Our resources provide explanations on issues and structures within our industry. For example how water is allocated and used in the Macquarie Valley.
Subsequently, this information is for the use of our members, media, political and industry decision-makers and all within the community. If you would like to any specific information about the cotton industry please contact us. We will do our best to answer your query.
Fact sheets
Glyphosate information
As you are aware, the use of the herbicide glyphosate (Roundup) is under scrutiny. There are currently lawsuits challenging the safety of the product in the USA, and now in Australia. To understand the detail, click on the fact sheets below to view the information.
Useful website links
Bayer glyphosate roundup Croplife glyphosate National Farmers Federation Bayer: glyphosate litigation facts
APVNA continues to state glyphosate can be used safely as per the label directions.
Other sources of information - websites
Looking for more information on water resources and usage in the cotton industry. Then these links should assist you:
Department of Industry Water in NSW – Water allocation during drought
Case study by Sustainable Stories on “Burrima” – David Duncan
Patrick Johnston has been photographing fauna in the Mallawa/Bullarah district for some time. He is often found photographing the birds on his neighbour’s farm “Kurrabooma”. View Pat’s great photos
Further industry information
Our Growers
Macquarie Cotton Growers are not just about growing cotton. Our future depends on it.
This resource will be constantly updated. Not able to find what you are looking for on this page? Then contact us and let us know of the specifics. Similary if there is any additional information you would like to see on this resource page, please let us know by email.