Cotton breeders have two main types of objectives. The first is the development of superior agronomic characteristics and the second is the development of superior cotton fiber characteristics. Agronomic breeding objectives include higher yields, earliness, smooth leaf, disease resistance, insect resistance, nectariless and herbicide tolerance. Fiber breeding objectives include higher strength, increased length, lower micronaire and increased uniformity. Cotton breeders must weigh their objectives and provide cotton varieties which best satisfy the farmers and the mills.