Cotton Genomics and Genetics 2025, Vol.16, No.2, 72-79 http://cropscipublisher.com/index.php/cgg 77 fertigation have shown to improve cotton productivity and quality in water-scarce environments, highlighting the importance of efficient water and nutrient management in building climate resilience (Kaur et al., 2024). Furthermore, the application of micronutrients can enhance the plant's resistance to environmental stresses, contributing to sustainable cotton production (Dimkpa and Bindraban, 2016). 8 Concluding Remarks Research on micronutrient management in cotton production has highlighted the significant role of micronutrients such as boron (B) and silicon (Si) in enhancing cotton fiber quality and yield. Studies have shown that the foliar application of B and Si, either individually or in combination, can improve fiber quality traits such as fiber length, strength, and uniformity, as well as increase boll retention and seed cotton yield. The combined application of B and Si has been particularly effective in improving fiber tensile strength and reducing short fiber content. Additionally, the use of plant growth regulators like mepiquat chloride, in conjunction with nitrogen, has been found to enhance yield and fiber quality by optimizing plant growth and physiological processes. The findings suggest that integrating micronutrient management into cotton cultivation practices can significantly improve both yield and fiber quality. Agronomic practices should consider the foliar application of B and Si as a viable strategy to enhance cotton production, especially in regions with micronutrient-deficient soils. Policymakers should promote research and development of micronutrient-based fertilizers and support training programs for farmers to implement these practices effectively. Additionally, the adoption of sustainable irrigation practices, such as sub-surface drip irrigation, can further optimize water use efficiency and improve cotton quality in water-scarce regions. The research underscores the importance of micronutrient management in cotton production, offering a pathway to improve fiber quality and yield sustainably. Future research should focus on optimizing the application rates and combinations of micronutrients to maximize benefits across different environmental conditions and cotton cultivars. Implementing these findings at the farm level requires collaboration between researchers, extension services, and policymakers to ensure that farmers have access to the necessary resources and knowledge. By doing so, the cotton industry can enhance its resilience to climate change and meet the growing demand for high-quality fiber. Acknowledgments CropSci Publisher thanks the anonymous peer review for their critical comments and revising suggestion. Conflict of Interest Disclosure The authors affirm that this research was conducted without any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest. References Abbas A., Sattar A., Ul-Allah S., Sher A., Ijaz M., Abbas T., Irfan M., Ullah S., Butt M., Javaid M., Kim Y., Gaafar A., Elshikh M., and Hodhod M., 2023, Foliar application of silicon and boron improves boll retention, lint yield and fiber quality traits of transgenic cotton, Journal of King Saud University-Science, 35(8): 102858. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jksus.2023.102858 Abbas H., Wahid M., Sattar A., Tung S., Saleem M., Irshad S., Alkahtani J., Elshikh M., Cheema M., and L, Y., 2022, Foliar application of mepiquat chloride and nitrogen improves yield and fiber quality traits of cotton (Gossypium hirsutumL.), PLoS ONE, 17(6): e0268907. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0268907 Ahmed N., Ali M., Hussain S., Hassan W., Ahmad F., and Danish S., 2020, Essential micronutrients for cotton production, In: Cotton production and uses: agronomy, crop protection, and postharvest technologies, Springer Singapore, Singapore, pp.105-117. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-1472-2_7 Atique-ur-Rehman, Qamar R., Hussain A., Sardar H., Sarwar N., Javeed H., Maqbool A., and Hussain M., 2020, Soil applied boron (B) improves growth, yield and fiber quality traits of cotton grown on calcareous saline soil, PLoS ONE, 15(8): e0231805. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0231805 Bellaloui N., Turley R., and Stetina S., 2021, Influence of curly leaf trait on cottonseed micro-nutrient status in cotton (Gossypium hirsutumL.) lines, Plants, 10(8): 1701. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants10081701
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