**11. Future directions and conclusions**

## **11.1 Technological developments for the sustainable production of cotton**

The implementation of these key technologies is required to attain sustainable cotton production.

## *11.1.1 Single-seed precision sowing technology*

High-quality finishing seeds, meticulous soil preparation, a sensible row spacing arrangement, mechanical seeding, and no thinning or final singling of seedlings after emergence are all part of the single-seed precision sowing method for cotton. High-quality finishing seeds, meticulous soil preparation, a sensible row spacing arrangement, mechanical seeding, and no thinning or final singling of seedlings after emergence are all part of the single-seed precision sowing method for cotton. This method also does away with the need for planting, thinning, and final singling.
