Sensor Based Variable Rate Application for Cotton

Using sensor systems for variable rate application is becoming more popular for cotton production. When looking at cotton inputs three items for sensor based variable rate application come to mind: plant growth regulators, defoliant/boll openers, and nitrogen.  While each of these inputs has opportunities they are not without challenges. The major challenges are developing prescriptions and adjusting equipment to apply the prescriptions. This session will discuss methods for developing sensor based variable rate prescriptions and the potential for accurately putting these prescriptions to work on farmer and commercial equipment.