Do you need a final irrigation before defoliation? @CottonInfoAust

Do you need a final irrigation before defoliation? @CottonInfoAust

Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

CottonInfo Regional Extension Officer Bob Ford takes a look at how to decide if a final irrigation is required, and explains how to calculate how much water is likely to be needed.

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Do you need a final irrigation before defoliation?