Cotton production is an economic driver that benefits people across the globe. The commodity is harvested using a highly technical, automated process that requires a vast amount of technological know-how on behalf of the farmer. Before being brought to market, cotton must be turned from bolls, which are light, fluffy balls filled with seeds, into
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When Should I Replace Cotton Picker Spindles?
The process of harvesting and processing cotton is a heavily automated procedure that requires a substantial amount of technical expertise and specialized equipment. Any cotton farmer knows the importance of keeping their gear up to date and in good repair. While many aspects of your cotton processing gear are maintained on an annual basis, cotton
READ MOREBrief History of Cotton Pickers & Harvester Parts
Farming is a way of life for some, while others rely on farmers and their crops for necessities like food to eat and materials to manufacture goods. The farming industry is ever evolving, especially the machinery used and methods employed, making crop harvesting less labor-intensive for some farmers and quicker and more efficient for others.
READ MOREDifference Between Cotton Strippers & Cotton Picker Spindles
Like all crops, cotton must be harvested before further steps can be taken to prepare it for sale to consumers—this includes cleaning and packaging. First things first, once the cotton crop has grown to maturity, the cotton will need to be separated from its stalks. While cotton crops of the past were picked by hand,
READ MORECheck Your Cotton Picker Parts to Avoid Costly Expenses
Your cotton picker is the central part of your harvest season—without it, you wouldn’t be able to collect every acre of your cotton crop, meaning you may lose a lot of money. You need your cotton picker to be in perfect condition, which means that each part on your picker should be in good shape,
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