Plains Cotton Growers 69th Annual Meeting focuses on forward momentum

“I haven’t felt this energized in a long time,” was the No. 1 comment received during the Plains Cotton Growers 69th annual meeting on April 7.

A packed house of more than 400 people from across the nation was able to take advantage of a once-a-year high-level learning experience unlike any other.

The program was designed around a theme of gaining and maintaining momentum, with speakers from heavy hitters like American Cotton Shippers Association, BrainTrust Growth, Cotton Council International, House Agriculture Committee and National Cotton Council.

Also speaking were notable public officials, such as Speaker Dustin Burrows, Sen. Charles Perry, District 28, and Texas Ag Commissioner Republican-Elect Nate Sheets. Video remarks were provided by Secretary Brooke L. Rollins and Sen. John Cornyn, R-TX.

It was a day designed to provide unmistakable value to the producer membership and Texas High Plains cotton industry.

“The positive feedback on the event has been overwhelming and we’re so grateful to all our friends, partners and sponsors who made the day possible,” said Kara Bishop, director of communications and public affairs. “But there wouldn’t have been any point to any of this if our people had not shown up. Thank you to everyone who attended and engaged with our organization during one of the most special days of our year.

“That being said, there are people in your communities and on your gin boards that aren’t as acquainted with what we do. I would ask that you tell them and be witnesses of the value we provide them daily. The return on investment for your membership in Plains Cotton Growers is incredible and, while I often shout that from the rooftops, it’s better to hear it firsthand from members. And encourage them to come and see for themselves what we do for the Texas High Plains cotton producer and industry.

“All it takes to make impactful change is for one person to tell one more. Thank you for your support — we’re grateful and honored to call you family — and, as always, wear cotton.”