USDA ERS - Oil Crops Sector at a Glance

The major U.S. oilseed crops are soybeans, cottonseed, sunflowerseed, canola, rapeseed, and peanuts. Soybeans are the dominant oilseed in the United States, accounting for about 90 percent of U.S. oilseed production. Most U.S. soybeans are planted in May and early June and harvested in late September and October.

Better Cotton conference discusses data, climate crisis, regenerative agriculture

The Better Cotton conference explored climate action, sustainable livelihoods, data & traceability, and regenerative agriculture.

Health Warning: Dr. Sara Urges Caution in Using Cotton Earbuds for Ear Cleaning - SamacharCentral

Earwax buildup can lead to hearing loss, earache, and even vertigo. However, according to Dr. Sara, using cotton earbuds to remove it is not recommended.

DePaul University computer scientists sequence cotton genome | Press Releases | News | Newsroom | DePaul University, Chicago

Data, Legislation And Climate Crisis In Focus At Better Cotton Conference

Why Does 100% Cotton Shrink and How to Handle It

In the mysterious realm of laundry, a hidden force strikes fear into the hearts of cotton enthusiasts: the dreaded shrinkage factor. It's a tale as old as time—your favorite 100% cotton garment emerges from the wash, only to have mysteriously shrunk into a miniature version of its former self. But fear not, intrepid reader! We will embark on a quest to unravel the secrets behind how and does 100% cotton shrinks and arm you with the knowledge and techniques to handle this formidable foe. Understanding Cotton Fiber Structure To comprehend why 100% cotton fabrics shrink, it's essential to understand the

USDA approves 1st ever 'cell-cultivated meat' from UPSIDE Foods

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved UPSIDE Foods to create the first-ever "cell-cultivated meat," chicken grown from animal cells in bioreactors.

Cotton Prices Slump Despite Production Setbacks in Many Regions

US farmers are expected to plant 18% fewer acres to cotton this year, one of the biggest cotton acreage declines this century