April 2, 2025
Farmers say they intend to plant 9.87 million acres of cotton this year, down 11.8% from last year. This is based on a survey of producers conducted by the USDA during the first 2 weeks of March. These estimates reflect farmer Intentions as of the survey period.
March 3, 2025
US cotton acres planted are expected to drop 14.5% this year according to the national Cotton Council’s survey. If realized, this would be the lowest acreage since 2o15 and the 6th lowest going back all the way to 1975.
January 20, 2025
Old crop futures have shown additional weakness in recent weeks. This is due to a bearish January USDA supply/demand report, sometimes good but too often weak exports, and growing concerns about demand.
November 27. 2024
Cotton prices (Mar24 futures) have made a little bounce lately and are trying to muster an upward trek. Even so, there will likely be resistance at the 72 to 25 cents. Still below the cost of production.
