Cotton Judging Contest Exam 2022

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What is considered a good seed quality trait regarding germination percentage?

Above 100

Below 150

Above 150 (correct)

Above 200

At what tissue temperature does cotton growth peak?

86°F (correct)

76°F

90°F

80°F

What is the ideal GDD forecast for cotton stand establishment after planting?

14-16 units

10-12 units

16-20 units (correct)

20-24 units

What is the impact of excessive nitrogen fertilization on cotton plants?

It leads to rank plants and delayed boll maturity. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What causes large, oval to irregular lesions on cotton hypocotyls?

Pythium infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary cause of premature leaf aging and color change in cotton?

Ozone toxicity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What soil salinity level is considered detrimental to cotton yield?

9.6 ds/m (C) Signup and view all the answers

How deep can cotton roots grow?

6 feet or more (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the average monthly water use for cotton like in July compared to August?

Similar (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum soil temperature required for quick germination and emergence of cotton?

65°F (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of the 'cut-out' phenomenon in cotton, as measured by NAWF?

Physiological stress from developing bolls (B) Signup and view all the answers

To achieve a seeding density of 35,000 plants per acre on 30” rows, how many seeds need to be planted per foot of row?

2 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended moisture level for ginning cotton?

6-8% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What planting date is recommended as the last day for cotton planting?

April 15 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fertilizer is known to provide a larger quantity of nitrogen compared to organic manures?

Synthetic fertilizers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice for managing Lygus populations in cotton fields?

Implementing alfalfa strips (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many GDDs are available for cotton during the growing season in the northern edge of SJV?

3100 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT mentioned as promoting effective defoliation?

high soil moisture (A) Signup and view all the answers

Cotton needs favorable growing conditions for how many days after planting for quick emergence?

7 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of heat stress in adequately watered cotton during July or August?

dark green leaves (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the optimum moisture level for storing cotton long-term in modules?

15% (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many GDDs are needed between first square and open white bloom for cotton?

500 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name for Pima cotton types?

Gossypium barbadense (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which insect is known to cause the most damage to cotton yields?

Bollworms (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cotton Plant Health and Management

Potassium deficiency leads to short stature and small, light green leaves in cotton plants.
Excessive nitrogen fertilization causes excessive vegetative growth, reduced defoliation, and delayed boll maturity.
Soil salinity levels greater than 9.6 ds/m negatively impact cotton yield.
Organic manures supply less nitrogen compared to chemical fertilizers.
Cotton roots can extend to depths of 6 feet or more, enhancing nutrient uptake.

Planting and Growth Conditions

Optimal soil temperature for cotton germination is 65°F and below 55°F causes chilling injury.
Cotton plants should have 6-8% moisture for effective ginning.
Last recommended planting date in SJV is around April 15.
A population of 60,000 plants per acre is ideal for tall and vigorous cotton plants.

Pests and Diseases

Systemic insecticides as seed treatments are effective for integrated pest management.
Pythium causes large lesions on cotton hypocotyls; nitrogen deficiency symptoms first appear on new leaves.
Common insects causing damage include bollworms and thrips, with Lygus being highly damaging to yields.
“Sticky” cotton is associated with Lygus insects.

Crop Management Practices

Recommended preirrigation date for sandy loam soil is around March 1.
Effective defoliation is promoted by low petiole nitrogen levels, uniformly mature plants, and daytime temperatures above 80°F.
Candelabra plant, or crazy cotton, arises from Lygus damage.
Good seed quality is indicated by a germination percentage combining cool and warm germ above 150.

Agronomic Data Categories

The first flowering branch of pima cotton typically appears on the 12th to 13th node of the main stem.
GDD (Growing Degree Days) forecast of 16-20 units after planting is ideal for establishing stands.
Between first square and open white bloom, cotton requires about 500 GDDs.
Cotton taproots grow approximately 2 inches per day during square initiation.

Miscellaneous Data

Average water use for cotton is similar in July and August.
Optimum moisture level for long-term storage of cotton is less than 10%.
Each section of land contains 640 acres.
The scientific name for Pima cotton is Gossypium barbadense.

Important Notes

Calcot is recognized as California’s oldest grower-owned cotton marketing cooperative.

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Participate in the 65th Annual Cotton Judging Contest with this written examination. This quiz is designed for teams from California State University, Fresno, and focuses on evaluating knowledge in plant science and cotton judging skills. Test your expertise in agriculture and understanding of cotton varieties.