Cotton Farming Guide

Introduction to Cotton Farming

Cotton is a major cash crop grown for fiber and seed. It thrives in warm climates with adequate sunshine and well-drained soils. Commercial cotton cultivation offers strong market opportunities for lint and seed products.

Climate & Soil Requirements

• Temperature: 21°C – 30°C
• Rainfall: 500–1000 mm (or irrigation)
• Soil: Deep, well-drained loamy soil (pH 5.5–8.0)
• Full sunlight required for boll development

Land Preparation & Planting

Prepare land with proper drainage. Plant seeds after the last frost when soil is warm. Spacing typically 75–90 cm between rows, 20–30 cm between plants.

Harvesting & Ginning

Harvest when bolls open and lint is fluffy. Hand-picking or mechanical harvesting. Ginning separates lint from seed for fiber production.