into 2025. These episodes will be released as county production meetings are ongoing, but they are not intended to replace production meetings. We look forward to seeing everyone in the counties from now until the first part of March!

]]> Dr. Camp Hand introduces a series of episodes provided by the UGA Cotton Team, which will be updates going into 2025. These episodes will be released as county production meetings are ongoing, but they are not intended to replace production meetings. We look forward to seeing everyone in the counties from now until the first part of March!

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16415973 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500 179 2 2 trailer false Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting - January 29, 2025 Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting - January 29, 2025 Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts are joined by Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, to discuss the Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting and UGA Cotton Production Workshops which will take place on Wednesday, January 29. 

GCC Annual Meeting Agenda: https://georgiacottoncommission.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-GA-Cotton-Conference-Agenda.pdf

GCC Annual Meeting Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpmVuOS924mNN4MF2PMS0mblqKo1bnWfjyOeoQIUmJB67vng/viewform?pli=1

]]> Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts are joined by Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, to discuss the Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting and UGA Cotton Production Workshops which will take place on Wednesday, January 29. 

GCC Annual Meeting Agenda: https://georgiacottoncommission.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-GA-Cotton-Conference-Agenda.pdf

GCC Annual Meeting Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpmVuOS924mNN4MF2PMS0mblqKo1bnWfjyOeoQIUmJB67vng/viewform?pli=1

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16415929 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500 994 2 1 full false 2024 Wrap Up and looking to 2025 Meeting Season 2024 Wrap Up and looking to 2025 Meeting Season Drs. Camp Hand and Scott Monfort (Peanut Agronomist) discuss upcoming county production meetings as well as other production workshops in Tifton. Meeting dates can be obtained from your county agent, and cotton meeting dates will be posted at ugacotton.com. 

]]> Drs. Camp Hand and Scott Monfort (Peanut Agronomist) discuss upcoming county production meetings as well as other production workshops in Tifton. Meeting dates can be obtained from your county agent, and cotton meeting dates will be posted at ugacotton.com. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16348923 Sat, 28 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1104 1 21 full false Federal Economic and Disaster Assistance Federal Economic and Disaster Assistance Dr. Camp Hand is joined by Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, and Tas Smith, Vice President of Producer Affairs with the National Cotton Council, to discuss newly approved economic and disaster assistance at the federal level that will directly impact cotton growers in Georgia. 

]]> Dr. Camp Hand is joined by Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, and Tas Smith, Vice President of Producer Affairs with the National Cotton Council, to discuss newly approved economic and disaster assistance at the federal level that will directly impact cotton growers in Georgia. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16332758 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:00:00 -0500 1462 1 20 full false Crop Status, Defoliation Issues, Nematode Sampling, and Module Handling Crop Status, Defoliation Issues, Nematode Sampling, and Module Handling Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss the status of the crop, defoliation issues, module handling, some brief plot results, and thoughts headed into the offseason. 

]]> Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand discuss the status of the crop, defoliation issues, module handling, some brief plot results, and thoughts headed into the offseason. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-16070663 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1811 1 19 full false Continued discussion of impacts of Hurricane Helene on Georgia Cotton, work of the Georgia Cotton Commission, and considerations for defoliation and harvest Continued discussion of impacts of Hurricane Helene on Georgia Cotton, work of the Georgia Cotton Commission, and considerations for defoliation and harvest Dr. Camp Hand is joined by Wade Parker (East Georgia Agronomy Agent), Taylor Sills (Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission), and Dr. Wes Porter to continue discussing the impacts of Hurricane Helene on Georgia's cotton crop and industry as a whole, considerations for defoliation and harvest, along with yield and quality updates. 

]]> Dr. Camp Hand is joined by Wade Parker (East Georgia Agronomy Agent), Taylor Sills (Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission), and Dr. Wes Porter to continue discussing the impacts of Hurricane Helene on Georgia's cotton crop and industry as a whole, considerations for defoliation and harvest, along with yield and quality updates. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15944696 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3505 1 18 full false Joint Podcast - All About the Pod and Talkin' Cotton - Outlook following Hurricane Helene Joint Podcast - All About the Pod and Talkin' Cotton - Outlook following Hurricane Helene This episode of Talkin' Cotton was a joint podcast with the UGA Peanut Team and All About the Pod to discuss the damage seen from Hurricane Helene, and what we are doing to try and help growers in Georgia respond. Stay tuned to each podcast and stay in touch with your County Extension Agent for crop management tips as we move forward in the season. 

]]> This episode of Talkin' Cotton was a joint podcast with the UGA Peanut Team and All About the Pod to discuss the damage seen from Hurricane Helene, and what we are doing to try and help growers in Georgia respond. Stay tuned to each podcast and stay in touch with your County Extension Agent for crop management tips as we move forward in the season. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15863391 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 3210 1 17 full false Updates on USDA outlook and Farm Bill, ESA Herbicide Strategy, Finishing the 2024 Crop, and Cover Crops Updates on USDA outlook and Farm Bill, ESA Herbicide Strategy, Finishing the 2024 Crop, and Cover Crops Mrs. Amanda Smith, Mr. Josh Lee, and Drs. Taylor Singleton, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss the latest outlook from USDA, updates on the potential of a Farm Bill, the Herbicide Strategy to mitigate impacts to endangered species, cover crop planning, finishing the 2024 crop, and celebrating success in the deer woods. 

]]> Mrs. Amanda Smith, Mr. Josh Lee, and Drs. Taylor Singleton, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss the latest outlook from USDA, updates on the potential of a Farm Bill, the Herbicide Strategy to mitigate impacts to endangered species, cover crop planning, finishing the 2024 crop, and celebrating success in the deer woods. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15768469 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3251 1 16 full false End of season disease, nematode, and insect considerations, irrigation termination, and defoliation/harvest prep discussion End of season disease, nematode, and insect considerations, irrigation termination, and defoliation/harvest prep discussion Drs. Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss the current status of the crop, disease and nematode considerations at the close of 2024 and as we approach 2025, irrigation termination, preparing for harvest, the insect situation, and getting ready for defoliation. 

]]> Drs. Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss the current status of the crop, disease and nematode considerations at the close of 2024 and as we approach 2025, irrigation termination, preparing for harvest, the insect situation, and getting ready for defoliation. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15704221 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2652 1 15 full false East Georgia Update, Irrigation Termination, Late Season Plant Bugs, and Crop Status East Georgia Update, Irrigation Termination, Late Season Plant Bugs, and Crop Status Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Camp Hand and Mr. Wade Parker discuss the status of the crop in response to Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debbie, when to terminate irrigation, late season plant bug pressure, and the general status of the crop in late August. 

]]> Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Camp Hand and Mr. Wade Parker discuss the status of the crop in response to Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debbie, when to terminate irrigation, late season plant bug pressure, and the general status of the crop in late August. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15624856 Fri, 23 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3699 1 14 full false Hurricane Debby, Cotton IPM, and disease management Hurricane Debby, Cotton IPM, and disease management Drs. Bob Kemerait, Phillip Roberts, Camp Hand and Tift County grower Chris Goodman (and son Palmer) discuss considerations following Hurricane Debby, insect pest management, and disease management. 

]]> Drs. Bob Kemerait, Phillip Roberts, Camp Hand and Tift County grower Chris Goodman (and son Palmer) discuss considerations following Hurricane Debby, insect pest management, and disease management. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15551147 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2585 1 13 full false Finale of the Farewell Tour - Reminiscing on 30 years with Dr. Glen Harris Finale of the Farewell Tour - Reminiscing on 30 years with Dr. Glen Harris Drs. Phillip Roberts and Camp Hand walk down memory lane with Dr. Glen Harris, talking about his career at the University of Georgia over the last 30 years. 

]]> Drs. Phillip Roberts and Camp Hand walk down memory lane with Dr. Glen Harris, talking about his career at the University of Georgia over the last 30 years. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15497240 Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2942 1 12 full false CLRDV-induced bronze wilt discussion, and late July pest and crop management considerations CLRDV-induced bronze wilt discussion, and late July pest and crop management considerations Drs. Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Sudeep Bag, and Camp Hand discuss CLRDV-induced bronze wilt, foliar diseases of cotton, spider mites, irrigation considerations, and a recap of the Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting. 

]]> Drs. Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, Sudeep Bag, and Camp Hand discuss CLRDV-induced bronze wilt, foliar diseases of cotton, spider mites, irrigation considerations, and a recap of the Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15481503 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0400 3479 1 11 full false PGR use in cotton, keeping up with irrigation, and the insect situation PGR use in cotton, keeping up with irrigation, and the insect situation Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, John Snider, Henry Sintim, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation around the crop, and discuss questions surrounding the use of PGRs. 

]]> Drs. Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, John Snider, Henry Sintim, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation around the crop, and discuss questions surrounding the use of PGRs. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15419153 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400 3777 1 10 full false Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts discuss the upcoming Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting with Mr. Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission. We are looking forward to seeing everyone July 24th at the Nessmith-Lane Conference Center in Statesboro, GA. Links to the meeting agenda and registration can be found at georgiacottoncommission.org.

]]> Drs. Camp Hand and Phillip Roberts discuss the upcoming Georgia Cotton Commission Mid-Year Meeting with Mr. Taylor Sills, Executive Director of the Georgia Cotton Commission. We are looking forward to seeing everyone July 24th at the Nessmith-Lane Conference Center in Statesboro, GA. Links to the meeting agenda and registration can be found at georgiacottoncommission.org.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15309614 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400 724 1 9 full false Current situation with extreme heat and dry weather, and pesticide stewardship reminders Current situation with extreme heat and dry weather, and pesticide stewardship reminders Drs. Wesley Porter, Glen Harris, Phillip Roberts, Taylor Singleton, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation surrounding the recent hot and dry weather observed across Georgia. Considerations for irrigated cotton, fertility discussions around dryland and mixed stands, insect updates, pesticide stewardship reminders, and thoughts on planting extremely late. 

]]> Drs. Wesley Porter, Glen Harris, Phillip Roberts, Taylor Singleton, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation surrounding the recent hot and dry weather observed across Georgia. Considerations for irrigated cotton, fertility discussions around dryland and mixed stands, insect updates, pesticide stewardship reminders, and thoughts on planting extremely late. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15322783 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3239 1 8 full false Cotton Fertility and Plant Bug Management Cotton Fertility and Plant Bug Management Drs. Glen Harris and Phillip Roberts discuss side dress strategies and management of tarnished plant bugs.

]]> Drs. Glen Harris and Phillip Roberts discuss side dress strategies and management of tarnished plant bugs.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15250989 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1920 1 7 full false Replant discussion, considerations for June planted cotton, and Farm Bill update - Episode 6 Replant discussion, considerations for June planted cotton, and Farm Bill update - Episode 6 In this episode, Mrs. Amanda Smith, Dr. Phillip Roberts, and Dr. Camp Hand discuss the current situation surrounding replants, cotton with wet feet, planting cotton in June, and the Farm Bill. 

]]> In this episode, Mrs. Amanda Smith, Dr. Phillip Roberts, and Dr. Camp Hand discuss the current situation surrounding replants, cotton with wet feet, planting cotton in June, and the Farm Bill. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15169498 Fri, 31 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1878 1 6 full false Early season insect and weed management considerations, planter mishaps, and suggestions with wetter conditions Early season insect and weed management considerations, planter mishaps, and suggestions with wetter conditions Drs. Simer Virk, Stanley Culpepper, Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation in Georgia, revolving around wetter conditions across the state. Insect and weed management considerations and what to do when getting back into the field, being good stewards of chemistry and technology, planter mishaps, and considerations moving forward. 

]]> Drs. Simer Virk, Stanley Culpepper, Phillip Roberts, Wes Porter, and Camp Hand discuss the current situation in Georgia, revolving around wetter conditions across the state. Insect and weed management considerations and what to do when getting back into the field, being good stewards of chemistry and technology, planter mishaps, and considerations moving forward. 

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-15083609 Fri, 17 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2568 1 5 full false Questions on planting in drier conditions and early season insect pressure - Episode 4 Questions on planting in drier conditions and early season insect pressure - Episode 4 Drs. Glen Harris, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss utilization of untested products, planting in drier conditions, grasshopper calls on seedling cotton, and upcoming events relevant to cotton growers in Georgia.

]]> Drs. Glen Harris, Wes Porter, Phillip Roberts, and Camp Hand discuss utilization of untested products, planting in drier conditions, grasshopper calls on seedling cotton, and upcoming events relevant to cotton growers in Georgia.

]]> Buzzsprout-15002682 Fri, 03 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1990 1 4 full false Early Season Considerations - Episode 3 Early Season Considerations - Episode 3 Join Drs. Glen Harris, Wes Porter, Camp Hand, and Phillip Roberts as we discuss fertility following a big rain, early season pest management, general equipment prep and safety, and data driven decision making.

]]> Join Drs. Glen Harris, Wes Porter, Camp Hand, and Phillip Roberts as we discuss fertility following a big rain, early season pest management, general equipment prep and safety, and data driven decision making.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-14919883 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2194 1 3 full false Pre-Plant Preparations - Episode 2 Pre-Plant Preparations - Episode 2 Join Drs. Glen Harris, Simer Virk, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand as we discuss early season considerations with respect to fertility, diseases and nematodes, precision ag considerations, and early plantings of cotton.

]]> Join Drs. Glen Harris, Simer Virk, Bob Kemerait, and Camp Hand as we discuss early season considerations with respect to fertility, diseases and nematodes, precision ag considerations, and early plantings of cotton.

]]> Buzzsprout-14878688 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1884 1 2 full false Welcome to episode 1 of the UGA Talkin' Cotton Podcast! Welcome to episode 1 of the UGA Talkin' Cotton Podcast! Team introductions and welcome remarks from our Talkin' Cotton hosts, Dr. Phillip Roberts and Dr. Camp Hand.

]]> Team introductions and welcome remarks from our Talkin' Cotton hosts, Dr. Phillip Roberts and Dr. Camp Hand.

]]> University of Georgia's Cotton Team Buzzsprout-14876653 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400 606 1 1 full false