High Cotton

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Zack Killebrew's year as a small-time cotton farmer reveals the challenges of traditional agriculture against both natural and modern threats, including weeds, insects, drought, and globalization. The narrative intertwines Killebrew's personal struggles with the broader historical and cultural significance of cotton in America. As he nears harvest, the impending devastation of hurricanes Katrina and Rita adds urgency to his story, offering insights into the past, present, and future of farming in the Mississippi Delta.