Broadcast Newsline: February 17, 2006

The National Cotton Council’s 2006 Economic Outlook was presented to delegates during the organization’s annual meeting.

This week’s Cotton Newsline is 3 cuts.  All cuts are Dr. Gary Adams, Vice-President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council.

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The National Cotton Council’s 2006 Economic Outlook was presented to delegates during the organization’s annual meeting. Dr. Gary Adams, the Council’s Vice-President of Economics and Policy Analysis says the ability to increase demand and regain market share relative to manmade fibers is paramount.

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According to Adams, the Council is expecting a slight increase in acreage devoted to cotton production in the United States.

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With projected consumption exceeding production, Adams says stock levels are forecast to fall during the 2006-2007 marketing year.

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