Broadcast Newsline: August 21, 2013

In its August report, USDA projects a little over 13 million bales for this year’s US cotton crop. Michelle Huffman, Agricultural Economist for the National Cotton Council, joins us today to break down the recent report.

Today's Cotton Newsline is 7 cuts. All cuts are Michelle Huffman, Agricultural Economist for the National Cotton Council.

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In its August report, USDA projects a little over 13 million bales for this year's US cotton crop. Michelle Huffman, Agricultural Economist for the National Cotton Council, joins us today to break down the recent report.

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On a regional basis, the Southeast crop is estimated barely under 4.5 million bales.

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It's not all bad news though; many regions are experiencing yield gains, according to Huffman.

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Things are also looking good in the Mid-South.

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The largest yield gains in the Mid-South are expected for Louisiana and Tennessee.

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Moving into the Southwest…

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Huffman closes with an update on the western production states.

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