Winners of 2012 Cotton Biotechnology Award announced

18 Jan '13

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The Cotton Biotechnology Award, endowed by a gift from Dr. Norma Trolinder in 2000, has been presented to four previous researchers. It is given to a scientist or group of scientists for outstanding biotechnology research in cotton. The Award Committee is comprised of a previous recipient and one representative from each of the following: the USDA, a private seed company, and a university.

The value of cotton fiber grown in the U.S. exceeds $6 billion per year. Cottonseed oil and meal byproducts add another $1 billion annually. More than 200,000 domestic jobs are related to cotton production and processing, with an aggregate influence of $35 billion on the annual U.S. gross domestic product.

Cotton Incorporated, funded by U.S. growers of upland cotton and importers of cotton and cotton textile products, is the research and marketing company representing upland cotton. The Program is designed and operated to improve the demand for and profitability of cotton.

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