Growing Cotton Lint in Spain
Can you grow Cotton Lint in Spain? Viable with management. Season ~22.9°C, rainfall ~451 mm, winter low ~-3.8°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: The stored regional profile passes this first climate screen at the representative centroid. Parcel conditions and commercial feasibility still require verification.
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- Spain
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Is Cotton Lint viable in Spain?
Cotton Lint can be grown in Spain with the right management — annual rainfall (~451 mm) is below its 700 mm need, so supplemental irrigation helps. Cotton Lint (Industrial & Fibre, annual) performs best around 22 - 36 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 700 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Cotton Lint in Spain: what to expect
Rainfall in Spain (~451 mm/yr) covers only about 64% of Cotton Lint's ~700 mm need, so budget for supplemental irrigation. Plant Cotton Lint in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in Spain.
Soil and climate requirements for Cotton Lint
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Cotton Lint Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 5.8 - 8 |
| Water Requirement | 700 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 22 - 36 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 0.95 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 0.38 t/acre |
| Market Price | $1,500 - $1,800 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $1,568 / Hectare |
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