cotton

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The two farms plant a large variety of crops, including nuts, corn, wheat, cotton, alfalfa and fruits and vegetables — all needing a variety of fertilizers and other nutrients.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

Parum noted that farmers who plant crops such as corn, soy, rice and cotton have experienced nationwide losses of $90 billion since 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

Higher plastics prices have driven traders into cotton futures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The more pricey polyester and other synthetics are, the more clothing and textile makers shift to cotton, prices of which have been depressed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

I have cotton balls in my nostrils, an ice pack on my eye, and Neosporin on the cut on my nose.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell