University of Georgia research suggests that ultra narrow row cotton (UNRC) can produce yields comparable or superior to conventional yields. A total of 16 paired observations over 4 years and 8 locations were analyzed. UNRC yields were equal to of greater than conventional yields in 12 of 16 tests. UNRC may tend to be shorter in Stable, lower in Uniformity, lower in micronaire, and more likely to be discounted for bark. Such quality differences are not automatic, however. There were instances where quality of UNRC was equivalent to conventional production. Experience and research in Georgia shows that UNRC may not be cheaper to grow. Savings in machinery fixed and variable costs may be offset by other costs such as seed, defoliation, and plant growth regulator. Where yield, production practices, and input data was available, UNRC was more profitable than conventional cotton in 3 of 8 tests over 4 years at 3 locations. UNRC seems to have an economic advantage under dryland and marginal conditions.