The new Farm Bill could lead to significant changes for commodity producers.The potential impact of these changes on cotton producers is examined. Inparticular, the difference between the existing Direct and Counter-CyclicalPayment Program and the new Stacked Income Protection Plan (STAX) for cottonproducers is discussed. An illustrative example is provided to show howpayments to cotton producers could potentially differ for a specific yearunder various programs. Detailed information on STAX calculations and a STAXpayment calculator is included to assist with the development of Extensionprograms targeted to cotton producers, landowners, and bankers.
