The outlook for cotton production in Texas, the nation’s largest producer, took a turn for the worse . Only 11% of Texas crops were rated good-to-excellent in the week to Aug. 21, down from 14% a week earlier, matching the lowest since 2011.
USDA projected Arkansas' state average yield to be the second highest on record at 1,195 pounds per acre. “Those who started irrigation on time have a good crop. Those who started late cut their effective bloom period short with an early cutout. This will impact our yield average,” he said.
India is responsible for over 40% percent of the world's total production of cotton, and is now India is dealing with flash floods as well as a pest infestation that has caused severe damage to crops. India had to resort to importing supplies.
