As cotton producers face mounting challenges, a new invasive pest is only adding to the obstacles. The Cotton Jassid previously detected in Georgia has now made its way to the Lone Star State.
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March 15 of each year is the application deadline for the Pima Cotton Trust, and March 1 of each year is the application deadline for the Wool Trust. The law mandates trust payments by April 15. More information about these programs is available at www.fas.usda.gov/programs.
