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Multi-state Evaulation of Bug Sampling Methods in Blooming Cotton
Cotton

The cotton production system is evolving rapidly in the mid-South because of the use of new technologies. Bt cotton varieties are planted on more than 80 percent of mid-South acreage because of the threat posed by resistant tobacco budworm, bollworms and, to a lesser extent, other caterpillar pests. Procedures, results and example data collection sheet included. Revised July 2007 (PDF Format Only)

Managing Glyphosate Tolerant Cotton
Managing Glyphosate Tolerant Cotton

Information on application timings, weed control, tank-mixing herbicides with Roundup Ultra, tillage systems and selecting varieties included. (PDF format only)

Cotton Defoliation Guidelines for Louisiana
2011 cotton harvest aid

One of the last, but most important, steps in producing a cotton crop is harvest preparation. Successful preparation includes scheduling for defoliation and harvest operations, removing foliage and facilitating boll opening. Use the recommendations available through the links below for a successful cotton harvest.

Aphids on Cotton
Aphids on Cotton

Correct identification of aphids and knowledge of aphid habits are necessary so insecticides to control them will be directed at the proper species at the proper time. (PDF Format Only)

Best Management Practices for Plant Bugs in Midsouth Cotton
plant bugs on cotton
Plant bugs have become a very serious insect pest of cotton in the Midsouth. Control is often difficult because of high population densities and resistance. Follow these best management practices to help reduce the cost of plant bug control. (PDF Format Only)
Suggested Guidelines for Plant Growth Regulator Use on Louisiana Cotton
Plant Growth Regulator Use on Cotton
Methods and philosophies for the use of mepiquat in cotton vary widely. This publication explains the effect of mepiquat-containing products on cotton growth and development and suggests some guidelines for its use that will increase the likelihood of realizing the benefits and minimizing the risks. (PDF Format Only)
Double-cropping Cotton and Wheat in Louisiana
doublecropping cotton and wheat
Wheat acreage in Louisiana has increased significantly because of higher wheat prices. With the increase in wheat acreage, interest has risen considerably in double-cropping cotton after wheat is harvested. Recommendations for growing cotton in a double-cropped production system with wheat in 2007 are included. (PDF format only)
Cotton Varieties for Louisiana
cotton
2013 guidelines for cotton production practices associated with planting time and variety selection. (PDF Format Only)
Cotton Harvest Aid Guidelines for Louisiana
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2012 Recommendations. One of the last, but most important, steps in producing a cotton crop is harvest preparation. Successful preparation includes scheduling for defoliation and harvest operations, removing foliage and facilitating boll opening. Use these recommendations for a successful cotton harvest. (PDF Format Only)
Louisiana On-Farm Cotton Variety Trial Summary
Each year, the LSU AgCenter conducts a number of on-farm cotton variety trials. These trials can be a useful supplement to Official Variety Trial (OVT) information as well as other sources of data on which to base cotton variety selection decisions.