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North Carolina cotton growers prepare to give us the dirt in the name of soil health this summer. Alan Franzluebbers, soil scientist with the USDA – Agricultural Research Service in Raleigh, leads a field survey assessing the baseline condition of the cotton...
The tradition of farming and innovation is illustrated throughout history. Each generation of producers brings new techniques to the daily routine with the same goal of increased production and efficiency. The future of sustainable agriculture depends on two things:...
Cotton is often misperceived as a plant requiring lots of water to grow; however, global cotton production accounts for about 3 percent of agricultural water. Cotton’s plant species is xerophyte, meaning it can grow in dry climates and can conserve water for its...
Since 2016, there has been considerable attention paid to the accumulation of microplastics in the world’s oceans, as well as in fresh water and water treatment environments. In fact, since 2016, there have been more than six million mentions of polyester,...
Consider this: fiber content is the single most important thing to look for when shopping for closet staples. Garments that are 100 percent cotton or contain a high percentage of cotton fiber feel better, perform better and last longer than other garments – all due to...