During the Beltwide Cotton Conferences my sponsor, FMC, featured two products for cotton growers, Athena and Mustang Max. I visited with Rusty Mitchell, to learn more about Athena.

Rusty says Athena was originally developed for tree fruits and vegetable crops but realized it would have a great fit in cotton. It’s a pre-mix insecticide which was initially targeting spider mite activity. In addition to spider mites he says they’ve been seeing the product pick up other pests as well. Since it covers more than one insect it provides pretty broad spectrum control. He says more product is available this year than last.

Listen in to my interview with Rusty here: Interview with Rusty Mitchell

2012 Beltwide Cotton Conferences Photo Album