Market Analysis
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Bulls Push Market on Heels of USDA Planting Report
Smaller than expected U.S. cotton plantings – and the potential smaller crop – caught the bulls’ attention in the market.
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USDA: Planted Cotton Acres Up 20% in 2017
USDA’s 2017 Planted Acres report, issued today, shows planted area for U.S. cotton at 12.1 million acres – 20% above…
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Wrangler Joins Field to Market Sustainability Efforts
Wrangler is the first apparel brand to join the sustainable agriculture alliance.
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Cotton LEADS Adds HUGO BOSS to Partner Ranks
Global fashion house HUGO BOSS is the newest member of the Cotton LEADS program.
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Market Catching Its Breath After 10-Day Slide
After an unprecedented 10-day drop in prices, the market is trying to catch its breath.
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Mother Nature, Not Bulls, Managing the Market
Cotton prices took a big hit, and bullish signals are hard to find. Mother Nature is now in charge.
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USDA Seeks Cotton Board Nominees
USDA is seeking nominations for candidates to fill 13 member and 13 alternate positions on the Cotton Board.
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Shurley: June Report Sends Mixed Signals
USDA’s June WASDE report contained some good news and some bad news. Overall, Dr. Don Shurley considers the report somewhat…
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Report Softens Prices, Consumption Concerns Rise
USDA’s June WASDE report sent old crop and new crop prices lower at week’s end, as manmade fibers take aim…
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Analysis Shows Value of Cotton Research & Promotion Program
A recent analysis of the Cotton Research & Promotion Program has shown that the Program provides strong, positive returns to…