The 13th Australian Cotton Conference in August 2006 provided an excellent 'showcase' to

enhance the outputs from CRDC funded research to the industry. The largest gathering of

cotton growers in the industry calendar was presented with information in various formats

during the conference program that demonstrated (and extends) improvements in outcomes

for the industry and it's regional economies.

Growers and industry personnel were challenged to respond to (adopt) the findings of

research and extension projects through 'less uncertainty and greater clarity' around

maximising their profitability and sustainability through the adoption of home grown

Research and Development.

The conference programme showcased improvements in the industry's 'Triple Bottom Line'

from CRDC funded research. This was enhanced by the attendance of over 1,300 industry

delegates and the discussion and networking opportunities over the three days.

The production of 'virtual posters' and the conference proceedings provides an on-going

record of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry at this time. Research providing

economic, environmental and social outcomes was deliberately incorporated and linked in the

conference programme.

The conference programme targeted the major issues of cotton farm profitability,

Opportunities for our product along the value chain and our industry's contribution to the

economic, environmental and social outcomes of regional communities.