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Growing cotton is a process that requires attention. The collection of cotton requires more attention. It is better to pick cotton on time, considering certain nuances. However, it is not always possible to harvest cotton on time. In this article, you will find answers to your questions about the timing of the cotton harvest.
When is the cotton crop harvested?
The process of ripening cotton and the ripening of cones are interrelated. The cracking and opening of the cones depends on the volume of mature fibers. As the volume of mature fibers increases, the cones begin to crack and open. Slices are always observed in the opened cones, and these slices are separated from each other. In general, the ripening of cones and the time of cotton harvest depend on some nuances. These include soil and climatic conditions, cotton cultivation technology, long and short growing seasons of the variety. In the cotton plant, the cones ripen from the bottom up. A break of about 60-90 days is expected between the drop nut on the lowest bar branch and the nut on the top bar branch. Therefore, the cotton crop is harvested in parts several times.
But what happens when cotton is harvested prematurely or early?
When cotton is harvested prematurely, the quality of the product harvested from unopened and unripe cocoons decreases. When cotton is harvested late, the cotton fibers that are harvested late lose color and luster, and the weight of the fiber and raw material is reduced.
Late harvest may not always be a technical error. For some reason, the cotton harvest may be delayed. If the weather is rainy during the harvest season and there are unfavorable weather conditions, then the cotton harvest may be delayed. In addition, there may be a shortage of equipment or manpower required for cotton harvesting. This is one of the reasons for delaying the harvest of cotton. Another reason for delaying the cotton harvest may be improper cultivation during the growing season. In this case, the ripening of cotton is delayed and harvesting is delayed.
Harvest Time in our country
The opening of cotton in the cotton-growing regions of the country usually occurs in late August and early September. If the weather conditions are suitable, the cotton harvest is carried out in the 1st or 2nd decade of September.