Broadcast Newsline: Ocotber 17, 2012

In its October crop report, the USDA estimated a 2012-13 US cotton crop of 17.29 million bales.

Today's Cotton Newsline is 4 cuts. All cuts are Gary Adams, Vice President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council.

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In its October crop report, the USDA estimated a 2012-13 US cotton crop of 17.29 million bales. This is an increase of 180,000 bales from the September report. Gary Adams, Vice President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council provides the details of the report along with regional production updates.

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Adams explains that only about 24% of the U.S. crop has been harvested.

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Numerous adjustments in China are affecting the USDA's estimate for global mill use.

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China's management of their reserves will play a key factor in pricing.



 

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