Australian cotton growers have utilised collaborative research, education and extension to aid the development of what is today one of the most innovative rural industries.

In June this year, I spent three days in a light aircraft traversing what seemed like the length of the country, looking at cotton farms and meeting with the people who are making their living out of these enterprises

Australian cotton is highly regarded amongst the world's cotton spinners for its high quality fibre characteristics, reliability of supply and lack of contamination.

Abstract of Speech to be presented by Richard Haire, CEO Queensland Cotton.